Dental emergencies can arise when you least expect them, and knowing where to turn can make a stressful situation easier to manage. Residents of Fort Worth, Texas, rely on Jeffrey Osborne, DDS, and the team at Smiles of Fort Worth for emergency dental care. Walk-in visits are an option, or you can call ahead of your emergency dentistry visit. Online booking is usually best for less urgent needs.
Emergency dental treatment is an area of dental practice that addresses urgent dental needs. One way to think about whether your dental issue needs emergency dental treatment is to consider whether you can wait to be seen during a normally scheduled appointment. If the answer is “no,” then emergency dental care is probably the right approach.
Having access to a highly skilled dental team can make a world of difference if a dental emergency arises. Prompt and professional treatment can mean saving or losing a tooth, and also addresses moderate-to-severe dental pain.
People turn to Smiles of Fort Worth for emergency dental care for a variety of reasons. Some of the more common issues that prompt emergency visits include:
These are just a few of the dental concerns that could lead you to seek emergency dental care. If you’re in pain or experiencing high levels of stress due to a dental health issue, call Smiles of Fort Worth to explain your circumstances and see if you can come in swiftly.
A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth is one of the most common types of dental emergencies. Knowing how to respond is helpful in saving the tooth.
Begin by locating the tooth and carefully removing any dirt or debris. Avoid touching the portion of the tooth normally covered by your gum tissue.
If possible, place the tooth back in its socket, gently biting down on a piece of gauze or cloth to hold it in place. You can also place the tooth in the space between your gums and cheek to keep it moist and in a familiar environment. Placing it in a small container covered in lukewarm milk is also an option.
Call Smiles of Fort Worth to see if a same-day emergency dentistry visit is available. Online booking is also an option for less-time sensitive issues.
