Emergency Dentist In Brampton

Knocked out teeth

An avulsed tooth is a dental emergency that needs immediate attention. Luxated teeth should be transferred to milk as soon as possible to prevent them from drying out. The tooth can be replaced in the socket once you arrive at our office without delay by our emergency dental team. The knocked out tooth needs constant monitoring to make sure that the tooth is not dying slowly. Knocked out teeth can also develop dental infections consequent to the trauma. Periodic dental check up after emergency care will make sure that dental issues are identified early and dental health is maintained. 

Chipped or broken teeth

Chipped or broken teeth can be superficial or extensive. A broken tooth due to trauma can affect the nerve,  whether superficial or deep. The dentist must assess the tooth. The broken tooth can be fixed using a filling material or a fragment of the same tooth. If superficial, the broken tooth can be restored without any further complications. The crack may be confined to the enamel or it may extend to the dentin and at times even to the pulp (nerve) and sometimes, even to the root.  If the crack or chip is deep and involves the root or nerve of the tooth, additional assessments and treatment may be needed.

Dental Abscess / Toothache

An abscessed tooth causes infection to spread through the tissues. This is dangerous and should be treated promptly with antibiotics. Also, emergency pus drainage must be done, if possible, through the tooth or tissues. This will alleviate the pain and reduce the spread of infection. If you have a swelling on the face or a bump on the gums, this could be the signs of a dental abscess. The underlying cause of often a decayed tooth or an impacted wisdom tooth. 

Lost Fillings

Fillings, when lost, need to be replaced as soon as possible to protect the pulp from irritation and trauma. At times, fillings get dislodged or fractured, fracturing the tooth structure with pulpal involvement.  This causes severe pain of the tooth. In these cases, emergency pulp treatment is done to alleviate the pain. If there is no pulpal involvement, fillings are replaced promptly on the same day. Open cavities will trigger dental infection when not addressed on time. 

Lost or Dislodged Crowns

Dental crowns often get dislodged. If the crown and tooth structure are intact, they can be recemented as before. However, if the tooth structure is fractured, a detailed evaluation is needed to determine the next step. In some situations, the crown has to be remade.

Bleeding from gums

The most common cause of bleeding from the gums is uncontrolled gum disease. Other health conditions or dental conditions also cause bleeding from the gums. After evaluation and when other causes are ruled out, you need to do dental cleaning periodically to restore the health of your gums. Hard deposits or calcified plaque sticking to the gums and teeth cause inflammation and bone loss. This results in gum disease and loose teeth. Bleeding from the gums is a sign of periodontal disease. Regular teeth cleanings can control and prevent gum disease.  

Orthodontic emergencies

During orthodontic treatment, a broken bracket or poking wire is not unusual. The emergency part of orthodontics can be handled in our dental office. You will go back to your orthodontist for further treatment.

Wisdom teeth pain

Wisdom teeth may not have enough space to be accommodated in the jaws. The wisdom teeth may partially erupt in such cases, and a gum flap and bone would cover the submerged part. This traps food and makes it difficult to clean the area. Consequently, infections occur, resulting in pain and difficulty swallowing and opening the mouth.  If left untreated, wisdom teeth infections can lead to life-threatening emergencies. We address these issues promptly and make sure that you are out of pain and difficulty.