Emergency Dentist in St. Albert
Accidents happen. Sometimes illness strikes. One morning you might wake up to an unexpected pain in your teeth or gums. Emergency dental situations can happen to anyone. But when something is affecting your oral health, you should never suffer in silence, dental issues, like all other health issues, can worsen if left untreated. Knowing what to do during a dental emergency can be confusing. The first step to take is booking an appointment for your dental emergency with a dentist. And you don’t have to drive all the way into Edmonton to find an emergency dentist either. There’s an emergency dentist right here in St. Albert. Dr. Lon Riemer provides emergency dental services for anyone experiencing a dental emergency. If you have an urgent dental issue like pain, discomfort, or infection, come to Dr. Riemer’s St. Albert clinic right away. Our clinic offers emergency dental services for all your urgent dental care needs whether you are an existing or new patient.
What causes a dental emergency?
Dental emergencies can be brought on by a variety of reasons. Teeth can become broken or dislodged through physical trauma such as being hit in the mouth, falling and hitting your face, or biting something too hard. Other times dental emergencies are caused by illnesses like autoimmune diseases or stomach issues causing acid reflux. Dental emergencies can occur through dental work that doesn’t take or was installed incorrectly, and, sometimes, untreated dental issues like cavities or infection can progress to a point of becoming an emergency.
What kind of dental emergencies do you handle?
There are a number of different dental health care issues that warrant an emergency trip to the dentist. Some of the most common dental emergencies are:
- Abscess or other oral infection
- Toothache
- Pain
- Swelling in the jaw or neck
- Injury
- Chipped or broken tooth
- Extruded or partially dislodged tooth
- Knocked out tooth
- Bleeding
- Lost filling or crown
If it’s an emergency, and you need to see a dentist in St. Albert, call Dr. Lon A. Riemer, we would be happy to provide you with swift, emergency care. Fill out an appointment request or come and see us right away. We’ll do our best to get you in as soon as possible so that we can diagnose the problem and get you on the road to recovery!
Why do I need emergency dental service?
If you are experiencing any of the above dental problems and in oral distress, it is important to visit a trained emergency dentist as soon as possible. Ignoring a dental emergency is not only painful, but if left untreated can worsen and lead to health issues and other side effects. Untreated dental issues can lead to tooth decay and needing teeth to be removed, spread infections, and sometimes can lead to life-threatening sepsis. Don’t wait, if you or a loved one has a dental emergency, contact an emergency dentist straight away.
What should I do in a dental emergency?
The most important thing to do in a dental emergency is stay calm. It is important to get to a dentist’s office as soon as possible. Call Dr. Lon Riemer and let our team know your situation and that you are coming. If you are experiencing pain, take over the counter pain medication and rinse with salt water if you are able. You can also apply an ice pack to your face to reduce any swelling and reduce pain.
What other services do you offer?
We offer a wide range of dental services including teeth whitening, family and children’s dentistry, general dentistry, wisdom tooth removal, crowns, dental implants and more. Visit us today to make an appointment. New patients are always welcome! Book your appointment here.