Need an Emergency Dentist?
There are a variety of situations that may require an emergency dentist. You need to be prepared and know what to do, and when to call Reflection Ridge Dental.
Types of Dental Emergencies
It’s summer and people play hard, which increases the risk of knocking out teeth. If your tooth is knocked out, follow these steps:
- Pick it up without touching the root.
- Rinse it carefully, and if possible, re-insert the tooth back into the socket — if you can’t re-insert the tooth, put it in a sealed container of milk or water.
- Finally, contact the emergency dentist at Reflection Ridge Dental right away.
Sometimes crowns will break or pull off the tooth. If this happens, your tooth could become sensitive to the touch, hot, or cold. You are also at a greater risk for infection. Contact one of our dentists to avoid further damage to the tooth or the nerves. Missing fillings are like broken crowns. Missing fillings can expose your tooth’s roots and cause extreme pain and infection and must be treated right away.
A tooth abscess is also a dental emergency. In these cases, the infection has set into the tooth. Abscesses can cause fever, swelling on the face or gums, sensitivity to hot or cold, and pain. Abscesses can be potentially life-threatening if not treated appropriately and quickly. Don’t waste time, contact Reflection Ridge Dental if you suspect you have an abscess.
A persistent, unexplained toothache is also a reason to reach out to the dentist. Constant pain and swelling indicate a bigger issue that should be diagnosed immediately. If you experience tooth pain, there are steps you can take to help. First, apply a cold compress to your mouth where the ache is. Then rinse your mouth with salt water and use an over-the-counter medication such as Orajel to help with the pain. Call the dental team at Reflection Ridge immediately.
What Happens if You Wait?
If you’re experiencing a dental issue like any of those above, it’s important to contact the dentist right away to get on their schedule. Many of these issues are not only painful but can lead to other problems if not treated right away. Contact the Reflection Ridge Dental team at 316-721-2024 if you need an emergency dentist in Wichita KS. Our team of doctors is ready to help you feel better, fast.