Dental Emergencies An emergency situation can be frightening, and a dental emergency is no different! There are a wide variety of dental emergencies, all of which range in severity. The severity of your particular dental injury will dictate what you do next, and the steps you take could make the difference between needing a small repair to restore the health of your mouth or requiring an invasive procedure that may result in tooth loss, or worse. At Cooley Smiles Kenmore, we are here to help you with your dental emergency needs.Taking Care at HomeMild dental emergencies may not require any in the office or emergency care at all. For instance, if you have bitten your lip, tongue, or cheek, these types of injuries can often be handled in the comfort of your own home. Apply gauze to the bleeding area, and hold it in place with light pressure. If you are experiencing pain or swelling, an over the counter pain reliever or ice pack wrapped in a towel can help. Typically, these types of injuries heal within a few days. However, if your bleeding is severe, or it does not stop after 15 minutes, then you should go to the emergency room. Toothaches are serious, but they are sometimes caused by food that has become lodged in between your teeth, which can often be managed at home. Brush and floss your teeth thoroughly and rinse with warm water. If there is nothing stuck, or you notice signs of an infection (such as redness or swelling), call our office right away. In-Office Emergency CareIn the event of a dental emergency, before you head to the emergency room you should call our office. There are some emergencies that we can treat in our office, and will work to get you scheduled as quickly as possible. Emergencies we can treat include:
When to Head to the Emergency RoomThere are certain situations that do require a visit to the emergency room (or a call to 911) immediately. If you are having trouble breathing, seek emergency help immediately. Head to the ER if your bleeding is uncontrollable. Keep applying layers of gauze (do not remove saturated ones) until you arrive (or until an ambulance arrives). You should also head to the ER straight away if you suspect that you have a broken jaw. If you have experienced a dental emergency, it is important to seek treatment fast. Call Cooley Smiles Kenmore right away at (425) 216-3367 or call 911. |
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