Emergency Dentistry Near Castle Hills, TX
Help Isn’t Far Away
There are several different kinds of dental emergencies, but they all have one thing in common: none of them are ever planned. An accident on the court or playfield or a surprise toothache can happen to virtually anyone! Thankfully, if you find yourself in need of fast, high-quality dental care, we are ready to provide emergency dentistry near Castle Hills. Simply give our office a call, and we will prepare to see you ASAP — probably even on the same day that you call.
All of the dentists at our practice are compassionate, skilled, and ready to help you find relief from your pain. No matter what kind of emergency you are facing, you can trust us to help. Not only will we strive to help you feel better right away, but we will also design your treatment plan with a view to supporting your long-term oral health.
Call Us in Case of the Following Dental Emergencies
- Knocked-out tooth
- Partially dislodged tooth
- Cracked, chipped, or broken teeth
- Severe toothache
- Lost or damaged dental restoration (such as a crown, bridge, or filling)
- Object lodged between the teeth
- Injury to the lips, gums, or jaw
- Pain or swelling in the face
Even if you are unsure of whether your situation is a true dental emergency, just give us a call, and we will be happy to offer advice and let you know what you should do next. However, if you believe that one of your bones is broken, or your bleeding continues for more than 10 minutes, please head straight to your nearest emergency room first. Contact us afterward for follow-up care.
Tips for a Knocked-Out Tooth
For any type of dental emergency, you should seek help right away. When it comes to knocked-out teeth, however, receiving prompt care is especially important. In fact, you should see an emergency dentist near Castle Hills within an hour or two! Before your dental appointment, there are some steps you can take to increase the chances that we will be able to preserve your tooth:
- Locate the tooth and, touching it only by its crown (the top part), pick it up.
- Use water to gently rinse it off (never scrub it or use chemicals to try to clean it).
- Put it back in its original socket if possible. Keep it in place by closing your mouth.
- If putting the tooth back in its socket proves to be too difficult, store it in a container of milk or use a tooth preservation kit from a local pharmacy. You can also use plain tap water, but milk is preferrable. The tooth must remain moist until your dental appointment.
- Apply a cold compress in 10-minute intervals to control swelling, and use a gauze or clean rag to help stop any bleeding.
- If necessary, take an over the counter pain reliever to mitigate your discomfort. However, you should not use aspirin because it could worsen bleeding.