What is an emergency endodontic treatment?
Endodontic emergencies are usually related to infections or teeth trauma that requires immediate treatment. It is an endodontic emergency if you have a progressive cavity that causes a tooth infection. When an injury causes a large chip or a crack in a tooth, exposing the pulp, there is a high risk of infection, and you should seek immediate emergency endodontic treatment. You may require emergency treatment from your endodontist if you have a sore tooth, gum swelling, or a recently cracked, broken, or chipped tooth.
Patients can avoid future endodontic procedures by properly maintaining their teeth and oral hygiene routine. Firstly, you should brush and floss regularly to prevent decay. Next, avoid chewing on hard objects or wearing mouthguards if you play contact sports to avoid chips, cracks, and damage to your teeth. Also, the teeth with endodontic treatments would last longer with proper maintenance.