The CDC has set forth guidelines for dental procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Lovett Dental is committed to putting patient safety first. Dental practices have been asked to limit patient visits to emergency dental procedures only during this time. However, you may not know what oral health issues are emergencies, as dangerous infections and other problems can persist without obvious symptoms. We are open during the COVID-19 pandemic for emergency dental procedures. Read below to know the symptoms you should look out for.
Emergency Dental Procedures During Coronavirus Quarantine
Even a toothache or sore dentures can be a sign of more severe problems. Our overall well-being is closely connected to dental health, so maintaining good oral health is important, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bacteria from gum disease can get into the bloodstream and cause plaque to build up in the arteries. This can lead to cardiovascular issues like blockages or heart attacks.
Bacteria from tooth infections can also cause respiratory infections. Since the coronavirus affects the lungs, having a pre-existing respiratory infection could cause further complications. Taking care of infected teeth now can prevent more serious health problems later.
Some signs of serious dental health issues and reasons to visit a dentist for emergency dental procedures include the following:
- Severe, lasting pain in your tooth or jaw
- A knocked-out or loosened tooth
- Chipped, cracked or broken tooth
- Sore dentures
- Lost crown
- Oral injury from trauma
- Persistent swelling
- Consistent bleeding in the gums
Toothaches can keep you from sleeping, eating, or carrying out normal activities. If a toothache cannot be resolved through pain relievers, contact a dentist for an emergency dental exam. You may need a root canal or other procedure if the tooth has decayed.
When left untreated, infection and decay can cause serious health issues. Even a chipped tooth can be an avenue for infection to set in. By treating these issues now, you can avoid costly, complicated dental procedures down the road.
If you have broken a tooth, your dentist might be able to restore it if you can come in quickly. Your dentist can also restore a knocked-out tooth by cleaning out the socket and reinserting the tooth with a splint to hold it in place as it reconnects to the jaw.
Dental Practices Open During COVID-19 Pandemic
By focusing on emergency care, we are also doing our part to reduce the strain on hospitals at this time. Since infections can lead to more serious issues, by treating these dental health problems now you can avoid complications later.
Lovett Dental is open during the COVID-19 pandemic for emergency dental procedures. If you have persistent pain, swelling, or bleeding, contact us today.
During this time, even if you do not need emergency dental procedures, Lovett Dental is available to answer any questions and provide advice for oral health issues. Our experienced staff will be able to tell you if you need to come in for a dental exam.
Lovett Dental is Open for Emergency Dental Procedures
At Lovett Dental, we are taking extensive steps to ensure the safety of all our patients while open during the COVID-19 pandemic. These include screenings for fevers or other coronavirus symptoms, protective gear for our dentists and hygienists, and strict sanitation guidelines within our practice.
If you are experiencing pain, swelling, or other signs of serious dental health issues, reach out to Lovett today to speak to our staff about emergency dental procedures. Your health is of utmost importance, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, so if you have questions about symptoms you are experiencing, give us a call at 281-998-8800 today.
When you head to a Lovett Dental office in Texas, you head towards the capable hands of our certified dentists. From helping children to offering specialty services, our trained dentists have what you need to keep your smile looking its best.
