When would I need an emergency dentist?

2022-02-03T16:54:38-07:00

A broken arm, chest pain, concussion, and difficulty breathing are all common reasons for visiting the emergency room. Most people know when a trip to the emergency room is necessary, but when to visit an emergency dentist can be a little ambiguous. For instance, what if you chip a tooth but it doesn’t hurt? What if you have a severe toothache that goes away with pain medication? These circumstances are common and most of the time a trip to the emergency dentist is necessary. Here are five of the most common dental emergencies: 1. Avulsed (knocked-out) tooth A knocked-out tooth is [...]