Your Reliable Emergency Dentist in Thornton, CO
When you have a dental emergency, you need to be able to see a dentist that day. Chipped, broken, or knocked out teeth just cannot wait. If you need emergency care, call our Timber Dental Care office at (720) 306-8787. We’ll do our best to get you in the same day.
While You Wait
If you have to wait a few hours before you can get to our office, there are some things you can do to help alleviate any discomfort you’re experiencing.
For Cracked Teeth Or Toothache:
Rinse your mouth with warm water to keep the area clean
Use a cold compress to relieve pain
For Chipped And Knocked Out Teeth:
Keep any teeth or pieces in a clean container or milk, or tucked inside of your cheek.
Whole teeth will need to be re-implanted as soon as possible so the tooth can heal back into its socket.Never put aspirin on the affected tooth or surrounding gum when you have a toothache, cracked, chipped, or knocked out teeth.
An Ounce of Prevention
Sports participation can increase your chances of having a tooth knocked out or chipped. Always use a mouthguard to prevent injury. Also, never use your teeth to open packaging. This will lead to chipping and worn enamel.
Take Care Of That Toothache!
If you are having a toothache or jaw ache, you need to have it examined immediately. Pain is one of your body’s indicators that something is wrong and dental pain will never get better or go away without treatment. Don’t let a painful toothache keep you up at night or stop you from living. Call Timber Dental Care and schedule your appointment today. If nerves or dental anxiety are a problem for you, ask our dentists about oral sedation for your treatment!