{"id":237,"date":"2020-03-25T12:51:45","date_gmt":"2020-03-25T12:51:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=237"},"modified":"2020-03-25T12:51:45","modified_gmt":"2020-03-25T12:51:45","slug":"when-should-you-visit-the-emergency-dentist-during-the-covid-19-pandemic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/25\/when-should-you-visit-the-emergency-dentist-during-the-covid-19-pandemic\/","title":{"rendered":"When Should You Visit the Emergency Dentist During the COVID-19 Pandemic?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_239208183__1585140552_24987-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"worried person speaking on their phone with an emergency dentist\" class=\"wp-image-238\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_239208183__1585140552_24987-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_239208183__1585140552_24987-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_239208183__1585140552_24987.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did your routine checkup and cleaning or cosmetic procedure get cancelled due to COVID-19? Unfortunately, many dentists had to halt their elective and non-emergency appointments to slow and hopefully even stop the spread of the virus. So, where does that leave you if you\u2019re experiencing pain or a knocked-out tooth? Fortunately, your emergency dentist is still open and taking patients for essential and urgent treatments. Read on to find out when you should contact them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Non-Emergent Dental Treatments &amp; Procedures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentists are currently halting elective, routine, and\ngenerally non-emergent dental treatments in an effort to address the official\nstatement made by the American Dental Association. This stated the following: \u201cThe\nADA is deeply concerned for the health and well-being of the public and the\ndental team. In order for dentistry to do its part to mitigate the spread of\nCOVID-19, the ADA recommends dentists nationwide postpone elective procedures\nfor the next three weeks\u2026\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a list of services that dentists are holding off from\nperforming in the weeks to come:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Follow-up visits<\/li><li>Routine checkups and cleanings<\/li><li>Orthodontic procedures which don\u2019t address pain<\/li><li>Preventive treatments, such as dental sealants<\/li><li>Extraction of teeth that aren\u2019t showing any symptoms\nor causing pain<\/li><li>Restorative dentistry, such as crafting dentures\nand bridges<\/li><li>Cosmetic treatments, including teeth whitening\nand porcelain veneers<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Emergencies During COVID-19<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, if you\u2019re experiencing any amount of pain, it\u2019s likely\ndue to an issue that needs to be addressed in a timely manner. If you\u2019re unsure\nof whether the problem warrants an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency\nvisit<\/a>, contact your dentist beforehand to discuss your symptoms. Here is a\nlist of some problems that would be considered dental emergencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Tooth infection that is resulting in a severe\ntoothache<\/li><li>Facial swelling<\/li><li>Dental trauma, such as a broken or fractured\ntooth<\/li><li>Pain from wisdom teeth<\/li><li>Any dental treatment required before a critical\nmedical procedure<\/li><li>Final restoration placement if the old one has\nbeen lost<\/li><li>Biopsy of possibly cancerous tissue<\/li><li>Severe tooth decay causing pain<\/li><li>Suture removal <\/li><li>Denture adjustment that impacts the function<\/li><li>Replacing temporary fillings if experiencing pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Importance of Not Waiting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though it can feel nerve-wracking to have to make a\njudgement call and pick up the phone to dial your emergency dentist, it\u2019s well\nworth it. Typically, these issues only get worse the longer you wait, which is\nwhy it\u2019s important to act quickly. In urgent situations, time is of the essence\nand often means the difference between saving and losing a tooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need any over-the-phone first-aid guidance or a\nsecond opinion as to whether your issue constitutes as a dental emergency, don\u2019t\nhesitate to contact your emergency dentist. With fast and effective treatment,\nthey\u2019ll be able to get your oral health back on track so you won\u2019t have to\nworry anymore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. James Maurer has decades of experience under his belt\nand has helped countless patients with their emergency dental problems. He\ntakes the time to listen to each of his patient\u2019s issues and symptoms to make a\nfast and thorough diagnosis. That way, he can efficiently cure the issue, so\nyou can get back to your daily life. If you\u2019re experiencing an emergency, he\u2019ll\nmake sure that you receive treatment that same day, so you don\u2019t have to wait\nin pain. For questions or to schedule an urgent appointment, visit Longmont\nComplete Dentistry\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncall 303-772-7000. &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did your routine checkup and cleaning or cosmetic procedure get cancelled due to COVID-19? Unfortunately, many dentists had to halt their elective and non-emergency appointments to slow and hopefully even stop the spread of the virus. So, where does that leave you if you\u2019re experiencing pain or a knocked-out tooth? 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