Emergency Dental Care

Dental emergencies can be scary and painful, often happening when you least expect them. Whether it’s a sudden toothache or a chipped tooth from a fall, you need quick, expert care to ease your discomfort and protect your smile.

At East Brainerd Dentistry, we’re here to help you through these unexpected moments with compassionate, prompt emergency dental care.

What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency involves any situation that requires immediate attention to relieve pain, save a tooth, or stop bleeding. Common emergencies include severe toothaches, knocked-out or broken teeth, excessive bleeding, and injuries to the mouth or jaw. If you’re unsure whether your situation is an emergency, it’s always better to err on the side of caution and contact us right away.

Our Dental Emergency Services

  • Tooth Pain Relief: Immediate evaluation and treatment to alleviate severe tooth pain.
  • Tooth Repair: Prompt care for broken, chipped, or cracked teeth to restore your smile.
  • Knocked-Out Tooth: Quick action to save a knocked-out tooth and reimplant it if possible.
  • Soft Tissue Injuries: Treatment for injuries to the gums, lips, or tongue to stop bleeding and prevent infection.
  • Abscess Treatment: We drain and treat dental abscesses to prevent the infection from spreading.
  • Loose or Lost Fillings/Crowns: Emergency replacement of lost or damaged fillings or crowns to protect the tooth.

What Should I Do if I Knock Out a Tooth?

If you knock out a tooth, you will need to act quickly. Hold the tooth by the crown, not the root, and try to place it back in the socket. If that’s not possible, store the tooth in a container of milk or saliva and contact us immediately.

Timely intervention can often save the tooth and prevent the need for more extensive treatment.

How Can I Prevent Dental Emergencies?

To minimize the risk of dental emergencies, follow these simple tips:

  • Maintain good oral hygiene
  • Wear a mouthguard during sports
  • Avoid chewing on hard objects
  • Don’t use your teeth to open things
  • Visit your dentist every six months

Do You Need Emergency Dental Care in Chattanooga, TN?

If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, don’t wait! Contact East Brainerd Dentistry immediately for expert care. We’re here to help you through your dental emergency with compassion and professionalism.

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