Nothing can ruin a beautiful day outside playing softball quicker than an injured tooth. Dental emergencies are stressful, and you may feel overwhelmed at first, however don’t panic! Dr. Nirav Patel and his team at Smile Solutions Dentistry are here to help, and when you have a dental team you can trust, you have nothing to worry about when an emergency strikes. Your emergency dentist in West Palm Beach has tips on how to handle common dental emergencies.
A Tooth that is Cracked
When your tooth is cracked or chipped, it’s important to get to the dentist right away. For chipped teeth, gather as many pieces of the tooth as you can and bring them with you. A tooth that is cracked will need treatment so an infection and further damage don’t occur. Root canal therapy may be necessary to preserve your tooth and Dr. Patel can guide you through the process from start to finish.
A Tooth that is Knocked Out
For teeth that have been knocked out, time is of the essence. We have the best chance of saving your tooth within one hour of your injury. Try to handle the tooth as little as possible and transport it carefully. If it can be placed back in its socket, this is the best way to transport it. If not, a cup of milk will help to keep the cells moist and alive.
Tooth Replacement
Dr. Patel will do his best to save and preserve your natural tooth. For teeth that can’t be saved, we recommend dental implants in West Palm Beach as a replacement. Implants restore both your root and your tooth, which is why they’re so successful. A titanium post is surgically placed into your bone to replace your root, and a porcelain crown is custom designed to restore your tooth.
Dr. Patel is well equipped to help guide you through any emergency situation you may be facing. At Smile Solutions Dentistry, we offer high quality dentistry and it’s our goal to build life long relationships with our patients, so you’ll have someone you trust to turn to if you should encounter an emergency.
If you or a loved one is experiencing dental pain or injury, we encourage you to contact Smile Solutions Dentistry right away.