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It\u2019s easy to think of a toothache or dental sensitivity as something that\u2019s relatively \u201cnormal\u201d or \u201charmless.\u201d And sometimes they are \u2013 a sinus infection, for example, can make your upper and lower arches ache, but isn\u2019t necessarily a dental emergency. At the same time, sore pearly whites are also <\/em>a sign of cavities. So how do you know when it\u2019s time to seek out urgent dental care?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you experience one of these five symptoms, it\u2019s best to pick up the phone and call your emergency dentist<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Specific Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The difference between a sinus infection and a cavity is often that a sinus infection will make an entire arch feel achy. A cavity, meanwhile, typically targets a specific tooth. True, it\u2019s possible to have multiple cavities in multiple teeth, but if you can point out the exact pearly whites that are hurting, it\u2019s probably a cavity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Dental or Restoration Damage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you chip or crack an organic tooth or an inorganic restoration, it\u2019s important to see your emergency dentist ASAP. Dental damage can leave your smile more vulnerable to further harm, and will only get worse with time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Knocked Out Tooth or Restoration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, if your natural tooth, dental implant, crown, filling, etc. gets completely knocked out of place, it\u2019s time for an emergency dental visit. Knocked out natural teeth in particular require very <\/em>prompt care, as the odds of them remaining viable drastically decrease after one hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Pinpoint Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your teeth hurt when you eat hot or cold foods, it could simply mean your enamel has naturally worn down over time. But if a specific tooth is more sensitive than normal, then it\u2019s more likely you have an emergency-worthy cavity or infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Abscessed Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An abscess is a pimple-like bump that usually appears somewhere between your tooth and gumline. If you see one, do not pop it. <\/em>It\u2019s a sign of serious infection, and the abscess is full of harmful pus and fluid. Breaking it open could spread the infection to your other pearly whites. Instead, simply leave it alone and pick up that phone to call your emergency dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These five concerning symptoms might be a good sign you need to visit an emergency dentist, but remember \u2013 you\u2019re free to call your oral health professional whenever you\u2019re worried about a dental abnormality. Even if it turns out to be something benign, your dentist will be glad they could put your nerves at ease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Kristin B. Petulla<\/a> and Dr. Jennifer L. Kazemi<\/a> are both highly experienced dentists in Marlton. They have a compassionate care approach, and understand that abnormal oral symptoms can be alarming. If you believe you might need emergency dental treatment, Dr. Petulla and Dr. Kazemi will do their best to see you on the same day of your call so they can get to the bottom of your symptoms promptly. To make a same-day emergency appointment, call their office<\/a> directly at 856-983-4846.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s easy to think of a toothache or dental sensitivity as something that\u2019s relatively \u201cnormal\u201d or \u201charmless.\u201d And sometimes they are \u2013 a sinus infection, for example, can make your upper and lower arches ache, but isn\u2019t necessarily a dental emergency. At the same time, sore pearly whites are also a sign of cavities. So […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-289","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n5 Signs You Need to Visit an Emergency Dentist | Kristin Petulla DDS<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"It can be difficult to tell how urgent your oral symptoms are. 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