How Should You Deal with a Dental Emergency?

Occasionally a dental emergency crops up that requires immediate attention from an emergency dentist near you. Patients sometimes go to an emergency room only to be told they should have called the dentist first. Be sure to call a dentist and let them determine where you should go next. Sometimes we will tell you to come directly to the dentist near you, and other times we will tell you to visit a nearby emergency room or an emergency dentist who is open after hours. The way to know for sure is to call the dentist before leaving.

If you have a toothache, that could be a sign of an emergency or even potentially an extremely dangerous tooth abscess. It is best to call a dentist to determine the next steps and follow their advice to the letter.

If you have cracked or chipped a tooth, your first call should also be to the dentist. Whether the accident happened while eating a portion of hard food or it happened due to trauma from an accident, calling the dentist is your best first step. They can direct you to what you should take action on next.

Profuse bleeding is a potential emergency that requires immediate emergency room care. Call the Dentist in New Port Richey or have a friend or family member call on your behalf. If you are bleeding uncontrollably and can't stop, that can be the first sign of an emergency.

 

There are many other issues that dentists consider to be an emergency. If any other issues occur, it is always best to call the dentist and let them decide about your next move. It's important not to make the wrong decision during an emergency, so calling the dentist is the best step.

 

If you think you are experiencing a dental emergency, call Dr. Srividya Vulugundam and the capable staff of Orange Grove Dental - New Port Richey. Dr. Vulugundam is an experienced dentist in New Port Richey specializing in emergency dental care.