Same-Day Walk-in Dentist in Swampscott MA
When you or a family member is dealing with a dental issue that needs to be looked at right away, it is important to go to the right dentist. Here at Whiting Dental Arts, we accept walk-ins and same-day emergency dental appointments for toothaches, broken/missing crowns, or damage to your teeth. One thing that sets us apart is that we utilize CEREC technology which allows us to create and install new dental crowns in a single day. Most dentists that do not have CEREC will take measurements and place a temporary crown or bridge for the time being, which will require you to return at a later date for your final dental crown. But at our office, everything can be handled in one trip.
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Types Of Dental Emergencies We Treat in Swampscott
A dental emergency is any dental issue that requires you to see the dentist same-day. As dentists, we often lump emergencies into two main categories: issues with your natural teeth and gums, or issues with dental items like fillings, crowns, bridges, and implants. In terms of the former, if you have a chipped/cracked tooth, or a tooth falls out, or you have a severe toothache that makes it difficult to chew, you should not wait to see a dentist. The quicker you can be seen the better. If you have a loose filling, crown, bridge or implant, you need to see a dentist who can help replace it for you. Depending on the severity of the damage you might not have a dental emergency, but you should never put off seeing a dentist if something is wrong. For example, if you notice that your dental crown is chipped or a piece broke off, you should call a dentist immediately so you can get a replacement. For emergency dental services, please call our office.
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What Should You Do If You Knock Out A Tooth?
Knocked out teeth are one of the most common dental emergencies. Here is a quick guide:
- See A Dentist ASAP: In some cases, if you can get to a dental office quickly enough, the tooth can actually be placed back into your mouth successfully. As soon as a tooth gets knocked out you should call an emergency dentist and hurry there as quickly as possible.
- Handle Any Bleeding/Pain: If the person who lost the tooth is bleeding, you should use gauze or a clean piece of cloth and apply pressure. Likewise an ice pack or cold compress can help relieve pain and swelling.
- Take Care Of The Tooth: Ideally, if possible the tooth should be picked up (by the crown, do not touch the root) and rinsed off with warm water. The tooth should be placed either in the mouth, in milk, or in a saline solution. Many first aid kits have a tooth-saving kit that has this saline solution. Do not keep a tooth submerged in regular water as this will cause the living tissue to die.
Call Us For Walk-In Dental Appointments in Swampscott
If you or a family member has a sudden dental issue that needs to be handled quickly, we can help. Give us a call to discuss same-day dental appointments in Swampscott.