When Do You Need an Emergency Dentist?
Not everyone understands the need for an emergency dentist. A dental emergency is not necessarily a traumatic event such as having a tooth knocked out during a game of ice hockey – although that is certainly an emergency health situation. But sometimes a tooth can start to ache really badly in the middle of the night or day for no apparent reason.
If you don’t want to be in pain for the next week, it is essential to seek help immediately. Many dental clinics keep some time free for just such emergencies. It is a good idea to call as early in the day as possible to be sure of getting in. This is not always possible, of course, especially if the pain starts during the day.
In some cases a tooth can break off, or part of it can break, or else a filling can come out. Health advice says this should be attended to as soon as possible, especially if it is a large piece that leaves jagged edges that can damage your cheek or tongue. It may not be painful, but it is still essential to have it fixed so that no food gets in and causes worse problems.