Houston, TX dental office provides emergency services

Emergencies are situations that can arise without any prior notice. Most emergencies are inconvenient, and sometimes, they happen at the worst time. When dental emergencies occur, Houston, TX area patients must have an emergency dental office in mind for service as needed. Dr. Monti Harpalani and his team at Vivid Dental are happy to offer immediate care for many dental emergencies, even for patients who have never visited his office before. Dr. Monti Harpalani understands the urgency that comes with dental emergencies and knows that some problems require same-day attention to resolve, such as knocked-out teeth. With immediate care, patients can address their dental concerns and get back to their day with less interruption.

What is a dental emergency?

Dental emergencies are best defined by Dr. Monti Harpalani, as situations that arise within the oral cavity that require immediate attention. This may include several different problems, including:

• Knocked-out teeth
• Broken teeth or restorations
• Loose or lost restorations (crowns, bridges, etc.)
• Cuts to the soft tissues of the mouth
• Continued bleeding after oral surgeries
• Broken appliances such as retainers or dentures
• Chipped, cracked, or severely damaged teeth
• Severe toothache that cannot be managed with over-the-counter pain medications

How can I avoid dental emergencies?

Not all dental problems can be avoided. There are times when the unexpected occurs and requires the assistance of an emergency dental office. Other times, damage to the teeth may be avoided with the use of a mouthguard. Many high impact sports such as football, hockey, and soccer can significantly increase the chances of a patient experiencing a dental emergency. That is why most of these sports will strongly encourage and sometimes demand the use of mouthguards. Mouthguards are special appliances made for a patient to wear during high impact sports to protect their mouth from damage, reducing their risk of knocked out teeth or cut gum tissues.

Call the team at Vivid Dental today.

Call 281-809-4902 to connect with our Houston, TX area professionals to learn more about emergency dental services available at our practice. Dr. Monti Harpalani and his team are located at 11560 FM 1960 West, Suite #200, and continues to provide care for existing and new patients of the community.