Pain and discomfort can be relatively common, so how do you know when you have a real dental emergency? You may have a dental emergency if you notice signs like:

• Intense pain
• Bleeding
• Loose or broken teeth
• Knocked-out teeth
• Swelling
• Sores or abscesses that won’t go away
• Loose crowns or fillings

Most dental emergencies come from two different categories: infection caused by poor oral hygiene or sudden trauma to the face or mouth. At Stadium Dental, we are ready to treat both with expert care!

If you’re experiencing a dental emergency that is life-threatening, you should go to the hospital. Problems like uncontrollable swelling that affects your breathing, deep cuts, jaw fractures, jaw dislocations, and serious abscess or infection require an immediate visit to the ER. For any other dental emergency that has to do with your dental structure, or infection that isn’t affecting your breathing, you can visit our office for expert dental treatment.

One of the most common treatments for toothaches is a root canal. When the inner, more sensitive portion of your tooth becomes decayed or infected, it can cause serious pain because of the sensitive nerves inside of your tooth. Our dentist in Edmonton can perform root canals to remove this infected tissue, which gets you out of pain and protects your tooth in the future.

Unlike other medical conditions that get better with time, dental emergencies will only get worse. It’s essential that you get treatment right away in a dental emergency, even if you’re not experiencing pain. Additionally, for those with damaged or knocked-out teeth, the sooner you come in for treatment, the more likely we are able to save your tooth. Plus, most dental emergencies have serious pain associated with them, which is why it’s never a good idea to prolong treatment. Give our office a call and our helpful team will set up your appointment as soon as possible.