Emergency Dentist Near You
If you experience a toothache or dental pain, don’t ignore it. This usually indicates the presence of an oral condition and warrants a dental emergency. At Somba K’e Family Dental, we understand that sometimes emergencies, simply cannot wait. Our dental clinic prioritizes dental emergencies, and provides emergency dentistry near you. We also offer same-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible.
While every patient differs, the most common signs of a dental emergency include:
- Inflammation.
- Tooth pain.
- Extreme sensitivity (especially to hot and cold food or beverages).
- Tooth discolouration.
- Loose or avulsed (knocked-out) tooth.
- A fractured, broken, or cracked tooth.
Note, the symptoms of a dental emergency may range from subtle to severe.
Dealing with a Knocked-Out Tooth
When a permanent tooth is knocked out, your dentist is usually able to reimplant it. Avoid scrubbing the tooth, however you should try placing it back in its socket until you reach your dentist’s clinic for emergency dentistry in Yellowknife.
To manage dental pain, you can take over-the-counter medication until your dentist is able to provide emergency dentistry near you. Other types of dental emergencies include:
- A broken or lost filling.
- A broken or lost crown.
- A chipped tooth.
- A damaged denture.
- Long-lasting teeth sensitivity.
Whether you are a new or existing patient, when you have a dental emergency it is our highest priority. Our friendly and compassionate dental team will likely have a list of questions to help us prepare for your visit. In many situations, we can complete treatment in a single visit.
Emergency dentistry in Yellowknife will often include:
- A problem-focused exam.
- A short consultation to discuss your symptoms.
- X-rays of the afflicted area.
- A discussion of your treatment options and their fees.
We offer emergency dentistry in Yellowknife, NWT X1A 2P9. Don’t hesitate to contact our dentists if a problem arises.