Category: Emergency Dentistry

If you have recently broken one or more of your natural teeth, it can feel like the world is crashing down around you. But if you know where to turn, then it gives to more power in the situation. This is why it is helpful to always keep the telephone number of your local emergency… Read more »

Dental injuries can happen, and when they do, it is important to know where to turn. If you have recently experienced a broken tooth, or if you have lost one, then you need to contact your local dentist quickly after the event for a number of reasons. If dealt with early, these is a possibility… Read more »

When you hurt a tooth, have a serious ache, or have another dental need, it can be quite stressful in the moment. You may be unsure of when to seek emergency care, or if the problem can wait until your next checkup. While all smile concerns should be examined, some should be treated urgently to… Read more »

In our last blog, we talked about what to do if you chip one of your pearly whites. This injury can be alarming but is often a less severe issue that can be restored with the help of bonding or a crown. Breaking or fracturing one of your pearly whites can be stressful, too, but… Read more »

Knowing what to do in an emergency situation allows you to stay calm and focus on what you need to do. You should have a plan for urgent smile situations, even if you do your best to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Injury to your pearly whites, lips, or gums, can happen at any… Read more »

If you’ve harmed your smile, Dr. Browne’s team in Prairie Village, KS, can help assess the injury and do their best to restore it. In many cases, they may be able to bring relief to an ongoing ache or repair a broken tooth. Occasionally, though, a seriously injured tooth may need to be removed to… Read more »