Emergency Dentistry in Hagerstown, MD
Emergency Dental Care for Quick, Lasting Relief
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What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency?
Broken, Chipped, or Cracked Tooth
Immediate Action
Treatment Options
Bonding, veneers, crowns, or implants (depending on severity).
Toothache or Oral Pain
Possible Reasons
Decay, infection, or trauma.
When to Seek Help
Pain lasting more than 1-2 days, swelling, fever, or persistent throbbing.
Lost Crown or Filling
Common Causes
Wear and tear, chewing hard foods, or decay under existing dental work.
Treatment
Re-cement crown, replace filling, or explore alternatives if needed.
Abscess or Inflammation
Signs & Symptoms
Severe pain, swelling, gum redness, bad taste in mouth, fever.
Why Immediate Treatment is Critical
Prevent the spread of infection to avoid more extensive dental treatment or health problems.
Knocked-Out Tooth
Immediate Action
Gently rinse the tooth if possible, keep the tooth moist (placing in milk is recommended).
Replacement Options
Tooth survival rate is low, so we typically offer replacement options such as dental implants or bridges.