Emergency Dentist Easton

It’s Time to Get the Help You Need

Broken teeth, lacerated tissues, lost dental crowns, sensitive teeth, and even jaw pain are all common examples of dental emergencies. At Sound Dentistry, we know the panic that can arise when a sudden injury like this occurs, and it’s why you can expect to receive the timely care you need. Offering same-day and weekend emergency appointments, our team is here to help you out of pain as well as restore and rebuild your smile for better oral health. Call us if you or someone you love needs treatment from an emergency dentist in Easton.

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Why Choose Sound Dentistry for Emergency Dentistry?

  • Same-Day & Emergency Weekend Appointments
  • Team of Board-Certified Specialists In-House
  • Oral Conscious Sedation for Maximum Comfort

 

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

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  • Contact Our Office to Schedule an Appointment – You’ll need to call our team to discuss the occurrence and find out what you can do to reduce the pain while at home. We will not only work to get you in as soon as possible but also provide helpful tips so that you don’t cause additional harm to your smile.
  • Undergo a Thorough Examination – Our team of specialists will take digital images and conduct a visual examination to identify the problem area and compile the necessary information about your case.
  • Analyze the Findings and Produce a Treatment Plan – Once we have finished our examination, we’ll analyze our findings and build a treatment plan that targets the problem area using one or more restorative solutions.
  • Receive Timely Care – After reviewing the plan with you, we will begin to administer the appropriate care to help you out of pain and give you back your beautiful, healthy, functional smile.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Certain dental emergencies should be immediately cared for at a local emergency room, such as excessive bleeding, continuous swelling, and even a fractured or broken jaw. However, the injuries listed below are just some of the most common ones we can treat in-house, saving you time and money while working toward a healthier smile.

How to Prevent Dental Emergencies

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Not all dental emergencies are indeed preventable, but you can be proactive about your oral health and smile just by:

  • Practicing good oral hygiene habits at home
  • Wearing appropriate mouth protection at night if you grind your teeth or while playing sports
  • Giving up mouth-damaging habits like smoking or eating ice
  • Eating nutrient-rich foods that positively impact your smile and body
  • Keeping up with your regular six-month dental checkups and teeth cleanings

The Cost of Treating Dental Emergencies

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The cost of treating dental emergencies cannot be determined until we have a chance to review your current injury. Based on our treatment plan recommendations, we can build a cost estimate for you to review with our administrative team. This will allow you to learn more about the different payment options that are accepted. One thing you should remember is that avoiding timely care will only put your smile at further risk, so worry less about cost, and focus more on the status of your oral health.

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Toothaches

  • Is My Toothache a Dental Emergency? Some toothaches are caused by dental decay or gum disease, but others are symptoms of milder issues, such as sinus infection. Generally, severe or persistent pain indicates a dental emergency. Call us right away if you’re experiencing this type of pain or any of these additional effects:
    • Sharp sensitivity
    • A small, pimple-like bump near the gumline
    • Dark discoloration other than staining
    • Facial swelling
    • Fever-like symptoms
  • How You Should Handle a Toothache: Carefully examine your aching tooth, but try not to touch it or the surrounding area. Sometimes debris or food particles that get stuck between your teeth can cause alarming toothaches, in which case you should carefully attempt to remove the object. Otherwise, take pain relievers to ease your discomfort and call us for more detailed instructions.
  • How We Treat Toothaches: First we’ll have to examine your mouth to determine what the root problem is, which will likely involve taking an X-ray. Depending on your situation, we might recommend a dental restoration to treat decay, periodontal therapy for gum disease, an oral appliance for jaw complications, or tooth extraction if the problem is severe. Don’t worry – we’ll be sure to keep you informed throughout the process so you can be confident in your treatment.

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Chipped Teeth

  • Is a Chipped Tooth a Dental Emergency? Chips are usually not as urgent as dental cracks, however, they should still be treated promptly. They can leave your tooth vulnerable to infection and further damage. To avoid complications, go ahead and call us as soon as possible!
  • How You Should Handle a Chipped Tooth: If you can, find shards of your tooth, and secure them in a reliable container. Adding a small pool of saliva or milk will keep them safely hydrated. Since your tooth could be jagged and potentially hurt your gums or oral tissue, rinse your mouth with warm water and avoid chewing with it.
  • How We Treat Chipped Teeth: Direct bonding can conceal most chips effectively and aesthetically. However, depending on how you feel about it, we could also repair the damage with dental veneers.

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Cracked Tooth

  • Is a Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency? You might think your dental crack is pretty small, but your enamel doesn’t! Cracks are dental emergencies because even miniscule fissures expose the more sensitive layers of your tooth, increasing your risk for infection. Like a chip in a windshield, they can also sustain further damage and break. It’s best to protect the area or seal the crack as soon as possible.
  • How You Should Handle a Cracked Tooth: To help prevent bacteria from sneaking through the crack in your tooth and causing infection, you should rinse your mouth with warm water after each meal. Try not to eat or chew with your affected tooth, though, and shift food to the other side of your mouth. If the damage is causing sensitivity, take over-the-counter pain relievers as needed.
  • How We Treat Cracked Teeth: Deep cracks can be treated with a dental crown, which will preserve your tooth’s structure and protect it from further harm. For smaller damage, we might be able to fill the crack with direct bonding. In extreme cases, it might be necessary to replace the tooth entirely.

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Very Sensitive Teeth

Knocked-Out Tooth

Lost Filling or Crown

Broken Denture

Loose Permanent Tooth

Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Jaw Pain

Something Stuck Between the Teeth