{"id":127,"date":"2023-06-16T21:33:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-16T21:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/?p=127"},"modified":"2023-08-06T21:35:58","modified_gmt":"2023-08-06T21:35:58","slug":"dont-go-to-the-er-for-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/dont-go-to-the-er-for-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Emergency: Should You Go to the ER or Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-128 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Young woman with a toothache\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/planodentaldistinction.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/dental-emergency-3.jpg 1544w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>No one ever expects a dental emergency to happen to them, but it&#8217;s a common situation. 1 in 6 Americans has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planodentaldistinction.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> every year. If the unexpected should happen, don&#8217;t panic! Instinct may tell you to head to the closest hospital, but that may not be the best decision. Although the emergency department can save your life, they can&#8217;t save your tooth. Instead, here&#8217;s why it&#8217;s better to contact your dentist.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Hospital Isn\u2019t the Best Option<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hospitals can prescribe antibiotics and pain relievers, but they aren&#8217;t equipped to treat the underlying problem. As a result, you&#8217;ll still need to see a dentist to resolve the issue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you&#8217;re having a medical emergency, it is better to contact your dentist. They&#8217;ll get you into the office quickly and address your pain while treating the issue at the source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Dental Emergency Treatments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies can take many forms, like knocked-out teeth, toothaches, or jaw pain. Therefore, there&#8217;s no one-size-fits-all solution to treat dental emergencies. Depending on your situation, common procedures include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Root Canal Therapy:<\/strong> A root canal extracts the infected tissue deep within a tooth to save it from needing extraction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Crowns:<\/strong> Bonding a crown over the portion of a tooth above the gum line can resolve many issues, like cracks and chips.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Bonding: <\/strong>A composite resin can fix minor issues quickly, like chipped teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tooth Extractions:<\/strong> Sometimes a tooth cannot be saved. Your dentist will extract it and replace it with a prosthetic, like a dental implant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Splints:<\/strong> Knocked-out and dislodged teeth can be saved if you act fast. Your dentist can use a dental splint to stabilize your tooth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventing Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t always stop emergencies from happening, but you can do many things to lessen your risk of one, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brush and Floss:<\/strong> Brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss daily to keep preventable dental problems at bay, like tooth decay and gum disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Break Bad Habits:<\/strong> Stop any bad habits that can damage your teeth, like using them in place of scissors or chewing on your fingernails.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wear a Mouthguard:<\/strong> Wear an athletic mouthguard if you play sports to protect your smile. If you have a habit of grinding and clenching your teeth, ask your dentist for a nightguard to safeguard your teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visit Your Dentist:<\/strong> Visit your dentist every 6 months for a cleaning and checkup. Research has found that every $1 spent on prevention can save up to $50 on emergency services. A semi-annual appointment is a simple way to preserve your natural smile and avoid costly dental bills later.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Time is of the utmost importance. Don&#8217;t lose a minute by going to the ER for a dental problem. Instead, contact your dentist right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Nabeela Khan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.planodentaldistinction.com\/meet-dr-nabeela-khan.html\">Dr. Khan<\/a> earned her dental degree at the University of Illinois Chicago and has regularly continued her education to provide advanced services. She provides the most cutting-edge solutions to treat the most complex oral health issues. If you have a dental emergency, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planodentaldistinction.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment<\/a> through our website or call (972) 433-9722.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one ever expects a dental emergency to happen to them, but it&#8217;s a common situation. 1 in 6 Americans has a dental emergency every year. If the unexpected should happen, don&#8217;t panic! Instinct may tell you to head to the closest hospital, but that may not be the best decision. 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