What to Do If You Knock Out a Tooth
If you’ve knocked out a tooth, you need to save the tooth, find safe storage, and call (586) 619-8676 to request emergency dental care at Kardynal Dental.
When an emergency occurs, it's important not to wait. Kardynal Dental offers same-day appointments on a case-by-case basis. Whether you're dealing with an abscess, cracked tooth, or unusual swelling in the gums, our dentists are available after hours at (586) 701-6808.
When a bacterial infection in the bone or gums takes hold, a tooth abscess can form. An abscess is a pocket of pus that sometimes looks like a boil or pimple. If left untreated, the infection can spread to the surrounding bone and teeth.
Tooth repair is essential to avoid bacteria getting inside the tooth or gums. Bacteria causes infection and swelling, and can lead to a need for invasive procedures, such as root canals. Even a knocked-out tooth can potentially be saved if seen within a reasonable amount of time.
Depending on the severity of the crack or fracture, we have different treatment plans to remedy the damage and leave your smile looking as good as before
If you are experiencing swelling along with heat, redness, inflammation, pus, or drainage, contact our office immediately. Swelling may not seem like an emergency situation, especially if you aren't physically injured. However, swelling can indicate serious dental issues, such as periodontitis (gum disease) or abscesses.
Pain can be a difficult indicator of whether or not you're experiencing a dental emergency. When in doubt, always call.
A toothache is a general term for pain in the teeth and can result from multiple causes. Toothaches are accompanied by extreme temperature sensitivity, throbbing, and jaw pain. Many times, these symptoms make sleeping, working, or other day-to-day tasks difficult.
It can sometimes be difficult to understand when tooth pain is an emergency, but when in doubt, always call. It's better to be safe than sorry.
Trauma to the tooth or gums can be caused by a range of injuries, including knocked-out teeth, jaw swelling, bruising, or deep-in-the-mouth cuts. If you're experiencing any of these, please call us for emergency dental care.
If you’ve knocked out a tooth, you need to save the tooth, find safe storage, and call (586) 619-8676 to request emergency dental care at Kardynal Dental.
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