Should I go to the ER or a Dentist for a Dental Emergency

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Family Dentists Serving Palo Alto, CA
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How Do You Define Dental Emergency?

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• Dental emergencies can lead even to worse health
  problems if left untreated.
• Here are some common dental emergencies
• Severe pain in or around the mouth
• Trauma to the mouth, jaw, or teeth
• Heavy bleeding or bleeding gums that cant be
  controlled
• A knocked or loose tooth
• Swollen face or cheeks with or without pain
• Painful swelling
• Extreme tooth sensitivity to temperature or
  chewing

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Disadvantages Of Going To The ER For A
Dental Emergency
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ER doctors and health care providers will treat
symptoms with pain relief medications and
antibiotics not the source of the problem.
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While a doctor in the emergency room has training
on medicine, they usually dont have the same
kind of mouth-specific knowledge that your
hygienist and dentist have.
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You will still be advised to see a dentist after
and ER visit to treat the underlying cause of the
dental emergency.
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Why A Dentist Is Preferable For Your
Dental Emergencies
Not only does the dentist have the tools,
materials, and knowledge to treat nearly all
dental emergencies, but they also have the
capability to offer ongoing follow-up care.
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ER doctors are not trained in dentistry and do
not have the expertise to treat the underlying
cause of your dental emergency.
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The dentist may also save you money and time. A
visit to the ER may take hours or even longer,
particularly if the hospital has seriously
injured or ill patients to treat.
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Is It Possible To Prevent Emergency Dental Visits?
Always wear a mouthguard when playing
high-contact sports like boxing, hockey,
football, or rugby. Initially, it might be a bit
uncomfortable, but its nothing compared to
chipping or losing a tooth.
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Practice excellent oral care. Flossing and
flushing regularly are among the best ways to
keep your teeth healthy.
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Commit to regular dental checkups. Via these
checkups, your dentist may address dental
problems well before they become an emergency.
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Conclusion

Now that you are aware of what is categorized
under dental emergency, you can appreciate that
timely treatment is vital to prevent the
situation from worsening. Fortunately, at
Cambridge Dental Studio, our emergency dentists
in Palo Alto are always ready whenever you need
emergency dental services. Never hesitate to make
a call when you are having an emergency!
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Cambridge Dental Studio

• Compassion, Expertise, Care

At Cambridge Dental Studio we have one goal the
total well-being of our patients. Our
Philosophy? Our ethical duty is to always be on
your side. Let us know. We will work diligently
with you and for you, on all fronts, financial
and health.
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Your health isnt solved with one visit, its
always changing and evolving.  At Cambridge
Dental Studio, we adapt, change and grow with you.
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Alex Yen, DDS Cambridge Dental Studio
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Our Services

• General Dentists in Palo Alto

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Meet Our Dentists
Jessica Sheu, DDS
As a dentist, Dr. Sheu is gentle and calm, yet
passionate about oral healthcare and helping
patients both look and feel their best. It is of
utmost value to her that every patient is heard
and understood, in order to establish a feeling
of mutual trust, and to work together to allow
the patient to make decisions for their best
interests.
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Contact US
ADDRESS
409 Cambridge Ave, Suite A Palo Alto, CA 94306
BUSINESS HOURS
Mon, Tue, Thur 8am to 5pm Fri 8am to 1pm
EMAIL
info_at_cambridgedentalstudio.com
PHONE
650 382 3068
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Thank You!