Your Phoenix Emergency Dentist
Emergency Dentist vs. 911 – Who Should I Call?
There are a few situations in which you should call 911 or head directly to the nearest emergency room instead of calling an emergency dentist.
You should seek medical treatment in an emergency room if you:
- If you have a tooth abscess and have trouble breathing or swallowing
- Have a jaw fracture
- Have severely lacerated soft tissues in your mouth or on your face
In many cases, the emergency room doctors can stabilize your condition quickly and you can continue your treatment with us.
Not Sure If It’s A Serious Dental Injury? Play It Safe!
Many of our emergency dental patients wondered about calling us before they were seen, especially if it was after hours or on the weekend. We always encourage erring on the side of safety. A prompt examination can make the difference between an urgent but treatable condition and one that could leave permanent damage.
As your Phoenix emergency dentist, we treat these conditions and more:
- Knocked-out teeth
- Cracked or broken teeth
- Loose tooth
- Gum/tongue/cheek injuries
- Lost fillings or crowns
- Severely infected or abscessed teeth
- Severe toothache pain
Two common causes of dental injuries requiring an emergency dentist are sports/fitness activities and car accidents. The American Dental Association reports that the number one cause of adult tooth damage is playing sports. Traumatic dental injury spans all types of athletics, including individual non-contact sports such as hiking and cycling.
Car accidents are the other leading cause of tooth injury. While the enamel on your teeth is strong, it may not be strong enough to prevent your tooth from breaking when colliding with the steering wheel. Head to an ER to be checked out after even a minor car accident, then call our office for emergency dental treatment.
Emergency Dental Visits Can Keep Money In Your Pocket
“99% of dental related emergency room trips could have been handled by an emergency dental office for a fraction of the cost.”
– Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Statistical Brief, Nov. 2012
Referrals From General Dentists
Many calls from patients come after consultation with their general dentist. General dentists rely on emergency dentists like Phoenix Endodontic Group to assist patients who need immediate treatment for serious conditions. The additional training that endodontists receive focuses on diagnosing tooth pain, performing root canal treatment and other procedures related to the interior of the tooth. Endodontic offices also have advanced tools and technology that can make diagnosis easier and treatment of emergency conditions faster and more effective. In many cases, we can save your diseased or injured natural tooth with speedy endodontic treatment.
Don’t Wait For The Pain To Get Worse! – Call Your Phoenix Emergency Dentist Right Away!
At Phoenix Endodontic Group, our number one goal is to keep our patients comfortable and free from dental injury or pain. We understand dental emergencies are unplanned and never happen at a “convenient” time. If your tooth has been damaged or you are in pain, call 602-242-4745 so that we can schedule your appointment and treat the issue quickly. Our team will see you as soon as possible to ensure you get the necessary treatment right away.