Emergency Dental Care in Annapolis, MD

At Chesapeake Bay Dentistry, we do not want you to be in pain! This is why we make time to treat same-day emergencies for patients in our Annapolis, MD dental office.

Dental emergencies can be frightening and interrupt your life. Always contact our office at the first signs of a dental emergency.

Signs of a Dental Emergency

Often patients try to tough it out, wait a few days, take over-the-counter medications. Medicine is only a temporary solution and may prevent you from getting the care you need. Remember, a dental emergency can lead to tooth loss without timely intervention.

There are many types of dental emergencies, and the signs may include one or more of the following:

• Toothache
• Gum or facial swelling
• Broken tooth
• Missing tooth
• Broken restoration
• Bleeding
• Fever

If you lose a tooth, rinse it off, being careful not to touch the root too much, and place it back in the opening. If this cannot be accomplished, keep the tooth wet until your emergency appointment. If Dr. Polizois intervenes promptly the tooth may be salvageable.

If the tooth is not salvageable, Dr. Polizois may recommend a dental implant.

The most common dental emergencies that we see in our dental office are toothaches, usually brought on by infections that may require a root canal or extraction.

Untreated periodontal disease can also lead to sudden and severe pain. The signs of periodontal disease include:

• Swelling
• Shifting or loose teeth
• Gum recession
• Bad breath
• Pain when eating or brushing
• Bleeding gums

If you’ve experienced trauma, we suggest going to your local ER first. A friend or medical professional can contact our team from there.

Your Dental Emergency Appointment in 21401

During this appointment, Dr. Polizois will work diligently to control your pain and save your tooth or teeth. In some situations, he may stabilize the emergency and schedule a follow-up appointment later in the week.

But rest assured, we will never leave you in pain.

Dental Emergency Prevention

Preventative dentistry and optimal oral hygiene lower your dental emergency risk.

We recommend:

• Visiting our Annapolis, MD dental office regularly
• Scheduling and keeping professional teeth cleaning appointments
• Brushing and flossing at least twice per day.

If you play sports, we also recommend wearing the proper face gear and mouthguards to protect your mouth from accidental trauma.

If you grind or clench your teeth while sleeping, our top Annapolis, MD dentist can help you avoid erosion and sudden tooth breakage by providing a custom nightguard.

Contact our dental office at the first signs of a dental emergency. If you’re unsure, call our Annapolis dental office, and one of our highly-trained team members will assess your situation quickly and make the appropriate recommendation.

If you’re in pain, we are here to help!