Dental Emergencies Come in Many Forms
Broken or knocked-out teeth are common examples of dental emergencies, often caused by accidents at home, in the car, or from sports-related injuries. Seeking care quickly is essential, as the dentist may be able to use the broken tooth in your recovery. Other oral injuries may result in chipped or cracked teeth, which can be treated with cosmetic options like ceramic crowns, ceramic veneers, or resin bonding when the damage is not too deep. These options can be matched to the color of your natural teeth to restore your smile. However, deeper injuries may require a root canal to clean out and restore the area, especially when nerve damage is involved.
Common dental emergency procedures include:
- Repairing broken or knocked-out teeth
- Treating chipped or cracked teeth
- Root canal therapy for deep injuries or infections
- Emergency extractions for severely damaged teeth
- Pain relief for toothaches due to cavities or infections
- Restoration with ceramic crowns or veneers after damage
Dental emergencies, especially severe toothaches, can keep you from sleeping or eating. If you experience a toothache, it could be due to a major cavity or a deep infection. In cases where the tooth is severely damaged or an abscess is too large, an emergency extraction might be the best solution. However, if the tooth is savable, the priority is to relieve your pain and resolve the infection, often through a root canal. Afterward, a crown can be placed to restore the tooth’s appearance and function.
