{"id":648,"date":"2020-04-28T22:54:14","date_gmt":"2020-04-28T22:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/?p=648"},"modified":"2023-07-17T17:35:30","modified_gmt":"2023-07-17T17:35:30","slug":"emergency-dentist-tooth-sensitivity-quarantine-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/28\/emergency-dentist-tooth-sensitivity-quarantine-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have a Weekend Toothache? 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Below, you\u2019ll learn about what may be causing your sensitivity and find out how to handle it when you\u2019re self-isolating at home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Causing Your Tooth Sensitivity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sensitivity can range from mild to severe and is commonly caused by one of the following factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cavities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gum recession, which exposes the sensitive roots of the teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fractured teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Old or damaged dental work (e.g. such as a chipped filling)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gum disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When Do You Need To See an Emergency Dentist While Self-Isolating?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing any kind of dental pain during quarantine, the first thing you should do is call an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist<\/a>. After asking about your symptoms, they\u2019ll determine whether you need immediate care or not and, if necessary, schedule an appointment. If your situation is less urgent, they\u2019ll give you first-aid advice over the phone and discuss the best time for you to come in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some examples of situations that require attention as soon as possible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When you have a fever, swelling, or a pimple-like bump on your gums, all of which can be signs of an infection or abscess.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When your pain is so severe that you can\u2019t comfortably eat or sleep.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When you have persistent,&nbsp;<em>lingering<\/em>&nbsp;pain that lasts more than 5-10 seconds after eating something hot or cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When your sensitivity is ongoing or has gotten worse with time (as opposed to mild sensitivity that comes and goes.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Manage Tooth Sensitivity At Home?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a dentist determines that your treatment can wait, they\u2019ll recommend at-home remedies to help you stay comfortable until you can be seen. This could include using a sensitivity toothpaste, taking over-the-counter pain medication as needed, or swishing with lukewarm saltwater.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dealing with sensitive teeth can be stressful, and even more so when you\u2019re self-isolating during the COVID-19 crisis. By calling an emergency dentist right away, you\u2019ll get the personalized help you need to proceed as cautiously as possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the COVID-19 pandemic,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/meet-dr-bancroft.html\">Dr. Joanne Bancroft<\/a>\u00a0is open for emergency care and also available to provide advice over the phone. And with more than 15 years of experience as a general and emergency dentist, she\u2019s treated every type of dental emergency and is able to relieve pain fast. If you\u2019re having tooth sensitivity or have any questions, you can reach Dr. Bancroft via her\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbdentist.com\/contact.html\">website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before the COVID-19 pandemic, dealing with sudden tooth sensitivity was pretty straightforward: You just called your dentist to schedule a visit and that was that. Now, although dental offices are open for emergency care, everyone is encouraged to only schedule those visits if truly necessary. 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