Dental emergencies are never planned. From a painful toothache to a tooth that's been chipped, these things always happen at the worst times. Fortunately, at Warrenton Dental Center, we are constantly equipped and ready to take on any emergencies. With a team passionate to make a patient feel better as soon as possible, and advanced technology, we are prepared for whenever you need us.

How Do I Know If It's A Dental Emergency?

Not every dental issue is an emergency. However, it can be hard to distinguish between what is an emergency and what can wait, especially in the moment. Below outlines the most common problems we see, and which do and do not count as an emergency that requires attention immediately:

Emergencies:

Non-emergencies:

Help! How Do I Stop The Swelling And The Bleeding?

Picture this: You just had a dental procedure last week that was a little more invasive. You are still in the recovery process, but have not entirely healed yet. You are about to go to sleep, and notice slight pain in your gums. You figure that you are still healing. Suddenly, you are awoken in the middle of the night to terrible, unbearable pain. You go to see what is causing this oral pain, and notice extremely swelling.

This is a typical dental emergency. This is because the patient is experiencing both swelling and bleeding. In addition, they are experiencing pain. If you are in a situation like this and cannot see a professional dentist for a little while, follow these steps to help ease the pain:

A Bothersome Toothache

Everyone has heard of or had a toothache before. While some toothaches can be alleviated with simple remedies, others require professional attention. A toothache can be one of the most annoying things to deal with, but is one of the most common dental emergencies patients will face. If you are dealing with a toothache, below outlines some tips and tricks to try before going to see a dentist:

If You Are Dealing With a Tooth Infection and Abscessed Gums

Swelling, pus, and pain are hallmark signs of a tooth infection. If you notice the beginnings of a tooth infection or abscess, you must act as quickly as possible to reduce the chance of the infection spreading. To relieve the pain, dentists recommend that patients with this dental issue try to draw the pus towards the surface of the gums and rinse with a warm saltwater solution. If you do not feel comfortable with this, or it does not help, visit a dentist as soon as possible. This is one of the riskiest dental issues you can have, especially after a dental procedure.

Call Us for Your Dental Emergency

 At Warrenton Dental Center, we understand the stress that comes with dental emergencies. It can be extremely scary when you do not know how or why something is occurring, or how serious it can be. That is why we always put our patients first, especially those dealing with emergency issues. If you think that you may be experiencing a dental emergency, give us a call as soon as possible.