Emergency Dentist - Apex, NC

Another reason for a patient to seek emergency dentistry is the severe and sudden toothache. Your tooth may have started with a little cavity, but as it grew it becomes large and could require a root canal. If it has reached this stage, it will be causing you unbearable pain that can come on suddenly. This form of pain will not only make you feel physically ill; it will hinder your ability to eat or drink. Dr. Brace can repair a cavity and restore your ability to function once again.

A cavity is a form of infection, and when it reaches a certain point, it will affect more than just your tooth. An infection is considered a severe medical condition and will spread quickly to other parts of your body such as your liver and brain. This quick spread is a good reason for you to seek emergency dentistry to prevent more serious health risks. Any form of infection in your mouth is an emergency dentistry issue. You will be experiencing a lot of pain from an infected or abscessed tooth which is why you will need relief quickly. If you do not treat this infection right away, it could lead to damaging your jaw bone and spread into your neck and head.

If the tooth can be saved, it will usually require a root canal (removing the infected nerve tissue) and a crown to protect the remaining natural tooth structure. If the affected tooth is not savable, the dentist will need to remove the tooth. Dr. Brace would need to evaluate your tooth in person to determine the best course of treatment for you.

We provide emergency dental care to people of all ages in Apex, Holly Springs, Cary and Fuquay-Varina in Wake County, NC and close-by communities.

To learn more about our emergency care, call Twin Leaf Dentistry at 919.863.3933 or book online now!