Emergency Dentistry— Medford, MA
Providing Your Urgent Dental Care
Dental emergencies can happen in the blink of an eye, leaving you with pain, panic, and disruptions. You needn’t worry, though; Giamberardino Dental Care is here to help with them! Just call us right away if you’re facing oral pain or injury, and you’ll be directed to our team or answering machine. Dr. Giamberardino always strives to see emergency cases as soon as possible. With that said, please keep reading or book a visit to learn more.
Why Choose Giamberardino Dental Care for Emergency Dentistry?
- An Expert Dentist with 35+ Years of Experience
- Evening Availability on Mondays & Thursdays
- A Warm & Gentle Dental Team
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
To help you know what to expect, let us walk you through our emergency treatment process. It involves four key steps:
- A Prompt Visit – We’ll schedule your visit for the earliest time possible once you call. From there, our team can provide first-aid tips over the phone.
- An Emergency Exam – Dr. Giamberardino will give you an emergency exam when you reach us and capture the necessary X-rays. These steps will determine the extent of your problem, as well as relieve any severe pain.
- A Review of Findings – We’ll share our diagnosis after the oral exam, including several procedures that could help. Our team will then use your feedback to draft a treatment plan and estimate the required time and cost.
- Needed Dental Care – Our team will smoothly solve your smile’s troubles after we’ve drafted your treatment plan. We have the expertise and skills necessary to ensure excellent results! Whether your ideal solution involves dental crowns, fillings, or root canals, we’ll get the job done.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
You really should call our practice when you have a dental emergency, as our team can quickly fix your grin and prevent further damage. Still, you can take steps to manage your case; doing so will even make your care with us easier. Simply click on one (or more) of the icons below and use the related tips to ease your situation!
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
As much as you may need emergency dentistry, its expense varies from patient to patient. You’ll have to consult Dr. Giamberardino to get a precise estimate. Our team will then work to keep your care affordable, walking you through its pricing factors, dental insurance, and more. We can even make your payment easier by working with CareCredit – a reputable, 3rd party financier. As for other details, please call us to learn more about the cost of dental emergencies.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
You can’t always avoid dental emergencies, but you can reduce your risk of having one. Simply do the following:
- Practice Good Oral Hygiene – Brushing twice daily and flossing once daily will make you less likely to get severe cavities or tooth infections.
- Avoid Bad Oral Habits – Habits like nail-biting and ice-chewing can often break teeth.
- Use Mouth Protection – Remember to wear a mouthguard whenever you play sports. It’ll keep falls and collisions from damaging your teeth.
- See Your Dentist Often – Regular dental checkups go a long way in preventing dental emergencies. When you attend them, a dentist can diagnose and treat oral issues before they worsen.
Dental Emergency FAQs
What does throbbing tooth pain mean?
Throbbing tooth pain is likely to be a sign of infection or inflammation within the inner chamber of the tooth. This can happen due to cavities or cracks forming in the enamel, which allows air and bacteria to access the sensitive tissue at the center of the dental structure. When the nerve in the tooth detects distress, it will send distress signals to the brain, resulting in miserable, throbbing pain. However, this may also happen due to chronic teeth grinding and clenching.
Will a toothache go away on its own?
Toothaches caused by severe dental infections typically do not go away on their own, so it’s best to schedule an appointment at our Medford office as soon as you notice the issue. Since a toothache can result from many potential causes, it’s best to have a professional such as Dr. Giamberardino rule them out quickly so the problem can be addressed as soon as possible. This can also detect underlying issues before they become more serious. However, some dental discomfort that is not caused by a tooth infection may go away on its own, such as distress caused by irritation of the gum tissue supporting a tooth.
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
There are several home remedies you can use if you are trying to get some sleep with a toothache. You might try elevating your head with pillows or cushions when you lay down to slightly reduce the blood pressure in your tooth, which can help reduce your discomfort. You can also take over-the-counter pain medication according to the instructions printed on the label while avoiding foods that are cold, hot, acidic, or hard, as these can distress a troubled tooth. Some patients also find that using a cold compress helps them reduce their discomfort.
What if my toothache suddenly disappears?
If your severe toothache seems to suddenly disappear after several days, it is unlikely that the infection simply went away on its own. It’s far more probable that the bacteria have killed the nerve ending in the pulp of the tooth, which prevents the brain from receiving pain signals. An advanced infection such as this may spread to the other teeth or the soft tissues, and it may even lead to serious secondary infections like sepsis. If your toothache suddenly disappears, it’s best to schedule an appointment at our Medford office so we can evaluate your oral health and determine the best course of treatment.
Can a chipped tooth heal on its own?
While dental enamel is the hardest material in the human body, it does not have the ability to heal itself. Chips in teeth will not grow back, and they can leave your smile more vulnerable to further injury, infection, and possibly tooth loss. While the saliva in the mouth will help the teeth replace lost minerals, this will not replace lost structure, so it’s important to have the issue evaluated at our office so we can treat it appropriately.
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