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Indianapolis dentist provides emergency dental care

No one wants to think about possible emergencies that may happen in life. Knowing what to do in the event of an emergency, however, can improve outcomes and help a patient to remain comfortable. Particularly when dealing with an emergency dental situation with a child, the most important thing that a parent can do is to remain calm and composed to reduce the amount of fear that the child experiences.

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At Washington Street Dentistry, Dr. Matthew Church and our dedicated team understand that accidents happen when we least expect them. We offer emergency dental care to our patients and to people who suffer from an urgent situation while visiting our beautiful area. To ensure that a patient can be seen as soon as possible, we allocate time each day for emergencies. With convenient weekday and weekend office hours, we are here for those who need us.

When a dental emergency occurs, we advise patients to contact us immediately. After a phone or personal consultation, Dr. Church may recommend immediate treatment, antibiotic medications, or pain management.

CALL OUR OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION

New Patients: (317) 333-6788

Existing Patients: (317) 890-4455

Urgent dental care situations may include:

  • Loss of, or damage to, a dental prosthetic such as a denture, bridge, or crown
  • Avulsed tooth (partially or completely knocked out)
  • A tooth that has become suddenly loosened
  • Trauma or damage to the jaw, gums, teeth, or oral tissues
  • Chips, cracks, breaks, or fractures
  • Severe toothache
  • Infection
  • Inflammation
  • Drainage
  • Intense pain

Tips for dealing with a dental emergency include:

  • Control bleeding, if any, by gently applying pressure with a clean, moistened section of gauze
  • For pain, over-the-counter pain relievers may reduce discomfort
  • When a tooth is damaged or broken, any debris should be rinsed out of the mouth with warm water
  • If the entire tooth, or part of it, can be retrieved, it should be rinsed with warm water. Handle only the upper portion – the crown – and not the roots or tissues
  • A tooth that has been knocked out may be saved if it is stored immediately in a small container of milk

For more information, or in a dental emergency, contact the professionals at Washington Street Dentistry at (317) 333-6788.

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Washington Street Dentistry
Dr. Matthew Church

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A graduate from the University of Kentucky, Dr. M Church has an extensive amount of skill and expertise in the field of professional dentistry. With over 20 years of experience, he is a firm believer in providing his patients with the best possible care for their dental concerns. Whilst being educated and experienced in a multitude of dental services, Dr. Church is particularly proficient in the areas involving Invisalign, for which he is a certified provider, cosmetic dental services, and dental implants.

Dr. Church invests both time and resources in educating and maintaining his standard of quality in terms of his service. He undertook and graduated from the Misch International Implant Institute Surgical Program and maintains active membership with the American College of Oral Implantology. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

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Dr church and his staff are great,friendly and care about the work they do to keep our oral health in check. thanks you guys. will continue to visit in future for years to come.

For your general, cosmetic, and emergency dental needs, visit

Washington Street Dentistry

in Indianapolis.