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Dentist in Fort Wayne, IN - What Is a Dental Emergency? Tuesday, March 3rd, 4:15 AM
Legacy Dental - Explains Dental Emergencies

FORT WAYNE, United States - March 1, 2020 / Legacy Dental /

Are you experiencing tooth pain from a cavity, a fracture or lost filling? If so, putting off seeing a dentist can do you more harm than not. In some cases, procrastinating can lead you to experience complications, including infection or increased damage to your tooth. It’s always better to see a dentist sooner rather than later in the event of a dental emergency - but how do you know what condition is more urgent than the other? Our dentist in Ft. Wayne, IN explains what constitutes an emergency – and what doesn’t. 

Matters of Emergency
If you have a fracture or broken tooth, it’s best to see our dentist as soon as possible. Whether it occurs from playing sports, a traumatic event, or just horsing around, a chipped, cracked or broken tooth is one of the most common emergencies that dentists see. 

Infections are never fun and even worse when it’s in your mouth. If you are experiencing any type of oral infection, it’s important that you see a dentist immediately, especially if your mouth begins to swell. An infection that makes it hard for you to breathe, swallow or sleep should not be overlooked or put off as it may lead to even bigger emergencies. Infections, like a dental abscess, can occur from an untreated cavity, old dental work, or some type of injury. Our dentist will drain the abscess and you might need a root canal or antibiotics. In more serious situations, the tooth may need to be pulled. 

Losing a dental crown or filling can also be very painful. If this happens, see our dentist as soon as possible as it can lead to further tooth decay or cause your tooth to shift. If you can’t get to a dentist right away, there are temporary over-the-counter dental fillings and orthodontic wax you can use. Avoid using the tooth and remember, that it is temporary and not a permanent fix. 

What About a Toothache? 
Having a toothache or suddenly having sensitive teeth are not necessarily dental emergencies but should not be ignored. Your oral and dental health greatly affects your overall health, so be sure to see our dentist twice a year, and call sooner rather than later in the event of a dental emergency.

Contact Our Dentist in Fort Wayne, IN - in the Event of a Dental Emergency!
To experience exceptional treatment from Legacy Dental, call our office in Fort Wayne at 260-408-6540 to schedule your Fort Wayne Dental Appointment. Our 5-star-rated dental team can help you find relief from your dental emergency and avoid further complications in the future!

https://www.legacydentalfortwayne.com/

Contact Information:

Legacy Dental

7215 ENGLE RD
FORT WAYNE, IN 46804
United States

Robert Ueber
https://www.legacydentalfortwayne.com

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