Emergency Dentistry – Las Vegas, NV

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Dental emergencies are very frightening (and often painful) situations that will only grow worse without the help of a dental professional. Don’t lose any time if someone in your family has a toothache or has suffered a dental injury of some kind. Call Rose Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, and we will immediately arrange to see you, ideally on the same day. We’re always ready to help patients find fast relief when it counts the most with emergency dentistry in Las Vegas, NV.

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How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies

Tooth infections and traumatic accidents that damage your smile can occur at any time, and while your first step should be to contact our dental office for help, you should also be able to manage the situation on your own in the meantime to stop it from growing any worse. The following are a few general tips for handling some of the most common dental emergencies you might experience.

Toothaches

Rinse and floss around the hurting tooth to see if any debris or food particles are dislodged. If the pain persists, take an anti-inflammatory pain reliever like ibuprofen. (Do not take aspirin, which could cause a sensation of burning.) Place a bag of ice on the face in 10-minute intervals to numb the pain and reduce swelling.

Chipped Tooth

Food particles can become stuck to the jagged ends of a damaged tooth, so make sure you rinse with lukewarm water. Dental wax or sugarless gum can be used to cover the tooth if it’s irritating the inside of your mouth. Use an ice pack if there’s any swelling or discomfort.

Cracked Tooth

Very Sensitive Teeth

Knocked-Out Tooth

Call us immediately; there’s a very limited window of opportunity to try and replant the tooth. When you recover the tooth, only touch the end used for chewing. Rinse off any debris before putting the tooth back in its socket. You can also preserve a lost tooth by placing it in a container of milk or saltwater.

Lost Filling or Crown

Pick up the restoration and run it under some water. Then try to put it back on the tooth in question. A small amount of toothpaste can be used to temporarily hold a crown in place. If the tooth remains exposed, apply clove oil to the area to reduce sensitivity. Do not bite or chew with the tooth in question until the restoration has been repaired or replaced.

Broken Denture

Loose Permanent Tooth

Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Jaw Pain

Schedule an appointment so that we can determine whether the pain is being caused by a TMJ disorder. Eat soft foods to avoid overuse of the jaw muscles. Avoid sticky or chewy foods for the time being. Apply moist heat or ice to the side of your face in 10-minute intervals. An over-the-counter pain reliever can help to temporarily reduce discomfort. 

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Something Stuck Between the Teeth

Preventing Dental Emergencies

Man looking at damaged smile before emergency dentistry treatment

You can protect your smile by taking some very basic steps. Get a mouthguard to protect your teeth while playing sports. Do not bite down on hard objects or use your teeth to open packages and bottles. Brush and floss at least two times every day to remove harmful bacteria and keep the enamel resistant to decay and damage. And of course, come to our dental office every six months so that we can catch small dental problems early.

The Cost of Dental Emergencies

Father and daughter brushing teeth together to avoid dental emergencies

The cost of your care will vary based on the nature of the emergency in question. Different situations will call for different treatments, and this affects the amount you end up paying. Before we move forward with any sort of treatment, we’ll make sure that you’re aware of the costs involved, and we’ll review all your options with you so that you can make a proper decision. This will help you avoid unpleasant surprises when it comes time to pay.

Root Canals

Animated tooth showing inside before root canal therapy

If you are experiencing irritation, pain, or swelling in a specific tooth, you may need root canal therapy. During a root canal, we remove the nerve and pulp, smooth the tooth’s interior, and fill the area with a special material. A crown is usually added to ensure continued protection.

Tooth Extractions

Animated smile showing damaged teeth prior to tooth extractions

Sometimes, other restorative dentistry options aren’t viable. Maybe you have impacted wisdom teeth or extensively damaged teeth that cannot be saved by other means. In either case, we will remove the affected teeth to prevent further infections.

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