Contact an emergency dentist immediately if you knock out a tooth or bite your tongue, and it won’t stop bleeding. Prompt treatment can prevent the problem from worsening and preserve your oral health. At Newport Smile Studio in Newport Beach, California, Abrak Etemad, DMD, provides same-day emergency dentistry services. Call Newport Smile Studio in Orange County today to schedule an appointment, book your visit online, or walk into the office during business hours.
Seeing an emergency dentist like Dr. Etemad is crucial if you or a loved one suffers a dental emergency. Dental emergencies include:
You should also see an emergency dentist if you damage or lose a dental restoration, such as a crown, bridge, or dental implant.
If you experience a dental emergency during normal business hours, stay calm and contact Newport Smile Studio immediately. Dr. Etemad makes time for emergency dentistry appointments daily, so she may be able to get you in right away.
When you call the office, explain your symptoms and the events leading up to the injury. The support staff can make recommendations to prevent the issue from worsening while you wait.
If you suffer a dental emergency outside of business hours, contact Newport Smile Studio at (949) 264-9388 and leave a message. Someone from the office will call you the same evening and provide you with prompt, effective care.
Dental emergencies vary from person to person. Here’s a look at three common emergency scenarios with instructions on how to act.
If one of your permanent teeth is knocked out, carefully pick it up by the crown and rinse it off with water. Try to put the tooth back in its socket, but if that’s not possible, place it inside a glass of milk (or saliva if you don’t have milk). Do not put the tooth in water or let it dry out. Then, call Dr. Etemad or walk into the office during business hours.
If one of your teeth becomes loose or partially dislodged, apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and take an over-the-counter pain medication. Then, call Dr. Etemad or walk into the office during business hours.
If you damage a dental restoration like a crown or bridge, collect the pieces and place them inside a piece of foil or a plastic sandwich bag. Then, call Dr. Etemad or walk into the office during business hours.
Call Newport Smile Studio today if you need an emergency dentist or walk into the office for immediate care.