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What Are Some Types Of Dental Emergencies?

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There are several types of dental emergencies available. The most common one being tooth breakage or excessive tooth pain. You should never ignore a dental emergency because this can cause lots of problems that can be hard to treat later.   Dental emergencies can be highly painful requiring fast attention. If you experience the following dental emergencies, it would be good to seek medical attention as soon as possible.   Types of Dental Emergencies The following dental conditions are categorized as dental emergencies. Broken or Cracked Teeth Several reasons can cause your tooth to crack the most common include trauma or tooth decay.  A cracked tooth can extend to the inner part of your teeth which can be very painful. Seek help immediately to prevent the problem worsening and alleviate the pain. Constant Tooth Pain You can never ignore tooth pain especially when it is constant and severe. Toothache can be unbearable and therefore you will need immediate atte...

Difference between Local Anaesthetic and General Anaesthetic for Dental Procedures

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Your dentist will determine the type of anaesthesia to use depending on the type of procedure they are going to carry out. If the procedure is going to be invasive then your dentist may recommend more intense anaesthesia such as general anesthesia. On the other hand, if the procedure will be mild such as tooth extraction, then your dentist will use less intense anaesthesia such as local anesthesia. There is a difference between local and general anesthesia. It is important to understand the difference between these two to be aware of what to expect during your dental procedures. Local Anesthesia This type of anaesthesia is mostly used in various mild clinical operations and surgeries. In dentistry, local anesthesia is used in minor procedures such as dental filling or tooth extraction procedures. Local anaesthesia is a membrane stabilizing medicine for a minor dental procedure. There are several types of local anesthesia used in various dental procedures. These include; Arti...