Dental Emergencies | Toothache Treatment in Reno

Causes of Tooth Pain That May Require Emergency Dental Care

There are many different causes for tooth pain. Some require urgent dental treatment. 

Tooth Decay and Cavities 

Advanced tooth decay can cause pain in the teeth, usually a throbbing sensation. This happens when decay reaches the inner layers of the tooth where you have nerves. 

Gum Disease and Abscesses 

Gum infections and abscesses (a buildup of pus) can lead to swelling, localized pain, and difficulty swallowing. If you have an abscess or sores in your mouth that won’t heal, you should see a dentist immediately. 

Cracked, Chipped, or Broken Tooth 

Pain from tooth fractures can be immense and immediate. Any instances of cracked, chipped, or broken teeth are a dental emergency, and you should be seen by a dentist immediately. Even small chips can be of concern. 

Wisdom Teeth and Impaction 

Severe toothaches can be caused by impacted or infected wisdom teeth. Impacted teeth means a tooth that is stuck in the bone or gums and doesn’t grow in like it should. This often happens with wisdom teeth that have not been removed. In many cases, these can become infected. This is a dental emergency, as the infection may spread to other parts of the body.  

Trauma or Injury 

Trauma or injury to the teeth are almost always dental emergencies. Especially in the case of knocked-out teeth. The sooner you can see us, the greater the chance we have of saving your tooth. Other traumas that are a dental emergency in Reno, NV, include broken braces or braces wires, loose teeth, and other accidents causing dental pain.

Symptoms That Indicate a Severe Toothache Emergency 

While it’s not always easy to tell when tooth pain is a legitimate emergency, and many cases are borderline, there are some symptoms that indicate you need a Reno toothache treatment immediately:

• Severe, unrelenting tooth pain or dull ache not relieved by over-the-counter pain relievers
• Visible swelling in gums, face, or jaw
• Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking
• Dental abscess with pus, fever, or a foul taste in mouth  
• Bleeding gums or exposed tooth root
• Tooth sensitivity lasting after cold/hot foods

These symptoms often bely a more serious problem in the mouth, such as an infection or deep decay. In some instances, they can indicate nerve damage. The reason you should see a dentist right away is that these conditions can worsen quickly. In the case of infections, these can even be deadly, if left long enough without treatment. 

If you experience any of the above symptoms, call right away and our Reno team can help you quickly. 

What To Do at Home During a Dental Emergency

If you’re having a dental emergency, a few home remedies may bring you some relief and buy you some time until you can get to an emergency dentist. 

Temporary Relief Before Seeing the Dentist

• Use a cold compress to reduce inflammation: You can soak a towel in cold water or use an ice pack and hold it on the painful area to help reduce swelling. When using an ice pack, always cover it with a towel to avoid harming the skin.
• Warm salt water rinse to clean and reduce bacteria: Mix one teaspoon of salt into a cup of warm water. The measurements don’t need to be exact. Gargle or rinse your mouth with the solution for up to a minute, then spit it out. This can be done up to five times a day. 
• Over-the-counter pain relievers (ibuprofen, acetaminophen): You can take over the counter pain medication such as Tylenol or Advil, but always use as directed. If you’re bleeding, stay away from aspirin, as it can make blood harder to clot.  

What NOT To Do

• Don’t apply aspirin to gum tissue: This can burn your gums and cause further issues.  
• Don’t ignore symptoms, as they may lead to advanced infection: Infections are almost always easier to treat when they are caught early. 
• Don’t wait until regular business hours if pain is worsening: Call an emergency dentist like ours at Absolute Dental right away. We offer same-day appointments for all of your emergencies. 

Don’t wait until things get worse. Call immediately for relief

When To See a Dentist vs. ER for Tooth Pain

When it comes to toothaches specifically, the emergency room is able to handle some aspects of the issue, but cannot handle others. 

If you go to the emergency room for a toothache, they can help you with pain management by providing medication. They can also provide antibiotics if you have an infection. However, it is unlikely they will be able to treat the underlying problem. 

A dentist can perform procedures that deal with most issues associated with tooth pain. These include: 

• Root canals
• Tooth extractions
• Drainage of abscess
• Chipped/broken tooth repair
• And much more 

Just about the only time you should go to the emergency room over seeing an emergency dentist for issues in the mouth includes severe trauma with bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, and severe facial swelling that is spreading. These issues are immediately life-threatening and should be seen within minutes. In most cases, you should call 911.

Emergency Dental Treatments We Provide in Reno 

Emergency Extractions

Our Reno tooth extractions emergency team can remove any abscessed, infected, or severely decayed teeth.

Root Canal Therapy

In cases where an infected tooth root is causing severe pain, our team can perform emergency root canal therapy.

Dental Restorations

Our team can provide emergency dental restorations, including filling cracked or decayed teeth.

Abscess and Infection Treatment

Our world-class team can provide drainage of swelling and pus for any abscesses. We are also able to prescribe antibiotic therapy for those with an infection.

Chipped or Broken Tooth Repair

Our broken tooth Reno emergency team can place emergency bonding and crowns on any chipped or broken teeth.

Why Choose Absolute Dental for Emergency Toothache Relief in Reno?

Absolute Dental has more than 50 Nevada locations to serve you and the whole family during times of dental emergency, as well as for regular checkups, braces, oral surgery, periodontal work, and more. Our offerings include conveniently located Reno emergency dental clinics.

At Absolute Dental, we don’t want anyone to go without dental care for lack of funds or dental insurance. We offer transparent pricing, payment plans for those without insurance, and our innovative Smile Saver plan that can save money for the whole family. For those with dental insurance, we accept almost all major brands and dental emergencies are almost always covered. 

For those having an emergency, we offer same-day, compassionate emergency appointments, so you can get the care you need, when you need it. We also offer many different levels of comfort for those with anxiety or who need time-consuming work, including sleep dentistry.

And last but not least, our skilled dentists, hygienists, and support staff are the heart of our organization. We’re here for the whole family for urgent dental care, including children, and the elderly. Absolute Dental in Reno offers urgent care dentistry without long wait times.

Preventing Future Dental Emergencies 

Perhaps the best way of preventing a future dental emergency is to get regular checkups and cleanings. This can help spot any issues before they grow into larger problems.

You should also brush twice per day and floss in the evening. This will help keep your teeth as clean and healthy as possible, and help avoid decay and infections. 

Early treatment of cavities and gum disease is essential as well. This can prevent advanced infections. 

The best defense against dental emergencies is a good offense. If you take care of your teeth, they’ll usually take care of you. 

Request Immediate Care Today — Contact Absolute Dental’s Reno Emergency Dentist

Whether you have a swollen gums Reno emergency, a knocked-out tooth, or a classic toothache that seems like it just won’t stop hurting, call our emergency team at Absolute Dental for immediate care. 

Walk-ins are always welcome for same-day emergency services, and we’re always taking new patients. Call our emergency hotline at (702) 744-8009 to speak to a board-certified dentist in minutes.

And if you’re worried about money, don’t be. We take almost all major insurances, and for those without, our innovative Smile Saver plan and payment plans are generous and fair.

We have multiple locations near Reno to serve you