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| Emergency Dentistry Skokie, IL  Just like accidents, emergency dental situations are unpredictable and can happen when you least expect them. Emergencies involving your oral health will need a specialized form of treatment: emergency dentistry. At Chicago Dental Esthetics, we have an experienced team of experts led by Dr. Rabor ready to address any dental emergencies you might have. We encourage you to contact us immediately if you have a dental emergency to reduce any adverse effects. Understanding Emergency DentistryBefore discussing the different types of dental emergencies, it is crucial to determine what emergency dentistry is. Emergency dentistry is a specialized unit that focuses on treating unforeseen dental problems. Any dental emergency needs immediate care lest it causes more damage. Dental emergencies can be anything: for instance, if you are playing football and your tooth gets knocked out, you will need to come in for treatment immediately. Some underlying oral conditions, like tooth abscesses, can also escalate quickly and become a dental emergency. Signs of such conditions include extreme toothache that makes it impossible to partake in any other activities. Experiencing such conditions can be very uncomfortable, and you need to come in for immediate medical attention. Our experts will examine your condition and administer the ideal treatment right away. In case of dental emergencies, it is vital to come in immediately to avoid complications. The sooner our experts address the problem, the better. Our team will take the necessary steps to prevent the condition from deteriorating and restore your oral health. Therefore, emergency dentistry seeks to fix such conditions on time and provide the relief you urgently need. If you get involved in any dental emergency, our experts are on standby to help you fix it. All you have to do is get in touch with us immediately. Examples of Dental EmergenciesEmergency dentistry treats a wide range of conditions. It is vital to note that many conditions fall under dental emergencies. Knowing some of these conditions will help you take the right steps should you face them. Examples of dental emergencies include the following: Knocked-Out ToothHaving a knocked-out tooth has many setbacks that need to be addressed immediately. If your tooth is knocked out, you need to come to our offices immediately. The sooner you come in for treatment, the more likely your tooth will be restored. Dealing with a knocked-out tooth requires great care and precision. Our team will preserve it and, at the right time, carefully reinsert it into your mouth. Getting to our offices within 30 minutes of the incident or accident is crucial. Before then, there are several steps you should take to care for the knocked-out tooth. For instance, you should carefully rinse it and get rid of the dirt it has collected. You should also handle it carefully to prevent any possible damage to its root. If possible, we encourage you to carefully place it back in its position and gently bite down on it to keep it there. Alternatively, you can place it in a container or cup of milk. This helps keep the knocked-out tooth moist before our experts start working on restoring it. Abscessed TeethHaving abscessed teeth could result in a dental emergency. The problem with abscessed teeth is that they are very unpredictable. What might feel like a minor discomfort might quickly become a severe toothache that makes it unbearable. An abscessed tooth is a condition that occurs when the pocket of your tooth is filled with pus. This makes it very uncomfortable and could quickly advance into a severe condition. It often results in infection around the affected tooth. If this condition is left untreated, it poses a great risk to your oral health. Thankfully, there are several signs of abscess that can help detect it in its early stages. Some of them include tooth sensitivity, foul breath, and some cases of migraines. Some patients also experience small swellings and fever around the affected tooth. While tooth abscesses can be treated, these symptoms can get unbearable and result in a dental emergency. In that case, you should get in touch with us for emergency treatment. We will administer the necessary treatment to provide the relief you need and prevent the condition from causing further damage. Our experts are experienced in handling such matters and have what it takes to help restore your health. Before you reach our offices for tooth abscess emergency treatment, there are several things you can do to manage the pain. For instance, we advise you to rinse your mouth with salt water to remove harmful bacteria. Doing so will also draw pus from the periodontal pockets around the affected tooth and make it less painful. If possible, you can take some painkillers to reduce or manage the discomfort. Excessive ToothachesToothaches can be so random and sometimes disappear on their own. However, some toothaches are extremely painful and will need emergency treatment. Cases of excessive tooth pain and swelling are uncomfortable, especially if they are caused by an underlying condition. If you take the necessary steps to manage toothaches (like taking painkillers) and they don't work, it could be a dental emergency. Therefore, you will need to visit our offices right away and have our experts examine your condition. There are many causes of severe and persistent toothaches. Some of them include exposed tooth roots, infected gums, tooth decay, and dental abscess, among other ailments. Our experts will thoroughly examine your mouth and determine the cause of severe toothaches and swelling. Then, we will treat the condition and relieve you from the discomfort. Tissue Cuts and InjuriesLacerations, cuts, or tears around your dental cavity can result in severe bleeding. When the wound causes excessive bleeding, your oral and general health could be in danger. Therefore, you will need emergency treatment that halts the bleeding and restores your oral health. There are also several steps you can take to help stop the bleeding before reaching our offices. For instance, you can use gauze to stop or manage the bleeding. Ensure the gauze is clean to prevent bacteria from entering the wound. Schedule Your Emergency TreatmentIf you have been involved in an accident that results in a dental emergency, our experts at Chicago Dental Esthetics are ready to help. Call us at (224) 341-5162 for our emergency dental services. |
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