What are considered Dental Emergencies?
Any situation that is causing you pain, discomfort or distress can be considered a dental emergency. We are equipped to handle most emergencies and will be happy to take new patients who are coming to us for care. Some of the more common problems that we see regularly include:
• Pain and toothaches
• Abscesses and infections
• Broken or lost restorations (veneers, fillings, crowns, fixed bridges)
• Broken or cracked prosthetic appliances (dentures, partials)
• Broken, chipped, split or cracked teeth
• Orthodontic emergencies
• Sensitivity and gum inflammation
• Wisdom tooth pain, infection or inflammation
What can you expect during your Dental Emergency appointment?
You’ll first come into our warm, inviting office to be seen by Dr. Melissa Schuldt. An x-ray may be required to help us determine the cause of your pain or discomfort. If antibiotics are required, we’ll prescribe them to you before any treatment can be started. We will work to resolve the emergency at your initial appointment. It is important that you return to the office if additional treatment is needed. Seeking help for an emergency early on helps to prevent it from becoming worse.
If you’re experiencing an emergency and need to be seen right away, call our office and our helpful staff members will get you in to be seen immediately.