Emergency Dental Care
Excellent Emergency Dental Care in North Myrtle Beach, SC
There is no need to endure dental pain because of an unavailable dental appointment. Our highly trained and experienced dental professionals are on standby for excellent emergency dental care. Our dentists at Carolina Dental Care take emergencies seriously and with very few exceptions will see you the day you call.
When to Seek Emergency Dental Care?
As a general rule, if you are not in pain, do not have bleeding in your mouth or do not have swelling gums or mouth, most likely you can schedule a regular dental appointment.
If, however, you are experiencing the following symptoms PLEASE call for emergency dental care.
- Severe tooth or mouth pain
- An accident caused loose teeth
- You have bleeding from the mouth
- You have swelling in the mouth or facial area
- You are experiencing swelling, knots or bulges on your gums
If you experience any of the above symptoms call Carolina Dental Care immediately at 8433-756-CARE
(2273)
Temporary Crown Comes Off
Temporary crowns are just that – temporary. A temporary crown can come loose or come out but this is usually not an emergency. If you do feel a temporary crown is loose or has come out, be careful not to swallow it. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to clear the area of any debris. The temporary crown can then be set back in place using Vaseline, toothpaste, or a very small amount of denture adhesive placed into the crown to put it back in place and to hold it there until you can see a dentist. Give us a call with any questions, and we will gladly help you with a loose temporary crown. Schedule your appointment within a few days after it has come loose so it can be properly re-cemented. If we already have you on the phone, we will set this appointment for you.
A Chipped or Fractured Tooth
A chipped tooth that does not hurt and is not bleeding can sometimes wait a few days before seeing a dentist. Give us a call, and we can advise you if immediate attention is necessary.
You should not delay seeking emergency dental care if a cracked tooth is more than superficial. A fractured tooth is serious and needs immediate emergency dental treatment to save the tooth.
After your accident and before you come to the office, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. If you can find any or all of the chipped pieces, clean them and bring them with you to your appointment. It may be possible to repair your chipped tooth with the natural pieces. Call 843-756-2273
as soon as possible for an emergency dental appointment or visit our main website.
Knocked-Out Tooth or Teeth
Try to remain calm if a permanent tooth has been knocked out. Call Carolina Dental Care for an emergency dental care appointment.
What to do if you lose a permanent tooth:
Wipe your tooth clean to remove dirt or foreign debris
If possible, place the tooth back in the socket holding it gently in place
Keep your tooth in a cup of saliva or milk to keep it from drying out
What NOT to do if you lose a permanent tooth:
Do not touch the root. Only handle the crown or chewing area of the tooth
Do not use soap or any other chemical to clean off your tooth
A knocked-out tooth is a dental emergency requiring urgent attention, so call Carolina Dental Care as soon as possible for the best possible care.
Emergency Root Canal
An abscessed tooth is a serious infection that can quickly spread to the rest of your body. Immediate emergency dental care is needed for an abscessed tooth. An emergency root canal may be performed by your dentist. In other situations, you may be referred to an endodontist to allow the abscess to drain before the root canal can be performed.
Call Carolina Dental Care to request a same-day emergency dental appointment. We will give you a proper diagnosis and begin treating your tooth abscess before it gets worse.
