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Knowing when to call your dentist is important. Dental emergencies can be stressful, and if you are in pain the situation can be hard to handle. At R2 Center for Dentistry, we are the preferred destination for Marion dentistry, and provide emergency services including toothache treatment in Marion, KS.

Our 5 locations offer same or next day appointments to accommodate our patients in need of immediate treatment. If you have tooth pain that does not go away you may have a dental emergency, and we recommend that you contact our office right away. Pain is a way of your body signaling that something is wrong. Listening to your body and taking action is important to avoid more serious complications.

One of the most common dental emergencies we face is tooth pain. Pain in or around your tooth can be caused from decay, cavities, issues with an existing filling, fracture, or infection.

A Toothache May Mean Infection

The below symptoms may indicate you have an infection and you should be seen right away.

  • Fever
  • Red or swollen gums
  • Throbbing pain that does not go away
  • Blood or pus around your tooth
  • Swollen or tender face or jaw

What Can I Do at Home While I Wait to Be Seen?

While you are waiting to be seen in our office there are some tips you can try at home to alleviate the pain.

• Pain relief gel can be used on the area.
• Take an anti-inflammatory over the counter medication such as ibuprofen.
• Apply a cold compress to the area to help reduce inflammation.
• A hot compress can be used to help relieve pain.
• Peppermint tea bags have pain healing properties, and can be used to help alleviate pain.
• Clove oil helps with inflammation and can be used on the area.

Looking for an Emergency Dentist in Marion?

If you are looking for an emergency dentist near you in the Marion area, R2 Center for Dentistry is here to help. Our doctors have years of experience treating dental emergencies, and our office is equipped to handle anything that comes out way. When we treat patients for a dental emergency, we want them to know they are in good hands. Our patients’ health is our priority, and we take pride in helping our patients, and touching their lives in a positive way.

Our office is located near St. Luke’s hospital, making us a convenient location for families in the Marion area.

Come experience quality dentistry, and let R2 Center for Dentistry become your preferred emergency dentist in Marion!

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If you think you may have a dental emergency it is important to know what to do to ensure your issue is addressed as soon as possible. Our office provides same day or next day appointments to accommodate our patients that need immediate treatment.

One of the most common dental emergencies that patients experience is tooth pain. There are tips you can try at home if the tooth pain does not go away while you wait for an appointment in our office. Pain is a way of our body sending a message that something is wrong. Typically, if patients experience pain this means there is a problem that must be addressed.

There are many causes for tooth pain such as tooth decay, issues with a filling, tooth fracture, or infection. If you have any of the below signs you may have an infection, and you must be seen right away.

• Fever
• Swollen or red gums
• Blood or pus around tooth
• Throbbing pain that does not go away
• Swollen or tender face or jaw

What Can I Do at Home to Relieve Tooth Pain?

There are remedies patients can use at home to help treat tooth pain while they wait to be seen in our office. These remedies can help reduce pain and keep you comfortable.

• Take an anti-inflammatory such as ibuprofen.
• Use a pain relief gel on the area.
• Apply a cold compress covered with a cloth to the area to help reduce inflammation for 20 minutes each time.
• If you have a hot compress this can also be used on the area to help relieve pain.
• Peppermint tea bags can be used on the area and are known to help ease oral pain.
• Clove oil can be used on the area and is known to help reduce inflammation or numb oral pain.

Looking to Make an Appointment to Address Tooth Pain?

If you have tooth pain that does not go away we recommend making an appointment to be seen in our office. Our staff will provide a thorough exam to help identify the cause and address your tooth pain. X-rays may be taken to get a closer look at the issue. We will recommend treatment options, and always address serious issues immediately.

Patients can prevent tooth pain by practicing good oral hygiene habits at home. Brushing and flossing each day is important as well as eating a healthy diet, and avoiding high sugar foods or drinks. We also recommend to avoid hard food items that may cause a crack or injury to your teeth. Regular dental cleanings and exams in our office can help keep your mouth and teeth feeling great.

If you have tooth pain and would like to make an appointment, please call our office and our staff will make sure you are seen as soon as possible!