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(719) 418-2456 for Colorado Springs or (719) 924-9879 for Publo

What is a Dental Emergency?

When you face with these common dental issues, call us to see if you need an immediate dental assistace.

• Severe pain : If you are in severe pain it is not likely to go away without the help of a trained professional
• Excessive Bleeding : Bleeding from the gums can be caused by a number of things, but excessive bleeding, or bleeding that won’t stop, is an indication of a more serious issue that should be dealt with immediately
• Tooth Loss : If you have lost a tooth, there is a good chance that the permanent damage will not result but only if you get to the dentist right away.
• Swelling : If you have excessive swelling, you need to make sure you don’t have a serious infection or an abscessed tooth that will only get worse if not treated.

Toothaches

When faced with a toothache, you should carefully rinse your mouth with warm water and floss. It is possible that the pain is being caused by something stuck in the mouth. If this doesn’t work, it may be time to all us.

Chipped or cracked Tooth

Although teeth are made from a relatively strong material, they can still chip, break off pieces, or crack(fracture) when faced with blunt trauma.

Sometimes, you can crack a tooth without it falling out, especially if it’s under a crown.

The symptoms of a cracked tooth under a crown include pain while chewing, biting, or releasing a bite, sensitivity to temperature, swelling of gums, or pain that comes and goes.

If you know, or suspect, you’ve chipped or cracked a tooth you should visit the dentist as soon as possible.

On the other hand, dull ache in a tooth, a small chip, or loosing a crown or filling can probably wait for a few days until you get a scheduled appointment.

If you are unsure then on the safe side, give us a call so our trained staff can advised you on the best course of action.