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Essential Guide to Emergency Dental Care for Toothaches and Injuries
A toothache can be sharp or dull or feel like it’s pulsing right through your jaw. No matter how it shows up, it’s nearly impossible to ignore—wondering how to stop toothaches fast? The Hope Dental Care Centre team can give you fast relief from dental emergencies. Best of all, they can even help you outside of regular hours.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
Dental emergencies are situations that require immediate care to prevent infection, alleviate pain, or save a tooth. When should you consider a toothache a dental emergency? Typically, if the pain arises suddenly and is severe or does not improve with over-the-counter pain relievers, it may be a sign of a more serious condition.
These problems are also considered dental emergencies:
- A tooth has been knocked out
- Cracked or broken teeth with pain or bleeding
- Cuts to your gums or cheeks
- Mouth or facial swelling
- Bleeding that won’t stop
- Abscess or infection that causes fever, swelling, or trouble breathing
Note: A dental abscess is a medical emergency. Immediate care is required.
When Should I Seek Urgent Care?
The longer you hold off, the more risk you run. A minor ache can become an infection that spreads through your body, which is a medical emergency. In some cases, people who wait too long can end up in the hospital with sepsis. Emergency care provides the best chance to relieve your pain and save your teeth.
How Can an Emergency Dentist Help with My Severe Toothache?
Tooth pain indicates a serious issue, such as a deep cavity or infection. An emergency dentist can identify the cause of the pain through an examination and X-rays. Treatments may include antibiotics or procedures like root canals.
Call our office for more information
New Patients:
(343) 803-6333 | Existing Patients:
(613) 836-2433
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What Should I Do if My Tooth Gets Knocked Out?
Fast action is the key to saving your tooth if it’s been knocked out. Pick up the tooth by the crown, and avoid touching the root. If it’s dirty, rinse it gently. Then, put the tooth in a jar of milk. Your next move? Call for help right away. Our doctors have saved many knocked-out teeth because patients acted quickly.
Is a Chipped Tooth a Dental Emergency?
Some chipped teeth may not require same-day treatment. However, if you experience pain or have sharp edges cutting your mouth, seeing a dentist is important.
What Should I Do if I Have a Bleeding Gum Injury?
Press clean gauze firmly against your gums to stop the bleeding. If the bleeding doesn’t slow down in a few minutes, please seek assistance from our team. We will evaluate the situation and provide the necessary treatment to prevent further complications.
What Services Does The Hope Dental Care Centre Offer for Dental Emergencies?
Our office has a range of emergency dental services, including:
- Treatment for intense toothaches
- Repairs for broken or knocked-out teeth
- Care for bleeding injuries and oral trauma
- Infections and abscessed tooth management
How Can I Contact an Emergency Dentist in Kanata, Ontario for Immediate Assistance?
If you have a dental emergency, call The Hope Dental Care Centre at (343) 803-6333 right away. We’ll schedule you as soon as possible.
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Dr. Alireza Farkhondeh (Dr. Far)
Dr. Alireza Farkhondeh (Dr. Far) received his honors bachelor’s degree from the University of Western Ontario in London, ON, and his DDS degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2016. During this time, he participated in research projects in immunology, oral pathology, and oral radiology with publications in the Michigan Dental Association Journal. Dr. Far is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, and American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Wang
Dr. Gang Wang received his Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and DDS degrees from the University of Toronto in 2011, 2013, and 2017 respectively. He earned over 17 university scholarships and published five academic articles during this period. Both doctors are keen on helping patients as much as possible while educating them throughout the treatment process.
