Several signs indicate you have an infected or abscessed tooth, but severe dental pain is probably the most common and well-known. If your symptoms are sudden or severe, you may be able to get same-day care at Glen Burnie Dental Group rather than waiting.
Signs to Watch For
- A toothache that doesn't go away
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Pain when you bite or chew
- Swelling or tenderness in the gums
- Darkening of the tooth
- A pimple-like bump or drainage on the gums
- Pain following an injury to the tooth
Keep in mind that some teeth that need root canal treatment show few or no symptoms at all, which is why routine checkups are so important.
If Your Symptoms Are Severe
If you experience sudden or intense tooth pain or swelling, you shouldn’t wait for a routine appointment. Call us right away at (410) 969-9300. Glen Burnie Dental Group offers same-day emergency appointments whenever possible.
With two in-house endodontists, we may be able to begin treatment the same day, rather than waiting on a separate referral. Your dentist will let you know what's possible for your specific situation.
Call Us Now So We Can Help You
Dealing with sudden tooth pain? Our Glen Burnie, MD, dental office can help. We also welcome patients from Pasadena, Severna Park, Millersville, Odenton, Crofton, Arnold, Annapolis, and throughout Anne Arundel County. For easier communication, our team members speak English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, German, Telugu and Farsi.