Dental emergencies can occur at any time and in any place. Be it while playing sports, skating, or even when working in the garden. When a dental emergency occurs, immediate care is crucial if you want to save your natural teeth and prevent further damage or complications.
At McCleery Dental in Bend, Oregon, our experienced team is fully equipped to handle dental emergencies, and we’re always available to offer the best care for our patients.
If you have a dental emergency, call (541) 389-2905 during office hours or (541) 389-2905 if our office is closed. Once we determine the nature of your dental emergency, we will schedule you for an appointment as soon as possible.
What Is Emergency Dentistry?
Emergency dentistry specializes in the critical care of dental issues that require immediate attention. This field of dentistry focuses on preserving the overall oral health of patients by rapidly addressing issues that cannot wait for a regular dental appointment.
Emergency dentistry addresses issues like:
- Toothaches
- Dental abscesses
- Chipped teeth
- Swollen gums
- Dental trauma
- Accidents
- Broken crowns
- Jaw injuries
- Knocked-out teeth
- Root canal infections
- Broken veneers or bridges
- Broken or lost teeth
Emergency Dental Care at McCleery Dental in Bend, Oregon
Dr. McCleery at McCleery Dental is an experienced emergency dentist in Bend, Oregon. He specializes in providing treatment for dental emergencies as swiftly as possible so that patients can quickly be relieved of any pain or discomfort and protected from further complications.
Patients who have a knocked-out tooth should immediately visit the dentist within 30 minutes and are advised to keep the tooth in milk to preserve it. The dentist numbs the affected area and splints the tooth to keep it in place. An X-ray will be used to determine the correct position of the tooth.
To diagnose and determine a patient's specific emergency dental issue and its causes, Dr. McCleery visually examines their mouth and takes X-rays or dental scans. The most common signs he will look for are issues like gum inflammation, wisdom teeth eruptions, exposed nerves, or lost restorations.
Once the problem is identified, Dr. McCleery immediately designs a treatment plan to restore the patient’s oral health and functionality.
How to Prevent Dental Emergencies?
To prevent the occurrence of dental emergencies, our experienced Oregon dentist recommends you:
- Brush and floss your teeth regularly to eliminate the buildup of plaque that can cause cavities and tooth decay.
- Use an antimicrobial mouthwash to further eliminate bacteria buildup that might lead to dental infections and cause toothaches.
- Use mouthguards when engaging in sports or games to prevent dental injuries.
- Never miss your regular dental visits and teeth cleanings.
If you have a dental emergency, call (541) 389-2905 during office hours or (541) 389-2905 if our office is closed. Once we determine the nature of your dental emergency, we will schedule you for an appointment as soon as possible.