How can we help you?
We are here to help guide our patients so they can make informed decisions about their dental care. This is why we love to answer your questions!
We've gathered some of the most common questions we hear at Sky Vally Dental; however, please feel free to contact our dental office if the answer you're looking for isn't here.
Emergency Dentistry
We are usually able to get our patients in the same-day for emergencies to have the problem area assessed. Sometimes we are even able to provide same-day treatment to resolve the problem but if that is not an option we try our best to provide temporary relief until we can reserve a time for the definitive treatment.
Is a gum abscess an emergency?
A gum abscess is usually accompanied by pain and swelling, even fever. This is a true dental emergency and you should seek a dentist’s help right away!
Contact Our Monroe WA Dental Clinic
Our Monroe dental clinic is prepared to deal with all types of dental emergencies. Please contact Sky Valley Dental for more information.
There are many reasons why your tooth can be in pain. However when a tooth is in pain that usually means there is a big enough problem (i.e. caries, fracture, gum infection) that is affecting the nerves in and around the tooth that needs to be taken care of sooner than later.
Schedule A Dental Exam in Monroe
The first step should be to call your Monroe, WA dentist and set up an exam where the dentist can pinpoint the cause of the pain and also prepare a solution for that tooth or area.
Common Dental Emergencies
How do you know if you have a dental emergency? Any of the following problems may be considered a situation that we need to treat sooner rather than later.
- Toothache
- Broken or cracked tooth
- Lost crown or filling
- Broken denture
- Tooth infection or abscess
- Swollen, puffy, or inflamed gums
- Knocked-out teeth and dental trauma
All of these emergencies can be upsetting, but not all of them require immediate treatment. If you are currently dealing with one of the situations listed above, please call Sky Valley Dental at (360) 794-5788 as soon as possible.
How We Help With Your Dental Emergency
When you call, a supportive member of our dental team will take your call and ask you about your symptoms. They’ll determine if your situation requires same-day emergency treatment, or if we can safely schedule you for our next available appointment.
The first step is to get you out of pain and make sure you’re comfortable. We may be able to complete treatment that day, but we will provide the interim relief you need until we can make an opening in our schedule for you.
Contact Our Monroe Dental Clinic
If you need emergency dentistry in Monroe, WA, call Dr. Yunki Cho at Sky Valley Dental, so we can help you.
Text us right away at (360) 794-5788. Even though our office is closed for routine care on Sundays, we still monitor messages, and Dr. Cho is on call for true emergencies.
While you wait to hear back, take a few simple steps. Rinse your mouth with warm water to clear away any debris. If you find a piece of the broken tooth, save it and bring it with you to your appointment. If the edge feels sharp, cover it with a small piece of sugar-free gum or dental wax so it does not cut your tongue or cheek. An ice pack on your cheek, 15 minutes on and 15 minutes off, can help with any swelling or discomfort.
Not every broken tooth needs an emergency room visit. If you are in pain but otherwise feel fine, texting us a photo helps us figure out the best next step, whether that means seeing you as soon as we open or scheduling you for our next available day. If you notice heavy bleeding, facial swelling, a fever, or trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the emergency room first, then text us so we can follow up on your dental care.
Once we see you, we will let you know your options. Many broken teeth can be restored with a same-day crown right here in our office, so you are not stuck waiting weeks for a permanent fix.