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When Is It Time to See an Emergency Dentist?
Dental injuries can happen suddenly, disrupting your life and schedule. Having an emergency dentist can take the stress out of dental emergencies that may arise. In Vista, California, you can turn to Dr. Ryan Watkins from Dreamtime Dentistry for emergency dental care. We offer urgent care for toothache, fractured or broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, abscessed teeth, excessive gum bleeding, lost crown or filling, and other serious dental issues. Here are some frequently asked questions about emergency dental care.
When is it time to see an emergency dentist?
Your Vista emergency dentist should see severe injuries to your mouth or jaw. Dental trauma can occur anywhere – at home, work, school, on the road, or on the sports field. If trauma results in a broken or knocked-out tooth, you need emergency dental care. A severe toothache is another example of a condition that needs urgent care. Dr. Watkins will treat your pain and its cause to provide long-term relief.
Why should I see an emergency dentist?
Emergency dentists can provide immediate pain relief and prompt treatment to restore oral health. You don’t have to wait days or weeks for the urgent dental services you need. Prompt treatment will keep your condition in check to prevent further damage to your gums or teeth. With prompt care, Dr. Watkins may even be able to save a broken or abscessed tooth to preserve your smile.
Does emergency dental care hurt?
On the contrary, emergency dental care can bring pain to an end. Depending on the care you need, Dr. Watkins can use local anesthetic to keep you comfortable and pain-free during treatment. The fear of pain should never be a deterrent to receiving emergency care.
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How can I ease toothache pain while waiting to see my dentist?
Taking OTC pain medication, rinsing with warm salt water, and applying a cold compress to your cheek or jaw can all help ease toothache pain. However, these are just temporary measures to curtail your symptoms. Your best course of action is to see your emergency dentist without delay.
What do I do for a knocked-out tooth?
If you act quickly, Dr. Watkins may be able to replant a knocked-out tooth. If possible, retrieve your tooth by the crown (never touch the roots) and rinse it off with warm water. Then, place it back in its socket until you can see your emergency dentist. If the tooth won’t stay in the socket, put it in a milk container and come to our clinic immediately for treatment.
What can happen if I delay emergency dental treatment?
Putting off urgent care when needed can result in more serious dental issues. Your condition can worsen, leading to more costly treatment. You also run the risk of suffering irreparable damage to your gums or teeth, resulting in premature tooth loss.
Where can I find a reputable emergency dentist near me?
For all your emergency dental care needs, contact Dr. Ryan Watkins from Dreamtime Dentistry in Vista, CA, at (760) 274-0993.
Dr. Ryan Watkins
Diplomate of the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology | Fellow in Anesthesiology from American Dental Society of Anesthesiology | Active member of the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists
Dr. Ryan Watkins is a licensed dentist with specialized training in anesthesiology, blending expertise in general anesthesia and IV sedation within his private practice. A graduate of Loma Linda School of Dentistry in 2003, Dr. Watkins completed advanced anesthesiology training at Riverside County Regional Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center, and the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry Surgery Center for Dentistry. He has extensive experience including complex cases in endodontics, periodontics, dental implants, oral surgery, and pediatric dentistry. His experience and dedication to sedation dentistry ensure exceptional care, particularly for children and adults who benefit from his integrative approach.