It's our instinct to turn to either our regular doctor or to an emergency room in the case of any type of medical emergency, and while we still want to visit these in many situations, when it comes to dental emergencies our Bakersfield, CA, dentist may be the place to go. It's where our doctor will refer us if we go in there looking for help with a toothache or a lost tooth. For these and many other dental emergencies, and even for help preventing them, we can reach out to Dr. Mazi Ghalambor of New Image Dentistry.
Pain
Pain anywhere in our mouth is cause for concern and our dentist may be able to help with many of these situations. One of the most common reasons many of us end up making our way into our dentist's office is because of a toothache. Ideally, we would not wait this long to do so, but things are not always ideal. However, seeking treatment immediately after experiencing a toothache can save us from much more severe, and painful, consequences.
Damaged Tooth
When a tooth becomes chipped or cracked or in any other way damaged, even if it's not very painful, it should still be seen by our dentist. If the damage is minor and treated in time, the tooth can often be reshaped with bonding, a fairly simple treatment that produces results in the same day.
Damaged Restoration
Restoration refers to a crown, a veneer, a filling, or any other type of treatment used on our teeth to protect them from further damage or decay. Just as when one of our natural teeth becomes damaged, a damaged restoration should be treated promptly to avoid more severe complications.
Knocked-Out Tooth
In many instances, if we act quickly and with care, a knocked-out tooth can be successfully put back into its socket. We must be careful handling the tooth so as to not damage the nerves or any tissue present at the root of the tooth. It can be transported in a container with milk or even saliva, it's key that we do not allow the tooth to become dry.
Emergency Dentist in Bakersfield, CA
Listed above are only a few examples of dental emergencies for which our Bakersfield, CA, emergency dentist is better suited. Emergencies that threaten our overall health and for which time is a factor should still be taken into the ER, but you should still make a call into the office for help and guidance. Contact Dr. Ghalambor of New Image Dentistry by dialing (661) 238-0148.