Emergency Dentistry
You should never ignore or delay seeking treatment for a . The faster you receive treatment from our Jackson, MI, dentists, the better chance you have of keeping teeth intact and avoiding negative oral health consequences.
Whether it’s a knocked-out tooth, a dental abscess, or a severe toothache, we’re here to help.
What’s Considered a Dental Emergency?
As soon as you feel any type of pain in your mouth, it can be easy to label it as an emergency. While it is wise to ask our dentists about discomfort you may be experiencing, not everything is severe enough to warrant an immediate visit.
While inconvenient, problems like a lost dental filling, chipped veneer, or damaged dentures do not always qualify as an emergency.
Common dental emergencies often include a:
- Knocked-out tooth
- Broken or cracked tooth
- Dental abscess
- Persistent or severe toothache
- Soft tissue injury (to cheeks, gums, tongue, or lips) that result in bleeding
Are you experiencing one or more of the above? Give our Jackson dental office a call right away and our team can examine your teeth and gums. Appropriate treatment will then be determined to alleviate your condition.
When It’s Wise to Call Our Dentists
If you are in any kind of pain that is not subsiding with at-home methods, it’s time to call our office. Our dental staff will do their best to get you in as quickly as possible to avoid the passage of critical time.
We urge you to not ignore dental pain or tooth damage. Delaying treatment can negatively impact your oral health and increase your risk of long-term complications.
Depending on how severe your condition is, we may recommend that you first go to a nearby emergency room. If for any reason we are unable to treat you right away or you have sustained injuries in addition to your mouth, please visit the ER.
Get the Help You Need
When the unexpected happens, our , are ready to give you the care you deserve. Call The Dental Experience today at (517) 787-5367 or contact us online.