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Emergency Dentist Paramus

When You Need Endodontic Care Quickly

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Infected or cracked teeth, like a number of dental issues, have a tendency to get worse the longer they go ignored. If you need endodontic treatment, you should have it performed as soon as you can. Pick up your phone right away and call Endodontic Group of Paramus if your smile requires urgent care; we will strive to schedule a same-day emergency dentistry appointment in Paramus for you whenever we can, and we will work quickly to determine your best option for relief.

 

Why Choose Endodontic Group of Paramus for Emergency Dentistry?

  • Same-Day Emergency Appointments
  • Comfort is Always a Priority
  • State-of-the-Art Technology

What Types of Dental Emergencies Can an Endodontist Treat?

There are a variety of oral health issues that can potentially be considered dental emergencies. So how will you know if your particular emergency is one that requires an endodontist’s attention? Here are some examples of urgent issues that our team can help with:

  • Teeth that have been badly damaged to the point of being left susceptible to infection.
  • One or two teeth being especially sensitive to temperature, meaning they hurt when they touch hot or cold foods.
  • Tooth pain, especially if it seems to flare up whenever you bite down on something.

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

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When you call us for emergency dental care, our team will ask about the symptoms that you’re experiencing, give you tips for keeping your pain under control, and set up an appointment time for you. Once you get to our office, our team will take a close look at your tooth. Our goal will be to figure out whether a root canal treatment is the best option in your case. After we complete our examination, we’ll share our findings with you and give you our recommendations for treating the problem so that you can restore your oral health.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

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Some dental emergencies are more costly to treat than others. The nature of the emergency, how severe it is, and the type of treatment required will all play a role in helping us put together an estimate of the overall cost of your care. Rest assured that you will not be asked to make any commitments without first having an idea of what the price will look like, and we can help you explore your various options for making the cost of emergency dental treatment more manageable.

 

Dental Emergency FAQs

Do I Still Need Emergency Treatment If My Toothache Goes Away?

Again, oral problems don’t disappear or resolve themselves without professional treatment. In the case of extreme sensitivity or tooth pain, if it suddenly stops, it may be too late to rescue the natural tooth. The nerve of the tooth may have already died, which means you may require extraction and replacement. Instead of having to go through this trouble and expense, you can save your natural tooth through endodontic treatment like root canal therapy as soon as possible.

Why Is It Important to Act Fast If I Have a Dental Emergency?

Not only do dental emergencies tend to cause significant discomfort, but they can interfere with your daily functions. Even if you try to avoid using the side of your mouth that hurts to eat, you can trigger pain, making a nutritious diet much more difficult to maintain. In other words, the sooner you take care of your dental emergency, the sooner you can resume normal day-to-day functions more comfortably. In addition, the longer you wait to deal with an oral problem, the more extensive and expensive the treatment will become to fix it.

Is Dental Emergency Treatment Permanent?

For most patients, root canal treatment is all that’s needed to address a painful dental emergency. With proper care, the tooth can continue to be used for many, many years without further incident. In other cases, a treated tooth may hurt again later, meaning that the root canal was not performed correctly or completely, and that infection has returned. In this instance, retreatment may be necessary to fully eliminate pain and preserve the tooth from extraction.

Do I Need a Referral to Endodontic Group of Paramus by a General Dentist?

Yes, you’ll typically need to visit your general dentist first. They can assess the emergency issue and take care of some more minor and broader problems in their own practice. If your dentist determines that specialized root canal treatment or other endodontic therapy is needed, they can refer you to our office, or you can ask for a referral. We will gladly work with your general dentist to make sure your smile is properly cared for and restored to its healthy, beautiful glory.

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Toothaches

Is My Toothache a Dental Emergency?

Even if you try to ignore it, a toothache can make life miserable, which is why you should do something about it as quickly as possible. The sooner you seek professional help, the sooner you can get relief and move on. A persistent toothache needs immediate attention and often means that decay has affected the pulp or nerve center of the tooth. Especially in this situation, our team can provide much-needed, long-term relief from tooth pain.

How You Should Handle a Toothache

When a toothache starts, first try to floss around the hurting tooth. There could be something stuck causing your discomfort. If the pain continues beyond a day or two or gets worse, it’s time to call for an appointment. Meanwhile, you may take over-the-counter medication to manage pain. You may also place a cold compress on your face to minimize swelling and temporarily numb the area. If you must eat, avoid extremely hot, cold, or sugary foods or beverages.

How We Treat Toothaches

If we find that your tooth pain comes from decay reaching the nerve, we will likely perform root canal treatment, which involves removing the pulp, cleaning out and sealing the inner chamber, and restoring the tooth. Depending on whether the tooth has been treated before, the extent of the damage, and other factors, other endodontic treatments may be more appropriate.

