Emergency Dentistry

What Is a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency is anything that is broken, painful, or bleeding in your mouth. While there are a number of situations which could require urgent dental care, some of the most common dental emergencies include the following:

Knocked-out tooth
A toothache or abscess
Broken filling or crown
Dislodged tooth
Broken tooth
Something lodged between teeth
Injury to the lips, gums, or jaw
Pain or swelling in the face

How to Handle a Dental Emergency?

In a dental emergency, stay calm. Panicking won’t help, but knowing you have an emergency dentist just a call away will. Contact S Plainfield Family Dental for first aid tips and prompt care based on the severity of the issue.

First aid tips for dental emergencies include:

Collect and store any larger broken pieces for possible reattachment.
Rinse (but do not scrub) a knocked-out tooth. Store it in the original socket, a cup of milk, or wrap in plastic wrap until you can make it to our office.
Come in within the hour for the best chance of successful reattachment.
Stop bleeding with a clean gauze or cloth.
Use an ice pack in 10- to 15-minute intervals to reduce swelling or pain.
Take an over-the-counter pain medication as directed for an ache or pain.

How Do We Treat Dental Emergencies?

The treatment for a dental emergency varies depending on the original injury or issue. For pain caused by tooth decay, a root canal followed by a dental crown is often recommended. A dental crown can also restore a broken or cracked tooth. In some cases, a knocked-out tooth may not be able to be reattached, and we might recommend a dental implant to replace it. Whatever the recommended treatment for your emergency, you can feel confident partnering with your dentist in South Plainfield, NJ, for a solution! We even offer longer hours than most dental practices (including nights and weekends) to better accommodate your needs.

Root Canals

Every tooth has a small amount of soft tissue inside it called the dental pulp, and this is actually where the delicate nerve of the tooth is located. When this tissue becomes infected or damaged, it can cause quite a bit of pain– the kind that prevents you from concentrating on anything else. Fortunately, we can relieve this kind of discomfort with a root canal, where your dentist will remove this infected tissue and save your tooth. Thanks to modern dental techniques and sedation, you can rest assured that you’ll remain comfortable throughout the entire procedure.

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Tooth Extractions

For our patients with severely damaged teeth that can’t be repaired with a root canal, we also offer tooth extractions in South Plainfield, NJ. By removing an infected or impacted tooth, we can create a healthy foundation for you to rebuild your smile. Additionally, this helps prevent the current problem from causing further damage to your surrounding teeth. Along with extractions, we provide various restorative dental treatments to restore your smile to its natural appearance.

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Understanding the Cost of Emergency Dentistry

The unexpected can happen anytime, anyplace. Knowing what to do is important when faced with a serious dental injury but what you might not consider until it’s time to check out at the dentist’s office is how much you can expect to pay for treatment. The cost of emergency dentistry in Planview is different for each case. Although it might seem as if you’ll pay the same as someone else suffering from a chipped tooth, you will not. Instead, a thorough consultation with our team will help to determine the actual expenses you will incur so you can better plan for a healthier, more beautiful smile.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

With good oral hygiene habits in place, there’s a strong chance you’ll never experience a dental emergency! That’s why our team at S Plainfield Family Dental recommends being vigilant about caring for your teeth and gums. With this in mind, here are a few best practices we encourage our patients in South Plainfield, NJ, to adopt:

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