When something is wrong, one of the easiest ways to react is with sheer panic! Oh no, you think to yourself! Your tooth hurts, your tongue looks funny, you cut your gum tissue, or you dislodged a tooth. Any and all changes or sensations that are counter to a healthy feeling smile can throw you […]
Category: Emergency Dentistry
(Not So) Embarrassing Emergency Needs
You might be like many other patients who feel too embarrassed to call us for emergency dental care in certain situations. You may feel silly requiring emergency attention when it seems like the issue is minor. The truth is, these types of problems can lead to injury and further damage if you ignore them or […]
Are You Ready For Dental Emergencies?
Are you ready for dental emergencies? Of course, you’re likely not chomping at the bit and “ready” like you might say you’re “so ready for that upcoming party” or “very ready for a new wardrobe.” What we mean here is, are you prepared for handling an urgent dental problem, should one occur? If you’re not […]
Think Fast: Responding To Your Toothache!
When you’re experiencing a toothache, trying to figure out the best way to proceed to address the situation can become surprisingly confusing. One one hand, you definitely don’t want to feel as though you’re making choices that turn out to be an overreaction to discomfort. On the other hand, something might be seriously wrong and […]
3 Misconceptions About Dental Emergencies
As much as you get that warm and fuzzy feeling knowing that we offer emergency dental care, you might not know what to make of it when you need it most. Should you actually call us if something seems very wrong with your smile? Will we be able to see you? Will we consider your […]
