If you have a broken or cracked tooth or a tooth that is suddenly sensitive, call our dental office immediately to arrange an emergency dental appointment.
Without intervention, cracks and chips can worsen, or infection can penetrate the tooth’s root chamber, leading to pain and swelling.
Tooth pain without chips or cracks may indicate advancing tooth decay or the onset of an infection.
The goal of the intervention is to relieve your pain and save the tooth from loss or extraction.
What to Do as You Await Your Emergency Dental Visit?
To ease tooth pain, we recommend an over-the-counter pain reliever if you’re medically able. You can also apply an ice pack to your face or jaw periodically, which can help reduce swelling.
In some cases, a warm saltwater rinse can help with infection and pain, as well.
3 Ways to Protect Your Smile
To avoid a dental emergency in Newmarket, we recommend the following:
#1 Brush and Floss
You should brush and floss after eating, or at least twice daily, to help prevent tooth infections and decay. You should spend at least 1 minute brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush, cleaning all sides of your teeth. When you floss, unspool a fresh section of string for every pass.
#2 Visit Your Dentist
You should visit your dentist every six months for checkups and teeth cleanings. Through regular checkups, your dentist can diagnose issues like tooth decay before it causes pain. Likewise, teeth cleanings in Newmarket remove the substances that contribute to oral health complications, such as tooth decay and infections.
#3 Protect Your Smile
Always wear a mouthguard during athletics and a nightguard if you grind your teeth (bruxism).
Contact Your Dentist in New Market
If you have a toothache or increasing sensitivity, call us today at (365) 909-3999 to arrange an emergency dental appointment.