Dental Emergencies
Accidents happen in life and more often than not, they’re unpredictable. Emergency dental care is typically needed when there’s been some form of trauma to the teeth, gums, or jaw. It is critical that you do not delay treatment and seek help from our Ann Arbor, MI, emergency dentists soon after an injury has occurred.
We treat a variety of in our Ann Arbor, MI, dental office. Our doctors will work quickly to relieve you of any pain you may be experiencing and prevent permanent oral damage that may require future restorative dental treatment.
If your injury is severe or life-threatening, please call 911 and immediately go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Do I Have a Dental Emergency?
Not every issue qualifies as an emergency. Some problems can wait for the next available appointment, while others require urgent dental care to prevent further complications. A true typically involves severe pain, excessive bleeding, or visible damage to a tooth.
Examples of dental emergencies include:
- Knocked-out tooth
- Broken or cracked tooth
- Severe toothache
- Dental abscess (pocket of infection in gums)
- Bitten lip or tongue that won’t stop bleeding
On the other hand, issues like mild tooth sensitivity, small chips, or a lost filling can usually wait until we’re able to see you. If you’re unsure of what you’re facing, contact our local emergency dentists for guidance.
At-Home Dental Emergency Tips
It is critical that you act fast immediately following dental trauma. Before you receive treatment for a dental emergency from our dentists, here are a few things you need to do for two of the most common dental emergencies.
Tips For a Knocked- Out Tooth:
- Pick the tooth up by the crown (top of tooth), not the roots.
- Gently rinse off any dirt or other debris.
- If possible, try to put the tooth back into the socket so it doesn’t dry out.
- If the tooth can’t be put back in, place it between your cheek and gum or submerge it in a glass of milk.
- Call our office or seek out the nearest emergency room.
Tips For a Broken or Cracked Tooth:
- Save all pieces of broken tooth if possible.
- Rinse your mouth with warm water.
- Apply a cold compress to your face to reduce swelling.
- Call our office or seek out the nearest emergency room.
Don’t Delay Treatment – Call Us First!
Our emergency dentists in Ann Arbor, MI, want to get you back to feeling 100% as soon as possible and not have you endure lasting pain or oral damage. If you are in need of immediate dental care, please call Excel Dental today (734) 929-9999 to reach our office.