How can we help you?
Having questions when choosing a dentist is natural! After all, your oral health is an important part of your overall health. Here is a list of some of the most common questions we receive. If you do not see yours listed below, please give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
Emergency Dentistry
Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is not right. No pain, dental or otherwise, should simply be ignored.
Most instances of tooth pain, though indicative of an issue that will require future attention, do not require immediate action. Others, however, suggest a more serious problem. Here are signs that tooth pain may warrant immediate attention from a dentist:
- Intense, persistent pain – if the pain is severe, persistent, and continues to get worse, it may be a sign of infection or tooth decay.
- Swelling or fever – swelling around teeth, gums, or the face, and fever can be signs of an infection.
- Extreme sensitivity to hot or cold – if the sensitivity to hot or cold foods or drinks suddenly and significantly increases, it may be a sign of decay, a cracked tooth, or exposed tooth roots.
- Pain when biting or chewing – may suggest a cracked or damaged tooth.
- Bleeding or discharge – bleeding or discharge from teeth or gums may be a sign of infection or gum disease.
If you have tooth pain in the Gretna area and experience any of these symptoms, contact dentist Dr. Russell Schafer and the team at NOLA Dentures and General Dentistry as soon as possible for an evaluation and treatment.
Several different issues are considered to be dental emergencies, but you may not know if what you are experiencing constitutes a dental emergency or not. If it is after regular business hours or on the weekend, you may be unsure whether you should contact your dentist in New Orleans or wait until the office is open before you call. Let’s look at what is considered a dental emergency and get you the help you need.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
Our goal is to save your teeth, and in a dental emergency, we want to help you as quickly as possible. Many patients believe they must be in pain to qualify for a dental emergency, but that isn’t true. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, please call our office immediately so we can advise you on the best next step:
- Mouth injury
- Knocked-out tooth
- Broken or chipped tooth
- Broken or lost filling or dental crown
- Tooth or jaw pain
- Uncontrollable bleeding
- Inflammation or swelling
Do You Need Emergency Dentistry in New Orleans?
If so, please call Nola Dentures and General Dentistry at (504) 392-5104, and we will be happy to help you. Your dental health is our number one priority.