No matter the severity of your situation, dental emergencies can be frightening and uncomfortable.Dr. Landon Libby and our skilled doctors offer many services that can address your immediate dental needs. We are committed to providing swift care in the event of unexpected pain or a sudden dental injury. Emergencies involving the face or mouth and requiring immediate care include jaw fractures and dislocations, serious soft-tissue injuries, and abscesses with severe swelling, among other situations. Other possible cases requiring urgent dental care include:
- Severe toothache
- Recently broken tooth
- Moderate to severe soft tissue injury
- Swollen or infected gum tissue
- Severe jaw pain
- Tooth abscess
Emergency Dental Services in Mission Valley
We will do whatever we can to evaluate your injury as soon as possible and determine the best course of action for your needs. Among the many types of dental emergencies that our team can provide timely care for include:
Tooth Trauma
An avulsed, or “knocked out,” tooth is one of the most common dental injuries sustained by patients around the world. While accidental tooth loss often occurs among children, adults can also suffer tooth trauma, whether resulting from a fall, sudden blow to the face, or a sports-related incident. Fortunately, a knocked out tooth may be replanted in certain cases if a patient acts swiftly.
Tooth Extraction
While we will always do everything in our power to save a compromised tooth, there are many reasons why a tooth extraction may be necessary. When misaligned teeth are too crowded in the mouth, a dentist may recommend extraction to create more room for orthodontic treatment. This may also be the case for teeth that have not erupted, or broken through the gumline. In other situations, an extraction can be the best solution when treating an infection or addressing a severely damaged or decayed tooth.
You’re in Good Hands at Libby Dental
No matter how well you care for your teeth and gums, a dental emergency can happen when you least expect it. Our team understands that there are some dental concerns that simply require immediate attention. While suffering an injury or an unexpected dental complication can be stressful, rest assured that our dentists are committed to providing proactive treatment for your emergency dental needs.
If you are unsure if you have a dental emergency, call our office and talk to a member of our staff. Together, we can decide how soon you need to see a dentist. If you need help right away, we can schedule a same-day appointment so you can start feeling better as soon as possible.
