Dental Emergency

On the long list of things that you have to worry about each day, a nagging toothache may not even make the top 50. But there are some good reasons to get your toothache treated. A toothache that is due to untreated tooth decay (a common reason for... Full Answer

A broken or cracked tooth can be painful. Treatment for a broken or cracked tooth depends on the size and location of the break and your symptoms. In some cases, your dentist can repair a broken tooth by filing it or by adding a crown to protect the... Full Answer

Having a broken tooth may or may not hurt. It all depends on how severe the fracture is. For example, a minor fracture in the tooth may not hurt at all, while a more severe break can be very painful. If the nerve inside the tooth is damaged, it can be... Full Answer

Wearing braces rarely leads to a dental emergency, but accidents happen. Loose brackets usually do not cause pain, and you should make an appointment to see your orthodontist to have it glued back on. Loose bands are also not an emergency. Your... Full Answer

If your permanent tooth falls out or is knocked out, your dentist may be able to save it, especially if you get to the office within 30 minutes. Do not handle the tooth by the root or roots. This might damage the roots and decrease the chance for a... Full Answer

The need for a root canal is not a dental emergency itself, but if your mouth is in pain because one of your teeth needs root canal therapy, it can definitely feel like one! Root canal treatment generally involves the removal and replacement of a... Full Answer

There are many, many old wives' tales regarding toothaches and how to care for them. The best practice is to go to the dentist as soon as possible. If you find yourself suffering from a toothache and are not able to get to a dentist right... Full Answer

If you have a toothache, rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss to remove any food caught between the teeth. Do not put aspirin on the aching tooth or gum tissues. Go to the dentist as soon as possible. Full Answer

Perisoronitis is an inflammatory condition that affects partially erupted wisdom teeth. Pericoronitis can lead to severe infection. If you have complications with your wisdom teeth  before or after they are extracted, see your dentist right... Full Answer

Is it a big crack? Does it go far below the gum? Do you get a sharp pain when you bite on it, but you don't feel a broken area? Is there any tooth left above the gum? There are many factors to evaluate prior to making a diagnosis, prognosis and... Full Answer