When should you visit a dentist for emergency reasons? Read this slideshare to find out 9 reasons you should make an appointment with a dentist immediately.

1. 9 Emergency Reasons to Visit a
Dentist
If you’re wondering if you need to see a dentist, you
probably should.

2. 1. Sensitivity to hot and cold
 Often a sensitivity to hot and cold
foods can mean you have a cavity
or root canal that needs to be
taken care of.
 If you have recently had work done
on your teeth, temperature
sensitivity can also be a side effect.

3. 2. Sensitivity to sweets
 Sensitivity to sugary foods and drinks can also be a
sign of cavities. See a dentist to find out if you have
cavities that need to be taken care of.

4. 3. Tooth pain
 If you have a tooth that aches, hurts when you put
pressure on it, or throbs constantly, see a dentist to
find out what the problem is.

5. 4. Tongue pain
 Tongue pain can be caused by biting it, burning it on
hot food, or causes as serious as tongue cancer. If
your tongue hurts for more than a few days, see a
dentist to get advice.

6. 5. Bleeding gums
 Bleeding gums can be a sign of periodontal disease. A
dentist can help you learn ways to stop bleeding
gums and prevent future problems.

7. 6. Unusual swelling or lumps
 Unusual swelling or lumps in your mouth can be a sign
of oral cancer. During an oral exam with your dentist,
he or she will usually look for these anomalies to
catch the earliest stages of oral cancer.

8. 7. Broken teeth
 Breaking a tooth is extremely painful and is best dealt
with immediately after it happens. Make an
emergency appointment with your dentist if you
break a tooth.

9. 8. Loose teeth
 Loose, wiggly teeth are sometimes symptoms of
problems below the gum line that you can’t even see.
A mouth x-ray will show if there are problems with
your teeth or jaw bones.

10. 9. Jaw pain
 Jaw pain comes from different causes, some worse
than others. If you get in an accident and injure your
jaw, you should see a doctor and a dentist to see
what needs to be done to help you heal.

11. Choose the right dentist!
 If you need to visit the dentist for any reason, be sure you
choose the right dentist for your pain.
 If you live in Broomfield, Colorado, call McBride Family
Dental for emergency dental appointments or a regular
dental cleaning.
 For more tips on how to choose a dentist in your area,
check out this dentist guide and our blog with fun and
interesting articles.
 For more information, contact McBride Family Dental.