🦷 Dental Emergency Care
Fast relief. Expert care. When you need it most.
🚨 What Is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any sudden issue that causes pain, bleeding, swelling, or damage to your teeth, gums, or jaw. At Ponce Dental, we offer same-day care to relieve discomfort and protect your oral health.
🚨 Common Dental Emergency Procedures
1. Tooth Extraction
Used for: Severely decayed, infected, or damaged teeth that cannot be saved.
Procedure: The dentist numbs the area and gently removes the tooth. Aftercare includes gauze, rest, and possible antibiotics.
Follow-up: Options like implants or bridges may be discussed.
2. Root Canal Therapy
Used for: Infected or abscessed teeth with damaged pulp.
Procedure: The dentist removes infected tissue, cleans the canals, and seals the tooth. A crown is often placed afterward.
Goal: Save the natural tooth and eliminate pain.
3. Repairing Broken, Cracked, or Chipped Teeth
Used for: Trauma from accidents, biting hard objects, or sports injuries.
Procedure: Minor chips are fixed with bonding or veneers; major fractures may need crowns or root canals.
Urgency: Prevents infection and restores function.
4. Reinserting a Knocked-Out Tooth (Avulsed Tooth)
Used for: Teeth completely dislodged due to trauma.
Procedure: If seen within 30–60 minutes, the tooth may be cleaned and reinserted, then stabilized with a splint.
Tip: Keep the tooth moist in milk or saline until you reach the dentist.
5. Replacing Lost Fillings or Crowns
Used for: Restorations that fall out, exposing sensitive tooth structures.
Procedure: The dentist cleans the area and replaces or repairs the restoration.
Risk: Leaving it untreated can lead to decay or further damage.
6. Treatment for Severe Toothache or Abscess
Used for: Sudden, intense pain from infection or decay.
Procedure: Diagnosis via X-rays, followed by antibiotics, root canal, or extraction depending on severity.
Goal: Relieve pain and stop the spread of infection.
🦷 Emergency Care Tips for Patients
Act quickly: Delays can worsen pain and reduce treatment success.
Preserve knocked-out teeth: Handle by the crown, not the root.
Avoid chewing on damaged areas: Until treated, protect the site.
Call your dentist immediately: Most offices offer same-day emergency slots.