{"id":31,"date":"2024-09-21T16:35:03","date_gmt":"2024-09-21T16:35:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/?p=31"},"modified":"2024-10-26T16:37:31","modified_gmt":"2024-10-26T16:37:31","slug":"urgent-issues-who-do-i-call-for-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/2024\/09\/21\/urgent-issues-who-do-i-call-for-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Urgent Issues: Who Do I Call for Dental Emergencies?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"Nose-to-chin view of woman holding her hand to her sore, inflamed jaw\" class=\"wp-image-32\" style=\"width:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-1536x861.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AdobeStock_791171085-2048x1148.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Although no one ever wants to experience a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.valerdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>, it can potentially happen to anyone at any time. Whether you developed a toothache or lost a restoration, acting quickly can make a world of difference when it comes to saving your smile. However, depending on your condition, you might wonder whether it\u2019s better to head to the nearest emergency room instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue reading to learn why it\u2019s usually best to contact your dentist when you have an sudden oral issue!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing where to go for the right help ensures that you\u2019ll get quick relief in urgent situations. Several types of problems warrant a same-day dental appointment to be addressed right away, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A loose or dislodged permanent tooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An abscess accompanied by fever, chills, or pus-like discharge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severe trauma or lacerations of the mouth that cause heavy bleeding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudden or persistent toothaches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some patients experience non-urgent issues that need to be addressed sooner rather than later but don\u2019t necessarily require immediate attention. You should call your dentist to schedule an appointment if you have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lost or broken a dental bridge, crown, or implant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decayed or damaged teeth that aren\u2019t hurting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An injured retainer, night guard, or dentures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mild sensitivity or discomfort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Should I Call My Dentist First?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When something goes wrong, or you sustain a sudden injury, the best course of action is to head to the nearest emergency room. They have doctors, specialists, medications, and equipment to handle all sorts of problems and can offer multiple types of pain relief. Why wouldn\u2019t you go there first for a dental concern, too?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The truth is that most urgent care centers and hospital ER\u2019s don\u2019t have dentists on staff, nor do they keep specialized instruments necessary to assess or handle your teeth and gums properly. For example, if you need an emergency root canal or extraction, they\u2019d have to refer you&nbsp;to a dentist for treatment because they don\u2019t have the right training or technology. That\u2019s why it\u2019s usually recommended that you call them first for oral concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Is It Best to Go to an ER?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some circumstances in which you should visit an ER to be stabilized before trying to have any dental work done, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have a life-threatening injury or illness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have persistent bleeding that increases or doesn\u2019t stop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You\u2019ve sustained injuries to your jaw or facial bones.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding where to go to address your problem allows you to act quickly if you ever have a dental emergency!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Valer Dental &amp; Braces, you benefit from a team of specialists and general dentists who offer a full array of services from two convenient locations. 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