There’s never a good time for a dental emergency. It can be anything from a sports injury to an accident affecting your jaw or teeth, like a toothache, chipped tooth, or even tooth loss.

In a dental emergency, the faster you access an emergency dentist, the higher the possibility of saving your tooth, through emergency dental care.

It’s important to know where to go for emergency dental care. At Bonaventure Dental Care in Baton Rouge, you can trust our skilled emergency dentists for top-notch care in a comfortable setting. We offer flexible hours, can take walk-ins, and offer same-day treatment whenever we can. We also have various payment options and provide affordable care.

Ignoring a dental emergency can lead to permanent damage and serious dental issues. If you’re unsure whether you need emergency treatment, contact us right away for advice. We’re here to help you as soon as possible.

“I was a new patient who went in because one of my fillings fell out (from a previous dentist). Not only could they see me the same day, but when I asked to come back and book a cleaning, they fit me in right after they fixed my tooth. They were so kind, helpful, and quick”
– Elise W, 5 Star Google Review

When Do You Need Emergency Dental Services?

An emergency would be an issue needing immediate attention due to pain or injury. You might require emergency dental care if you suffer from any of these conditions:

A broken molar is a serious issue that requires immediate treatment. You may have been in an accident and taken a blow to the face, which has resulted in damage to your tooth. 

If a tooth is completely knocked out, patients are advised to store the lost tooth in a container with warm milk or saliva. The tooth should be handled by grabbing its crown and not its root. Just as with a broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth requires immediate treatment.

At Bonaventure Dental Care we offer same day appointments for patients suffering with a broken tooth. Contact us now. 

Fortunately, losing a temporary crown is not a dental emergency. We primarily use them as space holders until the permanent restorations are ready. Even in the span of 2 weeks, the adjacent teeth can start to shift into the area created during the crown preparation. A temporary crown maintains space for the permanent crown, along with providing some chewing function and protection for the underlying tooth. If you lose a temporary crown, call our office and we will see you as soon as possible (typically the same afternoon/following day).

Remaking or recementing a temporary crown only takes about 20 minutes and usually does not require any anesthetic. Your teeth will not move significantly in the one to two days between losing your crown and having it replaced at our office. If it happens over the weekend and you are having excessive discomfort you can place the temporary crown back on the tooth with toothpaste or by purchasing temporary cement from your local pharmacy.

If you experience tooth pain or discomfort, see your dentist in Baton Rouge as soon as possible. This can be a sign of a larger issue that needs urgent attention. If this occurs after hours, pain can generally be managed by alternating Tylenol and Ibuprofen. (Please only take medications that you know you are able to take).

A swollen jaw can be caused by a range of issues, from trauma to infection, and can require an emergency dentist visit in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Avoid excess stress on the jaw from chewing gum or hard foods. Moist heat applied to the outside of the cheek, near the jaw joint, can alleviate pain. If you are able to, taking an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication, can also be beneficial.

If this occurs after hours, a temporary fix is available. Most Walmart and Walgreens locations sell temporary cement and temporary filling material. These are great options to get you through the weekend and evening.

When you develop unexpected infections, it can lead to pain and loss of sleep. Our goal is to always help our patients maintain their oral health. If you notice swelling or pimples on your gums you should contact your dental office immediately. If this is an after-hours emergency you may need to consider seeking care at an ER. Infection is not something you want to ignore.

If there is bleeding apply pressure to the area with a clean towel or gauze. Remember, mouth injuries typically produce more blood, so don’t panic. If the injury extends to the lips or cheeks and may require stitches, seeking care at the ER is a good idea. It is often necessary to have an x-ray to check the health of the tooth, and this may require follow-up at a later date.

For any other medical or dental emergencies, call 911 immediately to find the care you need. Please remember this information is generalized. Do not take any medications in excess or if you know you have allergies to them.