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A dental emergency is any situation that requires immediate dental treatment to save a tooth, stop the pain, treat an infection, or control bleeding in the mouth. Our Peachtree Corners dental emergency team is here to help when you need us the most.

A few common symptoms of a tooth infection include:

• Constant toothache
• Lingering tooth sensitivity
• Sore and sensitive jawbone
• Swelling in the jaw or mouth

A toothache or other dental issue doesn’t always mean you need an extraction. Our dentist will conduct a high-tech examination, including X-rays, to understand what’s happening in your mouth. We’ll find exactly the treatment you need — whether that’s a filling, crown, root canal, gum disease treatment, extraction, or something else!

An urgent dental situation is one that requires immediate attention. These situations are more severe than a regular dental issue, such as minor toothache pain or a cavity that hasn't yet reached the advanced stage.

Some examples of urgent dental issues include:

• Severe toothache pain
• A knocked-out tooth or loose crown
• Serious oral bleeding that can't be controlled with pressure
• A broken jaw
• Trauma to the face or mouth
• Uncontrollable swelling in the mouth or face
• Abscess near the gum line
• Swelling around the tooth
• Extreme sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures on one side of the mouth
• Difficulty opening the mouth
• Trouble breathing

If you experience any of these issues, you should seek immediate medical attention from an emergency dentist.

If your tooth gets knocked out, you should call the dentist right away. If a tooth has been knocked out due to trauma or an accident, it's important to see your dentist immediately. The nerves and blood vessels in your teeth can be damaged if the tooth isn't placed back in its socket within 30 minutes. The dentist might also choose to replace the tooth with a temporary crown until a permanent one can be placed.

Never try to force your tooth back into the socket yourself. You can see a general dentist for an emergency exam or go to an oral surgeon who specializes in treating oral injuries. They will be able to place a dental implant into the socket to give you a natural-looking replacement tooth.

If the damage is severe, the oral surgeon might need to clip the tooth into pieces so it can be removed. This will prevent an infection from developing at the site of the injury. It will also preserve the bone structure in your jaw so that another implant can be placed in the future.

If you're experiencing pain, take an over-the-counter pain reliever until you see the dentist. Sometimes there can be more damage than you initially realize. Having it checked will give you peace of mind and ensure that you receive the proper treatment.

Talk to our dentist about what you should do if your teeth are knocked out in an accident. They can talk to you about your options and provide you with referrals if necessary. A broken or chipped tooth can often be repaired with a dental crown, but sometimes the damage is too extensive for restoration to work. This is why it's important to talk to our dentist as soon as possible.

If you have a severe toothache, call a dentist or endodontist immediately. Tooth pain can be a sign of decay, infection, gum disease, or another issue that needs attention as soon as possible. If you experience tooth pain, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean it out and take any medication as prescribed by the doctor. Then, call our office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Treating the issue quickly can help save your tooth from further damage. Sometimes, you may need a root canal treatment which can save the tooth and prevent the need for extraction.