Do you have a dental emergency?
Accidents happen when you least expect them and can leave you in a bind. If you find yourself dealing with a dental emergency, don’t fret. At Cottage Country Smiles Dentistry, we’ve got your back. Our skilled team will see you the same day you call for an appointment as soon as possible, so you can get back to a healthy, beautiful smile in no time at all. Your privacy is always protected.
In order to fulfill our mission of treating our patients as the most important people in our practice, we invest in the top-notch technology and training needed to provide the best quality service possible. Call our emergency dentist in Peterborough now!
Recognizing the Signs of a Dental Emergency
When you call us, you can find out if your problem requires immediate attention or it can wait. We are always honest with our patients about critical care because some issues don’t require intervention immediately, while other tooth or jaw situations require immediate intervention. When you or a family member need urgent dental care, there may be help just a phone call away.
1. PAIN
Extreme pain is a common sign of a dental emergency. Some problems suggest long-term damage if they are not dealt with. We want to help you manage the pain and address the problem causing it. One common aspect is an infection. This requires an antibiotic before further work can be done. In rare cases, an infection can get worse and become lifethreatening.
2. SWELLING OR BLEEDING
Painful swelling or uncontrolled gum bleeding are both important reasons to seek dental help. These problems won’t go away on their own and need some attention.
3. INJURY
An injured jaw may cause permanent problems if not addressed directly. A loose or knocked-out tooth may be saved if dental treatment is sought quickly. This is critical since your permanent teeth cannot grow replacements. A chipped tooth may be causing pain, especially if it includes a filling. Addressing this problem with a dentist quickly should save the tooth.
4. BROKEN TEETH OR DENTURES
Your crown has broken!
Your dental partial is loose.
An orthodontic bracket is causing discomfort.
5. Completely knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
If a tooth has been knocked out completely, place a cold compress near the injury to reduce swelling. Reach out to an emergency dentist for details.
6. Fractured tooth
If the tooth fracture is minor, it can be restored by our emergency dentist in Peterborough.
7. Fractured cusp/deep cavity causing pain
You may undergo severe pain if your molar tooth has been broken on one side or has a deep cavity. Applying eugenol-based adhesives can help soothe the nerve and prevent the tongue from getting abraded by the sharp edges.
Pediatric or Child Emergency Dentist
We take care of children and teenagers with extra care and patience. Our staff recognizes that dental care often scares children, especially in an emergency. We aim to provide a safe, anxiety-free zone for our younger patients.
If your child faces a dental emergency, call us as soon as possible. Here are a few tips on dealing with dental emergencies:
• Object caught between teeth
• If your child has caught something between their teeth, use dental floss to remove it gently. If you cannot remove the item with dental floss, call us.
• Chipped, broken or fractured tooth
• Rinse your child's mouth with warm water, then reduce the swelling using a cold compress. Try to place and save the broken tooth fragment. Connect with us immediately.
• Knocked-out tooth
• If your child has knocked their tooth, Contact us immediately and act quickly to save the tooth.
• Toothache
• When children complain of toothache, rinse their mouth with warm water and schedule an appointment with us.
Have a Dental Emergency?
Our reliable emergency dentist in Peterborough can help.
