Emergency Dentist Houston, TX
What is emergency
dentistry?
When confronted with intense oral pain, a toothache, or a dental injury, immediate relief and treatment are available through emergency dentistry. The primary objective of emergency care is to alleviate patients' pain and restore their oral health. Emergencies can occur unexpectedly, which is why your Houston dentist offers same-day and after-hour emergency appointments. This ensures that you can receive the necessary care promptly and at your convenience, addressing your dental needs when you need it the most.
Did you know…
Kids and adults lose over five million teeth every year!
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What to do in a dental emergency
Stay Calm
If you experience some sort of dental trauma, the best thing you can do is to stay calm. While you may feel inclined to panic due to the pain and stress of an injury, you can take comfort in the knowledge that nearly any dental issue can be addressed, treated, and resolved by a dentist. Our team is here to help get you back to a healthy, pain-free smile.
Reduce Bleeding
Once you’ve gained control of the situation, take assessment of your injury. If you’re experiencing any bleeding, place a strip of gauze on the site of the injury and apply pressure with your by biting down on the gauze. This should slow the blood flow within an hour.
Control Swelling & Pain
Over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help to temporarily reduce pain and swelling. However, steer clear of any blood-thinning medications like aspirin, because they prevent clotting, making it difficult to stop the blood flow. Additionally, an ice pack or cold compress can be applied to the cheek near the affected area to help reduce pain and inflammation for a short period of time.
Call Us Right Away
Time is crucial in a dental emergency. As soon as you’ve regained control of your situation, give us a call! Our team is standing by to help assess the severity of your dental injury and get you the care you need right away.
The importance of prompt emergency care
Same-Day Care
Get the care you need right away with same-day emergency care in Houston. During your visit, Dr. Tran will perform an examination to assess your dental injury and create an immediate plan to get your smile back in shape that very same day. Don’t wait to schedule an emergency dentist appointment. Any delay will prolong your pain, and, in some cases, lead to you needing more complex procedures that are both more invasive and expensive.
Did you know…
Place a knocked-out tooth in a container of cold milk to preserve the root while you head to your emergency dentist appointment.
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RIGHT AWAY?
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Did you know…
If left untreated, a tooth infection can spread to other parts of your body and cause issues that impact your overall health.
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