Emergency Dental Care in Fairfax, VA
Dental emergencies are sometimes stressful and always inconvenient!
Your team at Tummerello & Pandak Family Dentistry understands that if you or a loved one is experiencing a dental emergency in Fairfax, you need a solution that provides fast relief. That’s why we leave time in our daily schedule to examine and treat emergency patients on the same day if possible.
Don’t hesitate to contact Tummerello & Pandak Family Dentistry at (703) 691-1511 for prompt dental care if your family encounters a dental emergency.
Dental Emergencies We Treat
Even if you’re unsure you have a tooth emergency, we encourage you to call us before heading to a hospital emergency room. Your Fairfax dentist is better equipped to handle dental emergencies than a hospital, and we may be able to save you time, money, and stress.
In addition, our team can assess your condition over the phone and determine if you need immediate attention, so always be sure to call us first. Some of the emergencies we handle are:
- Broken or chipped teeth: A broken or chipped tooth can be uncomfortable but might not need immediate attention. Our team will assess it with you over the phone and advise on the right steps to take next.
- Dental pain or a toothache: A constant toothache can indicate a dental infection. Treating an infection is essential because it can worsen and progress to neighboring teeth and even more critical areas of your body without treatment. And unfortunately, a tooth infection won’t resolve on its own.
- Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth: A knocked-out tooth needs immediate attention as our dentists have the best chance of saving it if we can treat it right away. Place the tooth back in its socket, if possible; if not, use milk or saliva to keep the root moist as you transport it to our dental office.
- Lost or damaged restorations: If a current crown or filling breaks or falls out, we need to repair or replace it to protect your tooth's integrity.
- Bleeding gums or soft tissues: If your gums, cheeks, or other soft tissues are bleeding or suffer an injury, we can help manage the discomfort.
How to Avoid Dental Emergencies
While some dental emergencies are caused by accidents or trauma, did you know that many can be prevented? With consistent semi-annual teeth cleanings and checkups, you can avoid problems like tooth decay and gum disease that often lead to more critical situations.
When we catch these concerns early on, we can often treat them with less costly and less invasive treatment procedures.
Call Us with Your Dental Emergency!
Contact your team at Tummerello & Pandak Family Dentistry if it’s time for your next checkup and teeth cleaning or if you’re experiencing an emergency. Even if it’s your first visit to our dental office, we’re here to help!
