Emergency Dental Care in Erie, PA
There are many ways to prevent additional unnecessary damage and costly dental restoration by taking measures such as applying cold to reduce swelling, and of course, contacting Dr. Lee Simon as soon as possible for dental emergency care. In Erie, PA, Dr. Lee Simon is here to provide care for patients when they need it most.
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What to do During a Dental Emergency
24-hour dental emergency
If you find that you need a dentist now, keep calm. Apply pressure and a cold compress (if available) to the face and mouth. Then, call your dentist immediately. If you are losing large amounts of blood, call emergency services.
It can wait until tomorrow
A broken tooth or similar injury is most definitely a dental emergency, but sometimes pain is minimal and patients are able to wait until business hours. To schedule an urgent care dentist appointment, fill out this form.
I'm not sure what to do
Think you’re having a dental emergency, but not sure? Call Dr. Lee Simon. We are here to help answer your questions and provide recommendations on what to do in your situation. Reach out now so we can figure it out.
Common Types of Dental Emergencies
The term dental emergency covers a broad range of accidents, injuries, and conditions including but not limited to:
- A knocked-out tooth
- Ripped off braces
- A cracked crown or filling
- Chipped or cracked teeth (that expose the nerve)
- Excessive bleeding from recent oral surgery
- Busted oral stitches
- Wisdom teeth or other oral infection
- Intense swelling that makes it harder to breathe or swallow
- Biting through a lip or tongue after falling or being hit
If you are experiencing any of these things or believe you're having a dental emergency it is important to call an emergency dentist as soon as possible to avoid pain and extensive restorative procedures.
Have Questions?
If you’re having a dental emergency, these are the three things you should do:
- Apply ice or a cold pack to reduce swelling.
- Apply pressure (if possible) to help stop bleeding.
- Call your dentist immediately.
If you cannot stop the bleeding during a dental emergency, call 911, otherwise, make an appointment with your emergency dentist as soon as possible.