Do you have an ache in your tooth that seems to grow worse each day? Do you have persistent tooth sensitivity that hasn’t abated, even as the weather has warmed? Then your dental pain could be a potential dental emergency, such as a cavity or infection. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist looks at […]
Category: Dental Emergency
We’re Talking About Dental Emergencies
We’re still here to help residents of Astoria, NY, and surrounding communities who find themselves faced with a dental emergency. We don’t want injuries or advanced decay to lead to discomfort or even a lost tooth. In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about what you can do to manage your initial discomfort, and how […]
Dental Emergency Treatment
Right now, our team is only offering emergency treatments for patients in Astoria, NY. We’re doing this to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health of our patients and team members. But when should you contact us for treatment, what actually is a dental emergency? We’re going to look at some common […]
Treating Your Dental Emergency
A dental emergency means you have suffered an injury to your teeth or gums that is not life threatening, but still requires attention to avoid serious complications. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist discusses what you can do to address these situations, and why seeing us as soon as possible is crucial for staying […]
What Do You Do When a Toothache Comes Back?
Toothaches aren’t always a big problem for most people. If they feel a bit of sensitivity in their teeth, they might be able to ignore it, or put an over-the-counter (OTC) oral analgesic on it to numb the feeling. However, chances are that the toothache will come back if it’s only treated with a home […]
Is A Chipped Tooth A Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency means any damage or pain to your teeth or gums. If the issue is potentially life threatening, you should proceed to the nearest emergency room or call 911. Otherwise, your Astoria, NY, dentist can offer repair for everything from aching teeth to loose restorations, or even a chipped or cracked tooth. […]
What Happens When I Knock Out A Tooth?
Dental emergencies happen when we least expect it. One minute, you’re playing with your friends on the court and the next, you have a knocked-out tooth. In today’s blog, we’re looking at how we address common dental emergencies, such as knocked-out teeth. We’re also talking about ways our Astoria, NY, patients can protect their smiles […]
The Proper Responses To A Dental Emergency
When you experience a dental emergency, which involves any non-life threatening injuries to your teeth or gums, you should see your Astoria, NY, dentist right away. But what about in the immediate aftermath? We have a few tips for limiting your discomfort and injury immediately following your dental emergency. Find out how to control bleeding, […]
Responding To A Dental Emergency
If you chip a tooth, or suffer from an injury to your smile, then you’re experiencing a dental emergency. Provided the issue isn’t life threatening, you should let us know as soon as possible. We have the restorative and cosmetic treatments necessary to restore the health, function, and appearance of your injured teeth. In today’s […]
Is A Damaged Tooth A Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency involves any damage or injury to your teeth or gums. As long as the issue is not life-threatening (at which point you should call 911 or proceed to the emergency room), we can help! In today’s blog, we’re looking at common situations that require care and how our Astoria, NY, patients should […]
