Emergency Dentistry
Quick and Careful Emergency Dentistry in Bourbon, IN
Nobody plans for an accident. That’s why they are called accidents. If you’ve experienced a traumatic issue that damaged your teeth, you want care as soon as possible. If you have cracked, chipped, or even dislodged your tooth, we know how uncomfortable and scary that can be. Bourbon Family Dentistry will get you in our office and cater to your needs as fast as we’re able. We offer same-day appointments to help you deal with your painful situation. Our caring and professional staff loves going out of their way to take care of you when you need us most. Whatever procedure you may need, you can find solace in our office. Call ahead or come into our care today. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency or have other, more serious injuries other than your mouth, please visit an emergency medical center.
Fast and Reliable Treatment
Just simply eating a meal or tripping on the sidewalk can put you in immense oral pain. No matter what happened or how embarrassed you may be, we’ll take care of you. You or your loved ones deserve fast and effective attention to ease your pain and begin the repair process. It’s essential to treat emergency dental problems as quickly as possible to both dissipate the pain and prevent further complications. If left untreated, oral issues can cause a litany of problems down the line. They can cause permanent damage to your mouth, teeth, and overall health. We offer emergency care that includes the following:
Root Canal Therapy
Cracks, decay, and other damage to your teeth can expose the roots and soft tissue to bacteria and lead to an infection. Our caring team removes the infected tissue, cleans out the canals and chamber, and seals the tooth to prevent further infection. It’s essential to treat an infected tooth with root canal therapy as soon as possible to avoid additional dental damage, including developing an abscess and tooth loss.
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Broken, Fractured, or Missing Teeth
When a tooth cracks or breaks, it can often be saved with quick action, but it cannot be treated at home. Some tooth breaks can cause exposed nerves, putting you in serious pain. But even if you don’t feel pain, you still need to see a dentist as soon as possible. In the interim, rinse your mouth with warm water and apply gauze to any bleeding areas until the bleeding stops.
You can also use a cold pack on your cheeks or lips, covering the injured tooth to reduce swelling and lessen the pain. If your tooth was completely knocked out, try to keep it moist at all times by placing it in a milk, saline, or saliva solution until you’re able to get to our office.
Extractions
If you have a tooth that’s incurred decay or damage too substantial to repair, our dental staff may have to extract it. The process of extracting a tooth helps to protect the rest of your mouth from experiencing issues, as well, and it relieves the discomfort of a severely damaged tooth. At our practice, we only perform a tooth extraction when repair is not an option. During the procedure, our team will make sure you’re as comfortable as possible. We will also help you choose a replacement solution that suits your needs.
Severe Tooth Pain
Severe tooth pain can be caused by a variety of factors, some of which can be very serious. This can be an indicator of gum disease or a severe abscess. In these cases, it’s best to play it on the safe side. A toothache this severe often requires root canal therapy to clean out the infection. Sometimes, however, the tooth may be too far gone to save. In these cases, we perform an extraction to relieve the pain, and then we can discuss the dental implant that’s right for you.
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
A severe dental injury can occur at any time, which is why we’re available to help. We provide same-day emergency appointments so you can get treatment right when you need it. Acting quickly can mean the difference between a simple tooth replantation and needing an implant.
Emergency dentistry is available during office hours only.
Other Causes for Dental Emergencies
Spontaneous accidents aren’t the only things that cause dental emergencies. We operate on a wide range of causes for action, including lingering oral problems, growing infections, nerve damage, and others. If you haven’t been properly taking care of your oral health, small issues can evolve into painful and dangerous infections that culminate in a need for us to intervene. A toothache isn’t a sign of your mouth being fine and healthy. If you’ve been noticing soreness, pain, or anything else making your teeth and mouth uncomfortable, don’t hesitate to give us a call and schedule an appointment. Reach out to our office by calling 574-342-4385 at your earliest convenience!