Emergency Dentist – Medford, NJ

Immediate Dental Care in Times of Need

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Dental emergencies are difficult to navigate if you don’t have the correct steps to follow or a trusted dental professional to call upon. Fortunately, we believe in the importance of assisting our dental patients in need, which is why we offer weekend emergency dentistry appointments. Should a chipped tooth, busted lip, or knocked-out tooth occurs at home, work, or school, give us a call and let our trusted dental team and emergency dentist in Medford help get your smile back on track.

 

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How We Treat Dental Emergencies

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  • Call our dental office – You should call our dental office right away so that we can begin to schedule an appointment for you quickly. We’ll also make sure you know how to handle your problem at home until you reach our dental office.
  • Undergo an emergency exam – One of our dentists will perform a thorough examination, including digital X-rays, to identify the exact problem.
  • Review the findings – Once all the necessary information is compiled, we can create a treatment plan that addresses the underlying problem and restores your smile.
  • Eliminate dental pain – To help you get out of pain as quickly as possible, we will work as fast as we can to eliminate the discomfort and improve your smile. This might include taking antibiotics, undergoing a dental crown placement, or even extracting the tooth.

Most Common Dental Emergencies

We are no strangers to dental emergencies; however, we do invite you to review the different types of incidents that our team is capable of treating in-house. Only situations where bleeding doesn’t cease, swelling increases, or a broken or fractured jaw occur should you get to the local ER. Otherwise, you can let our team take care of your dental emergency.

Cost of Treating Dental Emergencies

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Just like dental emergencies come in all shapes and sizes, so do their expenses. You may only require antibiotics, which are significantly cheaper than addressing a knocked-out tooth and requiring a replacement. No matter the solution, our team will work with you to maximize your dental insurance benefits so that you can take advantage of your plan without having to pay high out-of-pocket costs.

 

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

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There are ways to minimize your risk for serious dental injury, some of which include:

  • Maintaining healthy teeth and gums by brushing, flossing, and rinsing regularly
  • Wearing a mouthguard while playing sports or sleeping (if you have bruxism, TMJ)
  • Never using your teeth as tools
  • Keeping your six-month dental checkups and cleanings
  • Eating healthy foods as opposed to sugars and starches

 

Root Canal Treatment

Model tooth used to explain root canal treatment

When the pulp of a tooth, which is the innermost layer surrounded by nerves, tissues, and blood vessels, becomes damaged or infected, it can result in significant pain. While removing it is an option, we prefer to attempt root canal therapy to eliminate the pulp and help you achieve relief from the discomfort. This procedure also minimizes the potential for tooth extraction.

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Tooth Extractions

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At times, tooth extraction can be the best treatment for your smile. Although we avoid extractions whenever possible, an extraction can be necessary depending on your dental issues. If an extraction is needed, your dentist will make sure that you are relaxed and comfortable throughout your entire visit. If you need a tooth extraction in Medford, NJ, or need a second opinion, we’re here to help!

 

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Toothaches

Is my toothache a dental emergency? A toothache isn’t always considered a dental emergency, but you don’t want to completely ignore it. This can often be an indication that there’s an underlying issue, such as a cavity. If you’re experiencing sensitivity, extreme discomfort, or signs of an infection (like swelling, fever, or fatigue), then you should visit your emergency dentist right away.

How you should handle a toothache: Until you can visit our team, try flossing around your teeth to loosen or remove any debris that may be lodged between them. If this doesn’t work, then it may be an indication of an infection, which will need to be treated as soon as possible. Be sure to use a cold compress and take over-the-counter pain relievers to alleviate discomfort and swelling.

How we treat toothaches: Once you arrive, we’ll perform a thorough examination to determine the cause of your toothache and the best approach for resolving it. Your treatment can involve services such as a filling, dental crowns, gum disease treatment, root canal therapy, or an extraction.

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Chipped Tooth

Is a chipped tooth a dental emergency? While a chipped tooth isn’t always a dental emergency, it’s still best to seek treatment sooner rather than later. Though it may not cause much discomfort, choosing not to fix it can leave it vulnerable to further damage or infection. Notify your dentist within a few days to avoid future complications.

