Dentistry for peace of mind—what to do when the “worst” happens (at the most inconvenient of times)
The ADA reports that more than two million people visit emergency rooms with dental pain every year. As an emergency dentist, Dr. Moosa Dalwai and the team at The Art of Dentistry appreciate that the sources of these toothaches can often be prevented. In turn, our team in Lilburn, Georgia, also works to prevent the considerable expense and time that is associated with both ER visits and treatments to rebuild your smile and restore your oral health. As experts in oral anatomy, function, and care, we have the right expertise to properly treat your urgent dental problem.
What exactly is an urgent dental problem?
Dental emergencies come in many forms. We quickly accommodate patients with persistent and often intense pain and swelling. These symptoms can be indicative of severe dental infections or abscesses. Additionally, obvious signs of trauma must be treated without delay. These include fractured or broken teeth, dislodged teeth, and lost dental restorations. Even if a tooth is knocked out, Dr. Dalwai may be able to save it as long as replantation occurs within 30 to 60 minutes of the accident taking place.
What if I don’t treat my painful tooth?
Dental conditions do not go away on their own. They may feel better for a bit, only to return again with a vengeance. Also, if infections are not treated appropriately, they can spread to other parts of the face, head, and body. Systemic infections are a true medical emergency that does require a visit to the ER. So, do not “sit” on any concerning symptoms. See us quickly for pain relief and true resolution of the underlying source of that pain.
How can I prevent dental emergencies?
The easiest way to avoid the pain and emergency care associated with severe oral damage is to maintain your 6-month check-ups. During these check-ups, Dr. Dalwai identifies any risk factors and addresses them properly. If, for instance, you engage in contact sports, he may recommend a custom mouthguard. These appliances protect the teeth as well as surrounding tissues from sports-related injuries.
What should I do if I’m concerned about my teeth?
Call The Art of Dentistry without delay at (470) 570-9699. Depending on what you tell us, we can advise on ways to stop bleeding, ease discomfort and pain, and reduce swelling. These steps may include salt water rinses and the application of a cold compress or gauze. For knocked-out or avulsed teeth, it is a good practice to keep a tooth-preserving solution or kit on hand. If you don’t have special dental products, simply place the tooth carefully into a container filled with milk. The proteins in milk help to preserve the tooth.
Again, these are temporary fixes. We must schedule an appointment with you at our office in Lilburn, GA, to treat the underlying problem in a way that promotes your best, sustained health and relieves pain and other symptoms for good.
