{"id":15,"date":"2017-02-23T18:42:25","date_gmt":"2017-02-23T18:42:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.regiondentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=15"},"modified":"2025-07-24T13:29:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T13:29:21","slug":"got-problem-emergency-dentist-la-porte-can-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regiondentalcare.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/23\/got-problem-emergency-dentist-la-porte-can-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Got a Problem? Your Emergency Dentist in La Porte Can Help"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"EmergencyYou never know when a dental emergency is going to happen, but knowing how to handle one could make all the difference in the outcome. Your emergency dentist in La Porte is committed to providing dental care at those critical times when waiting is difficult. We offer early morning and evening appointments, and in many cases, same day appointments for dental emergencies. We know that having a plan in advance can help ease the anxiety one faces during times of pain and stress. Dr. Daniel Berquist and Dr. Joseph Ornelas can offer first aid tips over the phone, answer questions and schedule appointments so you can get the immediate help you need.<\/p>\n

Should I Go To The Emergency Room?<\/h2>\n

It is important to realize when you are having an emergency that would best be handled at an emergency room. If you are experiencing bleeding that lasts for one or more hours or think your jaw may be broken, you need to seek immediate medical treatment. Always be sure to give us a call on your way so that we can work together with other healthcare providers to restore your oral health quickly and safely.<\/p>\n

Region Dental\u2019s 4 C\u2019s of Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re experiencing an emergency such as a knocked out tooth or an abscess, use the following as a guideline until you are able to receive dental care:<\/p>\n

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  1. Remain calm<\/strong> \u2014 We know this can be hard, especially if you are in severe pain. However, it is important to keep your blood pressure down so that the severity of the damage and pain can be properly assessed. It is also helpful when needing to get any bleeding stopped.<\/li>\n
  2. Call<\/strong> \u2014 Be sure to call our team as soon as possible. We can help guide you through any first aid steps that may be necessary before arriving at our office.<\/li>\n
  3. Clean<\/strong> \u2014 It is important to try and clean the area affected by swishing with warm water. This will clean out any debris or blood. If there are missing teeth, be careful to handle them by the biting surface only and not the root area, and rinse gently with water.<\/li>\n
  4. Cold<\/strong> \u2014 To reduce swelling, relieve pain and slow bleeding, use an ice pack in 20 minute intervals \u2014 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The 5 Most Common Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n