Emergency Dentistry

IF YOU ARE IN PAIN, CALL US RIGHT AWAY AT (703) 858-3456

Here at Ashburn Family Dentistry and Implant Center we are always ready to see patients with dental emergencies. We are here to help the people of Ashburn, VA, with any dental emergencies, regardless of whether they’ve been a patient before or not.


You never know ahead of time when you or someone in your family will chip a tooth, or have an accident that knocks out a tooth. But you can be prepared to take the proper steps for handling an emergency when one comes up. Knowing in advance what to do will help you overcome any panic.

KNOCKED-OUT TOOTH

Getting treatment as soon as possible is important when a tooth gets knocked out. Replacing the tooth within 30 minutes will greatly increase the chances of saving it.


If the tooth is still in your mouth, partially attached, leave it in there. That’s the best place for it to be until you can get to the dentist. If the tooth is completely knocked out, follow these steps:


  1. Handle the tooth carefully
  2. Rinse with clean water
  3. Replace tooth in its socket if possible
  4. Keep tooth moist
  5. Call us right away and come in immediately
  6. After office hours, go to an emergency room

CHIPPED OR BROKEN TEETH

If you have bleeding, you can apply pressure to the area using gauze to help stop the bleeding. To help with swelling and pain, apply a cold pack to your cheek or lip over the affected area. Call our office at (703) 858-3456 and come in for emergency treatment.

TOOTHACHES

Toothaches can be caused by a number of different dental problems. When you have severe tooth pain, the best thing to do is contact us right away to have your teeth examined.


Remember, being prepared for an emergency will help you take the right actions when an emergency happens. Keep our office number handy and call us at (703) 858-3456 whenever you need emergency dental treatment.

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