Dental emergencies rarely occur at convenient times.
That is why it is so important to work with a dentist, Dr. Borin Yann DDS, who offers emergency care for unscheduled emergencies.
Types of Dental Emergencies
There are many different types of situations that qualify as dental emergencies, including the following:
- A cracked or broken tooth.
- A dental infection.
- Trauma to your tooth caused by accidents or injuries.
- Abscesses or swelling.
- Broken dentures.
- Failed crown or bridge.
- A knocked-out tooth.
Anytime you’re feeling dental pain that interferes with your daily activities, it constitutes a dental emergency.
Dealing with a Dental Emergency
Whether you’re experiencing mild dental discomfort or throbbing pain, your dental emergency can disrupt your life and make it impossible to get work done, think in school, or have any quality of life.
It is important to seek prompt attention from your dentist to avoid problems that could worsen if left unattended.
Ignoring a dental emergency, even a minor one, could result in bigger dental health problems that cause more pain and cost more to correct.
Preventing Dental Emergencies
Accidents happen. Without warning or explanation. You usually cannot avoid these types of dental emergencies.
However, there are some emergencies you can avoid by doing the following:
- Keep routine appointments for dental exams and cleanings.
- Avoid eating foods your dentist has warned you against eating.
- Wear dental appliances as ordered by your dentist for conditions like TMJ.
- Wear protective mouthguards when playing sports.
The right precautions may help you prevent some dental emergencies from taking place.
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