It happens when you least expect it – a dental emergency. The best way to handle a dental emergency is to have a plan of action should one occur.
What is Emergency Dentistry?
Emergency dentistry is the practice of efficient and effective dental procedures and protocol to save a tooth or smile in an emergency situation. This requires clear-headed thinking and fast action, as well as having an office that is equipped to perform the common procedures associated with emergency dentistry.
Common Dental Emergencies
- Avulsed, or knocked-out, tooth
- Abscessed tooth
- Chronic pain
How to Handle a Dental Emergency
The first step to handline a dental emergency is staying calm. From there, only pick up a knocked-out tooth by the crown – not the soft, root. Call our office immediately. If you are uncertain whether you should go to the emergency room rather than a dentist, call 9-1-1.
Do You Need Emergency Dentistry in Jacksonville Florida?
If you need emergency dentistry in Jacksonville Florida, do not wait to contact our office at Alani Dental. And, if need be, call 9-1-1.