Emergency Dentist – Dublin, CA

Experiencing Dental Pain? Give Us a Call!

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Do you know who to call when faced with a sudden dental injury? Our team at Waterford Dental Group wants you to find comfort in knowing that we offer 24/7 assistance and are ready to help you find relief from the pain. By calling our office and alerting us to your situation, we can begin to identify a time that you can come in for treatment. Our Dublin emergency dentists and team will work quickly to establish a plan so that you no longer feel any pain while ensuring you leave with a damage-free smile.

 

Why Choose Waterford Dental Group for Emergency Dentistry?

  • 24/7 Emergency Dental Care Available
  • Your Dental Insurance is Welcome
  • Trustworthy & Compassionate Dental Team

 

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

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  • Call to Schedule an Appointment: Our team will immediately schedule a time for you to come in for treatment. We know you don’t want to wait to get the help you need, which is why we will do our best to get you in the same day.
  • Emergency Exam: We will need to take digital scans and images of your mouth to identify the problem area. Once we look at the existing problem and perform a visual examination, we can begin to make decisions about treatment.
  • Review Findings: Before crafting a treatment plan, we will need to analyze our findings. This will ensure that we choose the appropriate treatment option(s) to fix and improve your smile.
  • Get the Care You Deserve: Getting you out of pain is our priority, so once we accomplish this, we will begin to address the root of the problem and enhance the function and look of your smile.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

There are many common dental emergencies, most of which we can treat in-house. From toothaches and chipped teeth to lost dental fillings, jaw pain, and knocked-out teeth, we are equipped with advanced technologies to provide timely care when you need it most. To get a better idea of what we offer, review the list provided below and call us with any questions.

Toothaches  

Is My Toothache a Dental Emergency? That depends! For example, if you’ve been dealing with a dull, persistent throbbing or sharp, stabbing pain for 24+ hours, then you should absolutely schedule an emergency exam. If that’s not the case, scheduling an appointment before the end of the week should suffice.

How You Should Handle a Toothache Between now and your visit, don’t chew on that side of your mouth, avoid crunchy foods, and rinse your mouth periodically with warm saltwater. You can also use a cold compress and take OTC pain medication as directed to help alleviate any discomfort you’re experiencing in the short term.

How We Treat Toothaches Oftentimes, a toothache can be treated with a dental filling or crown. There are some cases when a root canal is needed instead. If that’s the case, don’t worry – we will numb your mouth thoroughly beforehand to ensure you don’t feel any pain while we work to restore your tooth.

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Chipped Teeth  

Is a Chipped Tooth a Dental Emergency? Not usually. With that said, there are some cases when a chipped tooth does warrant an emergency visit, including if the break is so extensive that you’re experiencing considerable sensitivity or discomfort.

How You Should Handle a Chipped Tooth After gently rinsing your mouth with clean, room-temperature water, we recommend covering the sharp edge of your tooth with some dental wax or sugar-free gum. Not only will this help prevent sensitivity, but it will also protect the soft tissue in your mouth from being cut.

How We Treat Chipped Teeth There are several treatments that can restore the missing structure, including direct bonding and veneers. Ultimately, the one that’s best for you will depend on the type of tooth, the severity of the damage, and your budget. Rest assured, we will share our recommendations and help you make a decision during your visit.

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Cracked Tooth  

Is a Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency? If you have a cracked tooth in Dublin, you should call us ASAP to schedule an emergency appointment. That way, we can quickly alleviate any pain you’re experiencing and provide the necessary restorative care before it breaks even further.

How You Should Handle a Cracked Tooth There are a few steps we recommend taking in addition to calling our office, starting with rinsing your mouth gently with clean, room-temperature water. You also shouldn’t touch the tooth with your finger or place any pressure on it.

How We Treat Cracked Teeth Sometimes, a cracked tooth can be protected with a dental crown. Other times, the damage is so extensive that we need to extract it. If that’s the case, we will also have a custom dental bridge or implant made so you have a complete smile and a strong bite again.

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Very Sensitive Teeth

Knocked-Out Tooth

Lost Filling or Crown

Broken Denture

Loose Permanent Tooth

Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Jaw Pain

Something Stuck Between the Teeth

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

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You will need to meet with one of our qualified dentists before learning how much you can expect your dental emergency to cost. Each case is different, so it requires that we consider various factors before determining how best to deliver treatment and the expected cost it will incur. You can remain confident, though, that our team will identify ways to maximize your dental benefits and help you save.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

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Preventing a dental emergency is far better than waiting for one to occur. While it is true that certain instances cannot always be avoided (i.e., a hard hit or sudden fall), there are steps you can take to lower your risk and keep your smile intact:

  • Stay on top of your oral hygiene routine in the morning and at night.
  • Continue to see your dentist at Waterford Dental Group every six months for dental checkups and teeth cleanings.
  • Eat nutritious, healthy foods that do not consist heavily of sugars and starches.
  • Wear appropriate mouth protection to avoid damaged teeth during a game or while you sleep if you struggle with bruxism.
  • Never use your teeth as tools.
  • Give up unhealthy habits that can damage your smile, such as smoking, eating ice, chewing on inanimate objects, and biting your fingernails.

 

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