Emergency Dental Treatment

Emergency dental treatment refers to medically necessary treatment provided outside of a scheduled dental appointment. The treatment can be necessary because the patient is experiencing a dental emergency.

A dental emergency is any dental condition that poses immediate health threats to a patient, such as a tooth or gum infection. A tooth or gum infection can be painful and cause serious discomfort. In cases like this, emergency dental treatment at Berbos Dentistry is necessary because the condition may worsen if left untreated.

When Do You Require Emergency Dental Care?

Jaw Fracture

A broken jaw is a serious dental emergency. A broken jaw should be treated immediately by an oral surgeon. If you’ve suffered a broken jaw, you should call your dentist or oral surgeon immediately. They will assess the severity of the injury and recommend the appropriate next steps. Treatment generally involves setting and wiring the jaw and wearing a protective device while it heals.

Broken Tooth

If you have a broken tooth, you should call your dentist right away. A dental emergency is any situation where your tooth is damaged or you’re in pain. Having a broken tooth falls into this category.

Broken Braces

Broken braces are one of the most common dental emergencies. If you break your braces, you should schedule an appointment with your orthodontist. In the meantime, you can place orthodontic wax over the broken braces. If your braces are damaged, your orthodontist may recommend you replace the braces.
 

Tooth Abscess

An abscess is a pocket of pus that forms inside the mouth as a result of a bacterial infection. A tooth abscess requires emergency dental care because it can cause swelling and pain.

Broken Denture

A broken denture can be very painful, and can also cause you to become socially withdrawn. A broken denture can be repaired, but it might be better to have the denture replaced. A new denture will feel much more natural, enabling you to laugh and speak with confidence and without pain.
 

Broken Filling

A dental filling can become damaged for several reasons, from biting on hard foods to tooth grinding. If your filling breaks, it’s important to have it taken care of right away. The exposed area can become prone to decay and infections.

A filling can be repaired with a composite resin material. The dentist will clean the area and prepare the tooth for the filling. The composite material can be color-matched to blend in seamlessly with your smile.

Get in touch with Berbos Dentistry at 1321 N. Harbor Blvd, Suite 306, Fullerton 92835, or call (714) 526-4867 for the best dental care in Fullerton CA