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Chipped Tooth

Is a Chipped Tooth a Dental Emergency?

Although sometimes just a cosmetic issue, a chipped tooth is widely considered a dental emergency because it can result in a more serious situation. For instance, a chipped tooth could expose the dentin and pulp to harmful oral bacteria, increasing the risk of infection and pain. This emergency scenario can also result in a sharp edge or point that could hurt your soft tissues.

How You Should Handle a Chipped Tooth

If you chip a tooth, try to bring the piece(s) with you to the appointment. In some cases, it can be reattached. In the meantime, put some dental wax or sugar-free gum over the chipped tooth to protect your gums, lips, tongue, and cheeks from a sharp point or edge.

How We Treat Chipped Teeth 

Sometimes, chipped teeth can be treated with simple solutions. In fact, root canal treatment may not be necessary at all. However, more severe chips may necessitate this advanced care from our endodontic group.

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Cracked Tooth

Is a Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency?

Yes, cracked enamel is a potentially serious matter that needs to be checked out and addressed immediately. Without professional help, a deep crack could get worse, allow bacteria to access and damage the inner layers of the tooth, and put the entire tooth at risk.

How You Should Handle a Cracked Tooth

As much as possible, try not to use that area of your mouth for biting or chewing food, and rinse it with warm saltwater to keep it clean. If you feel discomfort, you are free to have over-the-counter pain medication as directed.

How We Treat Cracked Teeth 

Treatment will depend on how severe the crack is. For minor, cosmetic cracks, veneers with your general dentist may be sufficient to hide the superficial damage. Cracks that penetrate the center of the tooth will likely require root canal treatment, and cracks that extend beneath the gumline typically mean that the tooth will need to be extracted.

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Very Sensitive Teeth

Are Very Sensitive Teeth a Dental Emergency?

Tooth sensitivity can be a tricky symptom to self-diagnose. While it may indicate that a tooth has become afflicted with decay or deep damage, it could also simply mean that the protective enamel has worn down. Only your general dentist can determine the cause and the appropriate actions to take to address sensitivity.

How You Should Handle Very Sensitive Teeth

If you are concerned about your sensitivity, talk to your dentist at your next checkup and cleaning appointment. They can identify the cause of your discomfort and possibly refer you to our office if necessary.

How We Treat Very Sensitive Teeth 

Should your sensitive teeth be the result of deep decay or cracking, we can perform root canal treatment, which entails removing the nerve of the tooth and shielding it from future harm. By undergoing this procedure at our endodontic office when needed, you’re far more likely to keep your natural teeth and not experience future pain.

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Knocked-Out Tooth

Is My Knocked-Out Tooth a Dental Emergency?

Absolutely! Knocking out a tooth is a serious and time-sensitive problem because the chances of saving the natural tooth drop significantly after it has been out of the jawbone for an hour. As endodontists, we believe it is almost always better to hold onto your teeth than to give up on them! That’s why we would encourage any patient who has knocked out a tooth to contact their general dentist immediately and get to their office within this timeframe.

How You Should Handle a Knocked-Out Tooth

After calling your general dentist, pick up the tooth by the crown or the part that usually shows above the gums. Do not contaminate the root structure by touching this area. Gently rinse the tooth with clean water but leave any pieces of tissue that may still be attached. Try to reposition the tooth in the socket, but if you can’t do this, put the tooth in a container of milk or hold it between your cheek and gums to keep the tooth moist.

How We Treat Knocked-Out Teeth 

At Endodontic Group of Paramus, we don’t typically treat knocked-out teeth. As a result, you’ll mainly need to work closely with your general dentist. If you are able to re-implant the tooth successfully and later have issues with it, our team may need to perform root canal treatment or other therapy to further preserve the tooth for the long term.

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Lost Filling or Crown

Is a Lost Filling or Crown a Dental Emergency?

When a restoration is no longer attached to the tooth it’s protecting, that tooth becomes exposed to harmful oral bacteria. Without the filling or crown, you could develop decay that could require root canal therapy or retreatment. As a result, you should treat this situation as a dental emergency and see your general dentist immediately for a replacement. If you require this more advanced care, our team can provide the expertise needed to preserve your tooth from extraction.

How You Should Handle a Lost Filling or Crown

To prevent infection for the exposed tooth, you should try to temporarily reattach the filling or crown using a small dab of toothpaste. Do not use superglue or other adhesive products that are not formulated for oral use. If you cannot locate the restoration, you may cover the tooth with sugar-free gum to keep out bacteria.

How We Treat Lost Fillings or Crowns 

In most cases, your general dentist can simply replace the restoration with a new, more secure one. However, if the tooth is further compromised, we can clean out the root canals and remove the pulp, eliminating any pain while preserving the natural tooth.

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