What is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any situation that involves pain or discomfort in the teeth, gum tissue or surrounding bone and jaw joints. If you are experiencing pain from a sudden or a lingering toothache, fracture or knock-out tooth, or have been involved in an accident that involves your teeth and/or jaw should be treated by a dentist immediately.
The Cochrane Dental Centre Team accommodates emergency dental patients by reserving time in our daily schedule specifically for dental emergencies. We are also pleased to accommodate both existing and new patients who are unable to see their regular dentist in a timely manner. To help you before you arrive at our Cochrane Dental Centre office, we will offer our assistance over the phone to advise you on how to remain as comfortable as possible until you are able to be seen at our Cochrane Dental Centre Office.
If you are experiencing any of the following, please contact our office immediately for assistance:
- Knocked out tooth or teeth
- Chipped, cracked or broken teeth
- Injuries to the soft tissues such as biting your lip or tongue
- Loose teeth
- An infection of the teeth or gums that is not controlled with over-the-counter pain medications
- Broken or damaged restoration such as a dental crown, filling, or dental bridge
- Pain and/or discomfort after recent dental treatment
- Jaw pain could be an early sign of a heart attack. If you suspect you are having a heart attack, call 911 immediately.
