Dental Emergencies - Sarasota, FL

Emergency Dentist Sarasota FL Are you dealing with a dental emergency in Sarasota? Dental emergencies are quite frightening and often painful. Prompt treatment is almost always required to alleviate pain and to ensure the teeth have the best possible chance of survival. Dr. Michael Dorociak is equipped to handle all types of dental emergency care so if you are in need of an emergency dentist in Sarasota, it is important to contact us at the first sign of complications. We understand that after hours dental emergencies can and do happen, so we try to make sure we are accessible at all times. On the rare occasion that you cannot reach one of our staff in an emergency situation, we recommend you proceed immediately to the nearest hospital emergency room.

Listed below are some common problems and initial recommendations. Always seek professional help for definitive diagnosis and treatment.

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Abscess or Swelling:

Potentially serious infection associated with the tooth and gums
Usually requires antibiotics therapy
Rinse mouth with a mild saltwater solution (1/2 tsp of table salt in 8 oz. of water) several times a day
Contact our office as soon as possible
Seek immediate medical attention if the swelling becomes life threatening

Bleeding After An Extraction:

Apply direct pressure and bite on a water moistened gauze sponge for 30 minutes
If bleeding persists gently rinse the mouth with ice cold water and reapply packing and bite on gauze.
Another option is to bite on a wet tea bag for 30 minutes
If bleeding persists call our office

Broken or Chipped Tooth:

Rinse mouth with warm water
Save any pieces
Apply cold compresses if any swelling and to relieve pain
If the area is very sensitive, you can use a cotton swab to apply clove oil (available from a local drug store or supermarket)
Contact our office

Cracked Tooth:

Symptoms include pain on chewing, pain with cold air, or pain for no reason at all
Commonly occurring dental problem
Teeth crack when subjected to the stress of chewing hard foods, ice, or hard objects. Usually associated with large silver or white fillings
Avoid using the offended tooth
The majority of cracked teeth (9 out of 10) can be treated by placement of a crown (cap). Complex cracks may involve the need for a root canal or extraction
Contact our office for evaluation

Erupting Teeth:

Use topical numbing such as Anbesol
Have the child bite down on a cold compress or towel wrapped in ice.

Jaw Possibly Broken:

Go to the hospital immediately
Apply cold compresses to the affected area

Knocked-Out Tooth:

Save the tooth and rinse off gently if dirty. Do not scrub.
If possible place back in the mouth and into the socket. Hold in place.
If not, place the tooth in milk
Get to the dentist as soon as possible

Lost Filling:

If no pain or discomfort, call for an appointment
If needed, rinse the affected area and place a temporary patch filling to the area (Dentemp or similar from area pharmacies)
If nothing else is available, sugarless gum can be placed in the cavity

Lost Crown or Temporary Crown:

Make an appointment and bring in the crown
In the meantime, attempt to seat the crown over the tooth using over-the-counter dental cement (Dentemp), toothpaste, or even a thin coat of Vaseline.
Do not use super glue
If unable to do so and the tooth remains sensitive then place a little clove oil (local drug stores or supermarket) with a cotton swab to the site

Objects Caught Between Teeth:

Try to remove with dental floss or an interdental cleaner
Avoid cutting the gums
If you cannot remove the object contact our office

Soft Tissue Injury:

Injuries to the lip, cheek, and tongue can occur
Clean the area gently with a cloth and peroxide
Apply direct pressure to the area
Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling
If the bleeding doesn't stop or the wound is deep seek immediate medical attention

Toothache:

Call our office to make an appointment
Rinse mouth with warm water
Use dental floss or interdental cleaner to remove any debris
Never place aspirin or any other pain killer directly on the site
Take an over-the-counter analgesic (Ibuprofen or Tylenol)
Placing an ice pack over the affected area can help
If you've lost a filling or crown, dip a cotton swab in clove oil (available in pharmacies and supermarkets) and place it on the affected part of the tooth. Topical anesthetics such as Anbesol can also be used, especially for gum pain.

Contact Our Sarasota Emergency Dentist

Dr. Dorociak sets aside special time for emergency patients so we can get you in as quickly as possible. Contact us now so we can book the earliest possible appointment for you. We are your Sarasota emergency dentist, and we are here for you!

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