There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify.
However, when it comes to long-term solutions for other dental problems, an emergency room visit may fall short. If you suffer from a major toothache, cavity, a broken tooth, crown, or veneer, it’s better to go straight to the dentist for treatment.
the doctor can provide you with a treatment plan that will be long lasting. When you visit an ER for a common dental problem, more likely you’ll only be given temporary relief for a serious and ongoing problem.
In many cases, the emergency room will give you pain medication to mask the symptoms until you can schedule an appointment at our , Wisconsin office. That results in a lot of wasted time, as well as two separate medical bills. The ER may give you a temporary crown or filling, but you will still need a follow-up appointment for a permanent restoration.
We recommend you find the nearest emergency dental clinic, or even try a home remedy to relieve the pain until you can schedule an emergency appointment at Williams and Pearce Dental. A warm salt-water rinse or cold compress can be used to sooth tooth and gum pain in the meantime.
If you experience a dental emergency and are unsure about what to do, feel free to contact our , Wisconsin office at any time. We will fit you into our schedule right away and figure out the best course of treatment for your problem.