Orthodontic Emergencies
Find a solution to your orthodontic emergency
Find a solution to your orthodontic emergency
No one plans to have a orthodontic emergency, and that’s why we offer affordable emergency exams, so you don’t need to wait to get the care you need to relieve your pain.
Necessary X-Rays
Limited Exam
Treatment Plan
Problem-Focused Exams
When issues arise, our team can perform problem-focused exams (also known as limited exams) where we will directly address the issue. Limited exams allow us to focus on what’s hurting or injured so we can immediately treat your emergency.
Weekend Appointments
Orthodontic emergencies don’t follow a schedule. That’s why we offer weekend appointments. Get the emergency care you need — even on the weekends.
Walk-In Appointments
If you’re having an orthodontic emergency, our care is available right away. If you can’t get to a phone, or just need to get help promptly, you can walk right into our office and get immediate care.
What do I do in an Orthodontic Emergency?
Keep Calm & Reduce Bleeding
We understand that any emergency can cause panic. You may be worried about irreversible damage to the teeth or further complications. It’s important to stay calm and know that any problem can be solved with treatment. If there is bleeding, apply pressure with gauze to the affected area. Keep it in place until you can safely reach our office.
Control Pain
If you can’t wait for pain relief before getting into the office, we recommend taking over-the-counter pain medication like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. These can alleviate the pain and swelling you may be experiencing. However, it’s important to avoid blood-thinning medications like aspirin, as they hinder clotting and make it difficult to control the flow of blood. You can also relieve pain by applying a cold compress to the cheek or lip near the affected area.
Call Us Right Away
The most important thing is to call us right away. Even if you are unsure whether it’s an orthodontic emergency or not, we can help you assist the situation so you can get the proper treatment to solve the problem. If it is an emergency, our team will get you into our care as soon as possible to receive the relief you deserve.
FaQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
