A dental problem rarely picks a convenient time. You bite down on something hard and chip a tooth. You wake up with a toothache that wasn’t there yesterday. Your kid takes an elbow to the mouth during a soccer game. When something unexpected happens, knowing what to do next makes the whole thing feel less overwhelming.
Some concerns can wait for your next regular visit. Others need attention from your dentist right away.
When Should You Make an Emergency Appointment?
Pain is usually what gets people to pick up the phone, but it’s not the only reason to call. Anything that shows up suddenly, or starts getting in the way of eating, sleeping, or just going about your day, is worth mentioning to your dentist.
Reasons patients come in for an emergency visit:
- Severe or persistent toothache
- A chipped, cracked, broken, or knocked-out tooth
- Facial or gum swelling
- Bleeding that won’t settle
- A lost filling or crown
- Pain or sensitivity after an injury
- Swelling or throbbing that suggests infection
What Happens When You Come In?
It usually starts with a conversation. When did this begin? Was there an injury or accident involved? From there, our dentist examines the area and may take digital X-rays to see what’s happening beneath the surface.
Once we know more, we’ll walk you through what we found, what your options are, and what it costs. You decide what happens next, with all the information in front of you.
Don’t Put Off an Urgent Dental Concern
Hoping the discomfort goes away on its own isn’t really a plan. If something feels off, getting it looked at tells you what you’re actually dealing with, so you’re not guessing.
Aesthetic Mee Dental Surgery offers same-day emergency dental appointments for patients in Ashburton, with late-hour availability when appointments permit.
Have a dental concern that needs attention? Contact our friendly team today to request an emergency appointment.
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