You're enjoying lunch with a friend when the unthinkable happens. The crown on your front tooth comes off, exposing your remaining tooth structure underneath. Not only is this embarrassing because of how your smile looks, but it's also dangerous for your exposed tooth structure. Lunch comes to an immediate halt as you figure out what to do about your dental …
A dental emergency never checks your calendar first. It shows up during a Saturday cookout, before an LSU tailgate, or right when you’re headed out for dinner in Baton Rouge. One minute life feels normal, the next you’re holding your jaw and wondering what happened.
At Palm Family Dentistry, I help patients in Prairieville and Baton Rouge get fast, compassionate …
Dental emergencies come in many forms. We’re looking here at the signs that someone is dealing with a dental emergency and what they should do.
Most instances of oral pain do not constitute true “dental emergencies.” However, if dental issues are left untreated, even fairly minor discomfort can pose serious health risks so it is …
For those who've experienced a severe toothache, few other kinds of pain are more debilitating and as disruptive in every facet of life.
For example, tooth pain may shatter your concentration, hurting your performance at home or work. But a more pronounced issue may be your inability to eat because chewing hurts too much. It's easy to see how quickly …
Dental emergencies happen at the most inconvenient times. That's why it's essential to establish a relationship with a Prairieville dentist you can trust. Then, if a dental emergency arises, you'll know exactly who to call.
Here are some common signs and symptoms that indicate it may be time to visit your emergency dentist in Prairieville.
Swelling of your …
Chipping or breaking your tooth can cause concern due to the discomfort it can create. It may also be embarrassing, especially if it happens to a tooth within your smile line that people will see. The good news is that you can contact your emergency dentist, and there are multiple possible solutions for your smile, depending on your needs. Here …
There are all types of dental emergencies, and our emergency dentist has experience in these situations.
Dental emergencies may include:
However, the most frightening dental emergency is probably having your tooth knocked out. Many believe that this means their tooth is lost forever—that they’ll have a permanent gap in their …
You have a mild toothache, a lost dental filling, or a broken tooth, but you’re not sure if it’s urgent, and you don’t want to bother your dentist if it isn't.
You should know that your dentist shares your concerns, and if it’s a problem for you, they want to know about it. So even if you’re not sure you …
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