{"id":12,"date":"2018-08-23T14:19:55","date_gmt":"2018-08-23T14:19:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/?p=12"},"modified":"2018-08-23T14:19:55","modified_gmt":"2018-08-23T14:19:55","slug":"emergency-dentist-in-woodstock","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/emergency-dentist-in-woodstock\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Out of Pain Fast With an Emergency Dentist in Woodstock!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-13\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/AdobeStock_75049997-11-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"A tooth next to a first-aid kit\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/AdobeStock_75049997-11-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/AdobeStock_75049997-11-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/AdobeStock_75049997-11-1024x768.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>In life, there are good surprises and bad surprises. Unfortunately, dental emergencies always fall into the latter category! Whether it\u2019s a toothache or a broken filling, the uncertainty of how to deal with sudden pain is never a fun experience. In this blog, you\u2019ll learn how to recognize and handle some of the most common dental emergencies. And don\u2019t forget &#8211; good care from an emergency dentist in Woodstock is never more than a phone call away. Whether it\u2019s simply getting the advice you need or scheduling the next available appointment, you can rest assured that you\u2019ll be out of pain as soon as possible!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>How Should You Handle a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n<p>The first step is recognizing when you\u2019re truly having a dental emergency. Signs of an emergency include severe pain, bleeding or swelling, or when you suspect something is broken. Having said that, when in doubt &#8211; don\u2019t hesitate to call a dentist!<\/p>\n<p>As for immediate care, here are some tips for common emergencies:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Broken tooth or filling<\/strong> &#8211; If a tooth or filling has chipped, put any large pieces in a small plastic bag and rinse out your mouth with lukewarm water. If necessary, you can use dental wax from the store to cover a sharp or broken edge until you can be seen.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toothache, abscess or swelling &#8211;<\/strong> Any of these symptoms can indicate an infection, which requires immediate treatment because it can spread to other areas of the body and become dangerous. Swish with lukewarm salt water every 3-5 hours until your appointment and take over-the-counter pain medication as directed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Broken jaw <\/strong>\u2013 This is one emergency that requires medical attention from the nearest hospital emergency room. Once you\u2019ve been stabilized, call an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/emergency-exam-49.html\">emergency dentist in Towne Lake<\/a> for any dental restorative needs you may have.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Knocked-out tooth<\/strong> \u2013 For a knocked-out tooth, time is of the essence! The best chance of saving your tooth is being seen within one hour. Start by gently rinsing it off (holding it only by the crown, not the root) and place it back in its socket, facing the right way. If this isn\u2019t possible, put the tooth in a glass of milk. As a last resort, you can hold the tooth in your cheek pouch or in a glass of water. It\u2019s crucial that the tooth stays moist until your appointment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Dental emergencies are incredibly alarming. But rest assured that you\u2019ll get great care from an emergency dentist who will get you out of pain as fast as possible!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Haren Patel<\/a> is a general and emergency dentist in Woodstock who provides outstanding emergency care. He always leaves room in his schedule so he can quickly accommodate his patients who are in pain. In addition, he offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/emergency-exam-49.html\">$49 emergency exam<\/a>, which includes an exam, any necessary X-rays and a consultation for new patients. If you\u2019re in an emergency dental situation and have any questions, he can be reached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dreamdentalwoodstock.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (770) 592-7000.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In life, there are good surprises and bad surprises. 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