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Toothache
A toothache can be a serious problem and may be indicative of bigger dental health related issues. In most instances your dental care provider will examine your mouth thoroughly to discover the source of the toothache. Note that the treatment required for a toothache can vary substantially based on the underlying cause. For example, if the toothache is caused by a cavity, a filling or extraction may be required. In other instances, a root canal might be the best remedy. Keep in mind that a root canal is most appropriate for a condition where the tooth nerve and pulp have become infected. Tooth pain is usually identified by constant, throbbing sharp pain. In other cases, changes in temperature as well as changes in pressure may cause the pain associated with a toothache. Talk with your dentist in Petaluma for more information on toothaches and other dental health related issues.
Lost Filling or Crown
There are a number of reasons why an individual might lose a filling or crown. Everything from injury as a result of trauma to the mouth or a filling or crown simply becoming old and falling out can be the reason. In addition, underlying tooth decay may cause a filling or crown to become loose and separate from the tooth. Any time a filling or crown is lost it is important to schedule appointment with your dental care provider as soon as possible. While it is not considered a dental emergency, there could be minor to severe pain as well as sensitivity to pressure and temperature. While the pain associated with a lost filling or crown can be quite troubling, the good news is that your dental care provider can offer quick remedy to correct the problem. Contact your Petaluma dentist today for more information.
Chipped Tooth
A chipped tooth can occur for a number of reasons. This includes everything from injury as a result of an automobile or sporting accident as well as even simply falling down. In addition, chewing on hard candy or ice or other hard substances can result in chipped teeth. Also, those who grind their teeth at night may end up experiencing a tooth that becomes chipped. Any time an individual feels an irritation or jagged surface on a tooth there may be a chip. If there is pain or pressure on the tooth when biting this may also indicate the possibility of a tooth that has been damaged. The good news is that chipped teeth can be repaired by your dental care provider. To learn more about the options available in this regard contact your Petaluma dentist today.
Knocked-out Tooth
A knocked-out tooth is sometimes referred to as an avulsed tooth. There are a number of reasons why a tooth might become dislodged or knocked out. For example, an automobile accident or even an injury resulting from a physical contact sport can easily cause a tooth to become dislodged. Fortunately, if quick action is taken once a tooth has been knocked out it can actually serve to save the tooth. Simply placing the tooth back into the socket and getting to dental emergency services as quick as possible can prove to be quite successful in restoring a dislodged tooth. Generally speaking, if a tooth is replaced in the socket in less than 30 minutes from being dislodged there is a good chance that the tooth can be saved.
Keep the Tooth in a Glass of Milk
Even if the tooth cannot be placed back into the socket it is important to keep it inside your cheek and make your way to emergency dental services as quickly as possible. This helps to keep the tooth in its natural environment. In a case where this is not possible it may even be best to keep the tooth in a glass of milk. Seeking emergency dental treatment immediately is also the key to successfully saving a tooth. If a tooth becomes knocked out during a time when a dental office is not open it may be necessary to contact a dental care facility on their emergency line. To learn more about emergency dental care and overall dental health contact your dentist in Petaluma today.
Abscess
When the tip of the root of a tooth becomes inflamed and infected this is known as a tooth abscess. This is a serious concern because the pocket of pus that results from a tooth abscess typically contains large amounts of bacterial laden infection. Abscesses can occur throughout the mouth with different teeth at any time. Fortunately, there is treatment for this type of dental problem. The main focus of dealing with an abscessed tooth is that of cleaning out the infection and eliminating the pain. Your dental care provider will take x-rays to determine the cause of the abscess. You may believe that you have an abscessed tooth if you have severe pain, persistent toothache or pain that radiates throughout the jawbone. In addition, if a tooth is sensitive to hot and cold or pressure there may be an abscess. Contact your dentist in Petaluma for more information.
Toothaches
A toothache can be a serious problem and may be indicative of bigger dental health related issues. In most instances your dental care provider will examine your mouth thoroughly to discover the source of the toothache. Note that the treatment required for a toothache can vary substantially based on the underlying cause. For example, if the toothache is caused by a cavity, a filling or extraction may be required. In other instances, a root canal might be the best remedy. Keep in mind that a root canal is most appropriate for a condition where the tooth nerve and pulp have become infected. Tooth pain is usually identified by constant, throbbing sharp pain. In other cases, changes in temperature as well as changes in pressure may cause the pain associated with a toothache. Talk with your dentist in Petaluma for more information on toothaches and other dental health related issues.
Lost Filling or Crown
There are a number of reasons why an individual might lose a filling or crown. Everything from injury as a result of trauma to the mouth or a filling or crown simply becoming old and falling out can be the reason. In addition, underlying tooth decay may cause a filling or crown to become loose and separate from the tooth. Any time a filling or crown is lost it is important to schedule appointment with your dental care provider as soon as possible. While it is not considered a dental emergency, there could be minor to severe pain as well as sensitivity to pressure and temperature. While the pain associated with a lost filling or crown can be quite troubling, the good news is that your dental care provider can offer quick remedy to correct the problem. Contact your Petaluma dentist today for more information.
Chipped Tooth
A chipped tooth can occur for a number of reasons. This includes everything from injury as a result of an automobile or sporting accident as well as even simply falling down. In addition, chewing on hard candy or ice or other hard substances can result in chipped teeth. Also, those who grind their teeth at night may end up experiencing a tooth that becomes chipped. Any time an individual feels an irritation or jagged surface on a tooth there may be a chip. If there is pain or pressure on the tooth when biting this may also indicate the possibility of a tooth that has been damaged. The good news is that chipped teeth can be repaired by your dental care provider. To learn more about the options available in this regard contact your Petaluma dentist today.
Knocked-out Tooth
A knocked-out tooth is sometimes referred to as an avulsed tooth. There are a number of reasons why a tooth might become dislodged or knocked out. For example, an automobile accident or even an injury resulting from a physical contact sport can easily cause a tooth to become dislodged. Fortunately, if quick action is taken once a tooth has been knocked out it can actually serve to save the tooth. Simply placing the tooth back into the socket and getting to dental emergency services as quick as possible can prove to be quite successful in restoring a dislodged tooth. Generally speaking, if a tooth is replaced in the socket in less than 30 minutes from being dislodged there is a good chance that the tooth can be saved.
Keep the Tooth in a Glass of Milk
Even if the tooth cannot be placed back into the socket it is important to keep it inside your cheek and make your way to emergency dental services as quickly as possible. This helps to keep the tooth in its natural environment. In a case where this is not possible it may even be best to keep the tooth in a glass of milk. Seeking emergency dental treatment immediately is also the key to successfully saving a tooth. If a tooth becomes knocked out during a time when a dental office is not open it may be necessary to contact a dental care facility on their emergency line. To learn more about emergency dental care and overall dental health contact your dentist in Petaluma today.
Abscess
When the tip of the root of a tooth becomes inflamed and infected this is known as a tooth abscess. This is a serious concern because the pocket of pus that results from a tooth abscess typically contains large amounts of bacterial laden infection. Abscesses can occur throughout the mouth with different teeth at any time. Fortunately, there is treatment for this type of dental problem. The main focus of dealing with an abscessed tooth is that of cleaning out the infection and eliminating the pain. Your dental care provider will take x-rays to determine the cause of the abscess. You may believe that you have an abscessed tooth if you have severe pain, persistent toothache or pain that radiates throughout the jawbone. In addition, if a tooth is sensitive to hot and cold or pressure there may be an abscess. Contact your dentist in Petaluma for more information.