How you should handle a chipped tooth: Pick up as many of the larger pieces as you can and bring them with you to your appointment. Until you arrive, try placing dental wax or sugar-free gum o class="btn"n top of the area to keep it safe. You can also use an ice pack to minimize any swelling that might occur.

How we treat chipped teeth: Our team can typically repair a chipped tooth with composite resin from dental bonding. But if the damage is more extensive or highly visible (such as on one of your front teeth) then you might consider getting veneers for a longer-lasting result.

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Cracked Tooth

Is a cracked tooth a dental emergency? A cracked tooth can be extremely painful and you’ll need to get it treated right away. Leaving it unaddressed will increase the risk of further damage and infection. Be sure to notify our team so you can schedule your emergency appointment.

How you should handle a cracked tooth: Rinse your mouth carefully with lukewarm water to remove any lingering debris and bacteria. Avoid chewing on the side of your mouth until you get treated. Feel free to take over-the-counter pain medication and/or apply a cold compress to alleviate discomfort.

How we treat cracked teeth: If the damage is minor and closer to the surface, then we might be able to fix your cracked tooth with composite resin from dental bonding. More severe damage may require a dental crown to strengthen and improve the structure of the tooth. But if it’s beyond repair, then removing it may be the best option, and we’ll have to discuss your tooth-replacement solutions, such as dental implants.

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Very Sensitive Teeth

Are Very Sensitive Teeth a Dental Emergency? That depends! If the sensitivity is severe, it’s stemming from one tooth, or you’re experiencing other abnormal symptoms (like pain when biting down), then you should absolutely call our office to schedule an emergency visit.

How You Should Handle Very Sensitive Teeth One of the best things you can do is take proactive measures to minimize the sensitivity. Avoiding hot drinks and acidic, sugary, and spicy foods are a great place to start. You can also purchase a desensitizing toothpaste, which is designed specifically for patients who are struggling with tooth sensitivity.

How We Treat Very Sensitive Teeth In some cases, switching to a desensitizing toothpaste, prescribed mouthwash, and other oral hygiene products that are designed for patients with tooth sensitivity is enough. If the uncomfortable sensation is the result of severe enamel erosion, a large cavity, gum disease, or another serious oral health concern, then we will need to intervene with the appropriate restorative treatment, like a dental crown, root canal therapy, or gum disease treatment.

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Knocked-Out Tooth

Is My Knocked-Out Tooth a Dental Emergency? It is! For our Medford emergency dentist to have the highest likelihood of saving your tooth, they need to see you within 60 minutes of the incident (ideally much sooner). So, immediately following your tooth being knocked out, call our office. Over the phone, we can schedule a time for you to come in and guide you through the steps on how to handle your dental injury until you arrive at our office for treatment.

How You Should Handle a Knocked-Out Tooth First, try to find the tooth. If you locate it, pick it up by the crown (the chewing surface), not the root. If it’s dirty, then you can gently rinse it with water. Otherwise, store it in a glass of milk or saliva. You should also rinse your mouth with water to keep the area clean, and you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever to alleviate any discomfort you’re experiencing.

How We Treat Knocked-Out Teeth If you arrive to our office within 60 minutes and the tooth is in good shape, then we will do everything we can to save it. Of course, if that’s no longer a realistic option, then we will need to discuss tooth-replacement options, like a dental bridge or dental implant.

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Lost Filling or Crown

Is a Lost Filling or Crown a Dental Emergency? Yes, a lost filling or dental crown is a dental emergency. Not only is the tooth likely sensitive, but it can also crack or develop an infection. That’s why we recommend that our patients in Medford schedule an appointment with our team ASAP.

How You Should Handle a Lost Filling or Crown If your dental crown has fallen out, you can attempt to place it back over your tooth – never force it back into place! If it doesn’t easily slide over your tooth, then simply store it safely in a container and bring it with you to our office. In cases of a lost dental filling or crown, you should also rinse with water periodically, avoid chewing on that side of your mouth, and take an OTC pain reliever to manage discomfort.

How We Treat Lost Fillings or Crowns Replacing a filling is a quick, easy, and painless process. With dental crowns, there are a few routes we can take. First, we can attempt to recement your crown in place. If that doesn’t work, then we can replace it with a new one and provide you with a temporary crown while that one is being made.

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