Why Preventative Care Can Help You Avoid an Emergency Dental Visit

If you’ve ever had to visit the ER or your dentist’s office for a dental emergency in Perkasie, PA, you know firsthand how scary these visits can be. The truth is that dental emergencies aren’t just painful for you, but they can also be painful for your wallet, as these type of urgent treatments typically cost hundreds of dollars more than scheduled services and cleanings.

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Many dental issues do not begin as emergencies. Unfortunately, patients may ignore minor problems for long periods of time, causing them to become worse. Eventually, the dental issues become so severe that they require a costly emergency dental visit. Some of the most common symptoms of dental emergencies include:

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• A persistent toothache that becomes worse over time.
• Cavities that haven’t been detected and/or treated
• Swollen or painful gums
• Gums that bleed easily (most noticeable when brushing and flossing)
• Permanent teeth that feel loose

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If you are experiencing any one of these issues, it may not be too late to avoid an emergency visit to your Doylestown dentist at Bash Dental. There are also a few regular steps that you can add to your daily routine to help avoid the need for emergency dental care in the future, including:

• Completing recommended dental care. If your dentist advises you to seek a filling, root canal or crown, putting off these services will only lead to more painful (and expensive!) treatment options down the road.

• Ask your dentist if you have a gum disease. Gum diseases can weaken the health of your teeth, leaving you more prone to dental issues. You may need more regular dentist appointments depending on the severity of your gum disease.

• Avoid chewy, sticky, or excessively hard food and candy. You should avoid these types of food, especially if you have braces or other sensitive dental work.

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If you have been putting off dental work, give our team at Bash Dental a call today at (215) 348-8877 to schedule an appointment so you can avoid an emergency dental visit in the future.