If your tooth is injured, it can remain vulnerable until it is treated by your dentist. What this means is that until you have the appropriate restorative dental work done, you can be unable to properly bite, chew, or even speak without putting yourself at risk for damaging it further! At our Katy, TX, we recognize that in addition to being painful, dental injuries can become frustratingly inconvenient. In the event that you find yourself needing treatment for a chipped, cracked, or otherwise hurt tooth, know that emergency dental appointments are available!
You Can Do More Harm To A Tooth After It Is Chipped Or Cracked
Even if a chip or crack only appears to be slight, there is a real possibility that your tooth is vulnerable to more damage. Because of this, you should take care not to put pressure on it by biting or chewing. If you need to address any bleeding, or if you are trying to soothe your pain, gentle first aid before your appointment can be helpful. Lightly applying a cold compress or ice pack to the area can help with pain. To control bleeding, gently apply cloth or gauze to the area.
Emergency Treatment Provides Relief From An Injury Without A Frustrating Delay
After injuring your tooth, you can reach out to our practice to have the matter evaluated and treated as soon as possible. Injuries impair your ability to eat, and may make it difficult to speak. Until you have the problem treated, you may be in pain. There is also the potential risk from an infection, something that you should not ignore. Until a root canal treatment is performed, an active infection can cause discomfort, and it puts you at risk for losing that tooth!
Your Restored Tooth Can Support Biting And Chewing Pressures
Once you see your dentist, you can enjoy relief from the discomfort you feel after your injury. Our practice will carefully evaluate a tooth to see what condition it is in, and what the proper treatment will be. Many injuries require treatment with a custom dental crown. Once your crown is created and placed, it will remain in position to stop you from experiencing troubles with your dental function. If the tooth is in a space that is harder to ignore, you can discuss the placement of a porcelain or zirconia crown to preserve your appearance.
Reach Out To Your Katy, TX Dentist’s Office To Have An Injured Tooth Treated
At our Katy, TX dentist’s office, we are prepared to see new and existing patients who have experienced dental trauma. Through prompt treatment, we can address all of the issues affecting you while protecting your tooth! To find out more, please call Lathrop Dental Center at 832-437-3849.
