To state it simply, a dental emergency is any oral issue that is causing you pain that you cannot treat on your own. This means that a wide range of dental issues qualify as emergencies: toothaches, infected teeth, bleeding gums, cracked and chipped teeth, and teeth that have been knocked out in an accident.
Dental emergencies rarely ever happen when it’s convenient, and that’s why Scripps Rock Dental offers same-day emergency appointments for any patient in pain. Call us at (858) 530-0300 to let us know that you’ll be stopping by so we can do our best to prepare for your emergency visit!
Once you experience a dental issue, time is of the essence when it comes to repairing your health and avoiding bigger problems down the road. For example, if a cavity isn’t treated right away, it can become an infection. If an infection isn’t treated with a root canal, you can end up losing your tooth. Once enamel is broken or a tooth is lost, it won’t grow back. Fixing issues as soon as they become a problem will help maintain oral health, confidence, and your overall wellbeing.
At Scripps Rock Dental, patients often come in for emergency visits to repair cavities, infected teeth and cracked or broken teeth. These are a few of the most common treatments for oral issues:
This treatment is used to fill cavities and restore the structure of your tooth before more buildup of plaque and tartar cause more damage to your enamel.
If your tooth becomes infected, this treatment removes pulp from inside your tooth to restore its health and ensure that the tooth remains living. Often, a crown will be placed after this procedure to keep your tooth strong and looking beautiful.
This procedure is used to fill in chips and cracks, and keep your tooth looking aesthetically pleasing after an accident.
If a tooth is extensively damaged or you lose a tooth in an accident, crowns and bridges can strengthen and repair them.
It’s simple - just come in! We do ask that if possible, you call us at (858) 530-0300 before you head to the office. This will allow us to assess your needs over the phone and prepare the office and operatory for any treatment you may need before you arrive. That way, we can focus on what matters most when you get here - your dental health!
Chewing hard foods like popcorn kernels or nuts with your veneers could cause them to wear down or break over time. Use your molars instead.
You should also never use your teeth or veneers to chew non-food objects, or to help you rip tape, open plastic bags, and for other such purposes.
Make sure you brush twice a day for two minutes, maintain a good diet, and see Dr. Gupta or Dr. Tony for a teeth cleaning and oral exam every six months.
Chewing hard foods like popcorn kernels or nuts with your veneers could cause them to wear down or break over time. Use your molars instead.
You should also never use your teeth or veneers to chew non-food objects, or to help you rip tape, open plastic bags, and for other such purposes.
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