Emergency Toothache Treatment Available in Pinellas Park, FL

If you have an emergency toothache, don’t panic. Instead, act quickly and contact Florida Dental Centers in Pinellas Park, FL. We’ll make every effort to see you as soon as possible. And, you won’t have to worry about feeling rushed just because you didn’t schedule an advance appointment. We consistently receive high marks from our patients — including those who have dental emergencies — regarding the care and overall experience we provide.

The dental professionals at Florida Dental Centers always advise against ignoring an emergency toothache — even if the pain goes away just as quickly as it came on. Sometimes, a cavity deep within a tooth can provide a direct path for bacteria to reach the living tissue inside the tooth’s pulp. The resulting inflammation can inhibit the flow of blood and other nutrients to the tooth’s nerve. If this happens, the body’s immune system will do its best to fight off the infection and save the tooth, but sometimes a nerve will “starve” and die. While the pain will go away as a result, the underlying infection will remain and may require treatment.

To help prevent this from happening and find relief as quickly as possible, here’s what we suggest you do for an emergency toothache:

• Note when your pain started, how long it lasts, and whether there is any swelling around your painful tooth
• Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, if necessary
• Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to soothe your gums
• Call Florida Dental Centers in Pinellas Park right away

While you should try to remain calm when facing a toothache emergency, keep in mind that the faster you take action, the faster you can receive appropriate treatment. This is important because prompt dental care for an emergency toothache can greatly increase the likelihood of preserving the tooth and avoiding more serious problems.

Whether you are coping with an emergency toothache, due for a dental checkup, or would like to see a dentist for any other reason, Florida Dental Centers is here for you. Contact us today at our office in Pinellas Park, FL.