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Emergency Dentist Florham Park

Emergency Dentist

Emergencies can happen at any moment. If you happen to encounter some sort of dental emergency, it’s best to have a backup plan to know how to react to the emergency so that you don’t make the situation even more stressful. A Healthy Smile Dentistry is happy to treat all of our patients for a dental emergency in Florham Park. Learn more about different dental emergencies and when it’s the right time to come visit us. Our staff is here to help relieve you of your painful emergency at our earliest convenience. Don’t hesitate to give us a call after hours if you are experiencing any sort of dental emergency.

Top Reasons to Visit the Dentist for a Dental Emergency

Toothache – One of the top reasons a patient will seek emergency dental care from our Florham Park emergency dentist is for a toothache. We recommend flossing and brushing your teeth as well as rinsing them out before giving us a call. It’s possible that your toothache is caused by something lodged in your teeth. If the pain still persists after this, please give us a call so we can find the root of the problem.

Chipped/Broken Teeth – Another common dental emergency is a chipped or broken tooth. This is a common occurrence where your tooth becomes cracked or a significant portion of it is missing. If this happens, please give us a call and we will see you at our Florham Park dental office as soon as possible to repair your tooth.

Knocked Out Tooth ­– If you are unfortunate enough to experience a knocked out tooth. The first thing you should do is stay calm. We recommend looking for your knocked out tooth and placing it inside a cup of milk or saliva. Make sure you pick up the tooth by the crown and not by the tooth root. Give us a call when you are on your way to the dentist and we will see you as soon as possible to put your tooth back in. After 2 hours, your tooth loses most of its chance of being able to be put back in your mouth successfully.

Loose Tooth – If one of your teeth are feeling loose, this is not a good sign. You may have gum disease or another problem going on that is causing this problem. Please come to our dental office at your earliest convenience so we can help prevent your tooth from falling out.

Lost Filling or Crown – Losing a filling or crown can be quite painful. If a filling, crown or a different restoration happens to fall out, this is a sign that you need to visit your emergency dentist sooner than later. It’s important to have this taken care of as soon as possible to prevent bacteria from entering your tooth.

Broken or Loose Brackets – For those patients of ours that wear braces, if one of your brackets is losoe or even breaks, this is a problem that needs to be taken care of sooner than later, especially if it is causing you any discomfort. This will need to be fixed by your orthodontist.

Lost or Broken Invisalign Aligners – If you are currently undergoing Invisalign treatment and you are in the middle of one of your aligner sets when suddenly your aligner breaks or goes missing, this is a major problem. Give us a call as soon as possible so that we can replace your missing aligner or instruct you to go onto your next set.

Abscess – If you happen to have an abscess in your mouth, this is a major problem that is most likely causing you a lot of pain. This is something that you should definitely call our dentist about.

Bleeding that Won’t Stop – If you have a tongue, cheek or gum injury and the bleeding won’t stop, you will most likely need to visit our dentist for stitches.

Prevention is Key to Avoid a Dental EmergencyEmergency Dentist

If you’re afraid of having your own dental emergency, you should know that most dental emergencies with the exception of those that are accidents can be completely avoided. There are a few steps you can take to prevent a dental emergency. To start, we recommend visiting our dentist every 6 months for a dental exam and checkup. We will make sure your mouth is healthy, treat any underlying problems and give you a professional dental cleaning to prevent cavities. Step two includes taking care of your teeth at home. This means brushing and flossing twice a day to prevent plaque buildup, gum disease, and tooth decay.

You can also avoid a dental emergency by using the necessary appliances for your mouth. If you grind your teeth, you should be wearing a night guard at night. If you play contact sports, you should be protecting your smile by wearing a night guard. We also recommend that you use common sense and not use your teeth as tools or bite down on hard foods that should not be bitten into. By taking caution with your teeth, you can avoid most dental emergencies from happening.

What Can I Do to Relieve Tooth Pain?

If your dental problem is not deemed an emergency, you can do a few things to help with the pain. To start, take an NSAID pain reliever to help with pain and inflammation. You can also ice the outside of your mouth to help with any potential swelling. We also recommend rinsing your mouth with salt water to help with any potential infection. You can also use oral-gel or other tooth numbing medications over the counter. If the pain becomes unbearable, make sure to let us know so we can squeeze you in for an appointment.

Have a Dental Emergency in Florham Park? Give Us a Call

If you are experiencing a dental emergency or any tooth problems, please give our dental office a call at 973-377-2222 to be connected with our staff. If it’s after-hours, don’t worry, our staff is on call and ready to treat your emergency. Feel free to contact us at any time with questions you might have about dental emergencies.

 

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