The most common dental emergency is tooth pain. There can be many reasons for this. Often, this can be related to a recent dental procedure. It may also be due to untreated dental needs or prior dental treatment. Many patients have sensitive teeth due to clenching and grinding their teeth and may not be aware of it. Even a change in oral hygiene products can cause sensitivity in someone’s teeth.
If tooth pain becomes too extreme, pay close attention to the symptoms so you can describe the type of pain you’re feeling. This will help your dentist determine the best next steps in treating your problem.
Calling your dentist at Bonham Sunshine Dental in Bonham, Texas is the first step to getting the relief for tooth pain you need. Our office will accommodate your need to be seen quickly and prioritize your emergency. When you arrive, our dentists will evaluate your teeth and take radiographic images that properly diagnose the issue and get you comfortable quickly.
Sometimes, a patient can have a large filling in a tooth, with not much tooth structure left to support the forces of chewing. Similarly, a tooth can weaken over time due to a large, untreated cavity. The cavity can be new, or it could have formed under an old filling. In either case, a piece of the tooth or filling can break away from the compromised tooth, leaving a void, feeling sharp and sensitive. Many patients will recognize this when eating or flossing their teeth and suddenly feel a solid piece loose in their mouth.
You will want to call our office to schedule an evaluation as soon as possible. Your dental emergency experts at Bonham Sunshine Dental will take a radiographic image to determine what treatment options are available for the broken tooth and work to make you comfortable quickly.
Crowns and bridges can also become loose and fall off the tooth they cover. A dislodged crown can happen to both older crowns and those recently placed. When crowns are seated for a patient, a special dental cement is used to seal the crown permanently over the tooth. The environment in the oral cavity can compromise this seal over time, and the crown can become loose. There is also the possibility of bacteria entering into this sealed space, and cavity formation can occur around the tooth that supports the crown.
In either case, if you feel your crown or bridge becoming loose, keep it for your dentist to evaluate. Ideally, the crown can be recemented in place. Your provider will need to see the prosthesis to make that determination. Call Bonham Sunshine Dental immediately, and our providers will work to have you seen quickly.
For our denture wearers, proper function of your appliance is vital in your day-to-day activities. Dentures and partials aid in your appearance and promote speech and proper digestion. When you wear a denture and your denture or partial fractures, a speedy visit to your dentist in Bonham, Texas is necessary.
A small fracture in your appliance may allow a patient to still function with it in place. Larger fractures, however, can make it impossible to function with the appliance in its current state. You may need an immediate repair of your appliance. Our denture repair experts at Bonham Sunshine Dental in Bonham, Texas are skilled at restoring your appliance to its original state. Call our office immediately to schedule a denture repair and bring any pieces of the appliance with you for the dentist to evaluate. Our understanding staff will work hard to accommodate your needs for an appointment.
Dental emergencies happen frequently during contact sports. A chipped tooth is common, but there are circumstances when a tooth can be expelled from its socket completely (called an avulsed tooth). An avulsed tooth can happen with both baby teeth and adult teeth. The opportunity to save the tooth is possible, but immediate action is required.
First and foremost, you must locate the tooth, gently rinse any dirt or residue off it with water, (do not scrub the tooth), and place it in a cup of milk to help preserve the tooth until you can get to your dental provider.
It is ideal for you to get to the office within the hour to ensure the tooth has the best chance of survival. The dentist will place the tooth back in the socket and secure it to stabilize it while it heals.
In these circumstances, your dentist cannot save baby teeth, but adult teeth have a high survival rate if addressed quickly.
Call Bonham Sunshine Dental immediately when you or a family member experiences a tooth that has been expelled. We can ensure that you are seen quickly, ensuring the success of re-implantation.
In conclusion, stay in communication with your caring, skilled, and attentive dental team at Bonham Sunshine Dental in Bonham, Texas. We are here to help you navigate the dental emergencies you encounter, and care for your oral health for a lifetime!
