During a dental emergency, it is essential to seek immediate treatment to prevent complications and address urgent issues that could result in tooth loss. It is crucial to remain calm and avoid panicking, as this will only add confusion and frustration to the situation.

If you are faced with a dental emergency, the first step is to stay calm. Take deep breaths to help you remain composed and think clearly about the next steps. The next step is to contact us and inform us of your situation. Describe what happened and any symptoms you are experiencing so we can determine if it is a dental emergency and advise you on when to come in. If it is indeed an emergency, the answer is as soon as possible.

While we do not recommend attempting to handle the situation on your own, it is advisable to rinse your mouth if you have suffered an oral injury to remove any tooth fragments that could cause further harm. If there is swelling, use an ice pack and take anti-inflammatory pain medication, but be sure to see a dentist promptly as this could indicate an infection.

Losing dental work such as fillings and crowns is considered a dental emergency because it increases the risk of infection and damage to the tooth. If a filling falls out or is damaged, bacteria can enter the inner layers of the tooth, causing inflammation and infection, which can be very painful.

Infection is a serious issue that requires immediate treatment to prevent tooth loss and the spread of infection. Dental crowns are designed to protect weak, vulnerable, or broken teeth, so without the protective cap, the tooth is more likely to break and become infected.

If you lose a dental restoration like a crown or bridge, try to locate it and store it in a container to bring to the dentist. They may be able to reattach it if it is undamaged.

Please contact us immediately to notify us that your dental work has come out so we can schedule an emergency appointment. In the meantime, keep your tooth and mouth clean by rinsing with a saline solution and avoid eating on that side of your mouth.

If you are experiencing a severe toothache, it is a sign of underlying dental issues that require immediate attention. Healthy teeth should not cause such intense pain, which may indicate infection, a deep cavity, or significant damage to the tooth. If you notice swelling or an abscess, contact us right away and rinse your mouth with a saline solution while taking anti-inflammatory medication. Use a cold compress for swelling and seek dental care promptly. It is important not to try to treat tooth pain on your own.

For dental emergencies such as severe toothaches, dental trauma, bleeding, lost dental work, knocked-out teeth, or chipped/cracked teeth, please call Khanani Family Dental at (508) 829-4575 to schedule an emergency appointment with Dr. Khanani.