{"id":493,"date":"2020-08-10T20:33:00","date_gmt":"2020-08-10T20:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=493"},"modified":"2020-09-08T20:34:05","modified_gmt":"2020-09-08T20:34:05","slug":"most-common-ways-dentist-might-treat-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/08\/10\/most-common-ways-dentist-might-treat-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Common Ways Your Dentist Might Treat a Dental Emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you suddenly find yourself with a dental emergency, like a severe toothache or even a knocked-out tooth, you might be hesitant to visit your dentist. After all, you\u2019re not even sure how they would treat your problem. The good news is that dentists have undergone advanced training to be able to handle all kinds of dental emergencies<\/a>. No matter what you\u2019re going through, your emergency dentist in Pleasant Grove can treat it painlessly. Here are four of the most common ways that they might treat your dental emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Root Canal Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just hearing the words \u201croot canal\u201d often strikes fear into people\u2019s heart, but this procedure is nothing to be scared of. In fact, it\u2019s one of the most commonly used methods of treating a severe toothache, especially one that\u2019s caused by a cavity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When decay reaches the center of the tooth, known as the pulp, it often causes the mother of all toothaches. This is because the tooth\u2019s nerves are located in the pulp. Root canal therapy removes the damaged pulp, relieving your pain and eliminating the infection. This prevents the infection from spreading to surrounding teeth or even other parts of the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Tooth Extraction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Removing a tooth is never your dentist\u2019s first option. However, some teeth have simply been too damaged to be saved by other treatments like a dental crown or a root canal. If your dentist determines that an extraction is what\u2019s best for your oral health, they\u2019ll do their utmost to ensure the process is as smooth and painless as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Fillings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having an old filling fall out might not be as urgent as, say, a knocked-out tooth, but you should still call your dentist for treatment as soon as possible. While it might not hurt, losing a filling can leave the tooth more vulnerable to sensitivity and further damage. In most cases, the dentist will simply replace the old filling with a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Tooth Reattachment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your tooth has been fully dislodged, your dentist will attempt to reattach it by inserting it back into the socket. Ideally, you can start doing this before you even reach the dentist\u2019s office. After the tooth is knocked out, gently rinse it off and place it back in the socket, taking care not to shift it or bite down too hard. A knocked-out tooth can usually only be successfully reattached within an hour, so get to your dentist\u2019s office as soon as you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re experiencing a dental emergency, it\u2019s natural to worry. However, you should be perfectly fine as long as you promptly call your dentist. Rest assured they have the skills required to get your smile back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bear Creek Family Dentistry has 11 convenient locations throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. No matter where you are in the area, we can offer same-day emergency treatment to relieve your pain and restore your smile. If you need urgent treatment for your dental emergency, visit our website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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