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Emergency Dental Care in Orland Park, IL

In a dental emergency, decisive action and experienced help are essential. Visit the office of Dr. Maha Karar, DMD right away to repair or restore any broken or missing teeth. Recognized as one of Orland Park, Illinois’s most qualified emergency dentists, Dr. Maha Karar typically has same-day appointments available for those needing urgent care. Should you have a dental emergency or questions, feel free to reach our emergency dentists in Orland Park, IL, today.

What is a dental emergency?

A dental emergency refers to any situation that requires immediate dental care to alleviate severe pain, stop bleeding, or prevent further damage to the teeth, gums, or mouth. Dental emergencies can be caused by a wide range of factors, including injury, infection, decay, and more. Common examples of dental emergencies include severe toothaches, broken or chipped teeth, knocked-out teeth, loose teeth, lost fillings or crowns, abscesses or infections in the mouth, bleeding in the mouth, and injuries to the soft tissues in the mouth.  

Types of Dental Emergencies

  • It is a sign that something is wrong when you experience severe pain. The longer you wait, the more difficult (and expensive) it will be. Rinsing your mouth with warm salt water will hopefully dislodge food from between your teeth. For temporary relief from facial swelling, use acetaminophen and a cold compress.

  • Use sterile gauze to control bleeding to reduce the chances of infection and complications. Use your best judgment if the wound looks serious, and the bleeding does not seem to be subsiding.

  • If you have a broken tooth, rinse it with warm water. Place a cold compress on the affected area. If possible, recover any broken tooth fragments. Rinse your mouth and the salvaged tooth pieces with warm water if possible, and save the tooth fragment if possible.

  • You should hold the tooth by its crown (top), not its root. Rinse, but do not over-clean or over-handle. Place and hold the tooth using a clean piece of gauze or cloth. If reinsertion is not possible, carry the tooth in milk or water. Stop the bleeding immediately. Do not remove any attached tissue, because they help secure the tooth.

  • When a wire breaks or sticks out of a bracket in your braces and pokes around your mouth, try to push it into a less bothersome position. If you can't, add a cotton swab until your provider can fix it. Do not cut the wire. You may swallow it if it's cut.

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

A dental emergency can be sudden, overwhelming, and alarming, but don't panic! If you remain calm, you will be able to act quickly and correctly, which could mean the difference between saving or losing your tooth. First, call us. This is what you can expect from us:

  • It's our goal to see emergency patients the same day they call us. We provide first-aid guidance for handling your situation until you can reach us.

  • Our Orland Park emergency dentist will see you as soon as you arrive for an evaluation and relieve any serious pain you may be experiencing.

  • After reviewing your findings with you, we will discuss the treatment options we recommend for you. We will work with you to create a plan for getting your oral health back on track.

  • When a treatment plan has been established, our experienced and compassionate team will begin working immediately to repair your smile. Whether you need a filling, root canal therapy, or something else entirely, your safety, well-being, and comfort will always be our top priorities.

FAQs

  • Dr. Maha Karar can relieve pain, prevent further damage, and offer you the best treatment options when you experience a dental emergency.

  • Dr. Maha Karar is specifically trained to handle a wide range of emergency dental situations. Our convenient dental office can provide the emergency care services you need to resolve your issues. We are able to accommodate walk-in patients as well as same-day appointments in most cases.

  • The cost of your emergency dental care will depend on the individual situation, such as the condition of your teeth and gums, the severity of the injury, and what type of problem you have. Our team is dedicated to keeping costs low.

  • In order to keep your pain level tolerable until you can come to our office, some people apply topical pain relievers to their gums around a hurting tooth. You can also take an over-the-counter pain reliever. To alleviate swelling, apply a cold compress to your chin or cheek.

  • When a tooth is knocked out, what should I do?