Dental Emergencies – Call Now in Fredericksburg
Are You Having a Dental Emergency?
It can be difficult to know whether a dental problem is an emergency or something that can wait until you schedule an appointment. A dental emergency is any dental problem that requires immediate attention due to severe pain, excessive bleeding, an abscess, or significant damage to the teeth, gums, or lips. Signs that you are having a dental emergency include:
- Severe toothache or infection
- A pimple or blister on the gums at the base of a tooth
- Chipped, broken, or fractured tooth
- Bleeding that will not stop.
- Severe laceration of the gums, cheeks, or tongue
- Broken or lost dental work (bridges, fillings, crowns)
- A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
If you are having a dental emergency, finding an emergency dentist near you is essential to relieving your pain and resolving the issue quickly so that your tooth can be saved. The longer you delay, the more likely a dental emergency is to lead to infection, tooth loss, or a more severe problem.
Your first step should always be to contact our office at Elevated Dental Care of Fredericksburg Phone Number (540) 786-2311 to let us know you are having a dental emergency so that we can work you into our schedule. In most cases, we can see you within 24 to 48 hours.
At-Home Tips to Reduce Pain or Bleeding Right Now
- Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater to reduce swelling, soothe your mouth, and kill bacteria.
- Apply a cold compress or ice pack to your cheek for 15 minutes at a time.
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as Advil or Tylenol.
- Dab a few drops of clove oil on a painful tooth to numb it.
- Steep a peppermint tea bag, let it cool, and apply it to the area for relief.
- If your pain is throbbing, elevate your head and avoid lying down.
- A paste of baking soda and water can minimize swelling.
Our Dental Emergency Policy
At Elevated Dental Care of Fredericksburg, you can call us any time you need the nearest emergency dentist. Even if our office is closed, our emergency line answers after hours. If it is determined that your case is an emergency and needs to be escalated, you will be given instructions on how to proceed. If your case is severe enough to warrant it, Dr. Aithraa will meet you at our office to provide immediate emergency treatment.
No matter what kind of dental emergency you are facing, we can relieve your pain and resolve the problem. We can treat missing fillings, broken crowns, provide emergency implant assistance, and much more.
If you are suffering from a dental emergency, contact us immediately at Elevated Dental Care of Fredericksburg Phone Number (540) 786-2311. Delay can be the difference between saving a tooth and losing it.