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Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Pioneer Dental for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked tooth requires professional attention, as bacteria may gather in these areas, potentially causing infection that could require a root canal. Remember, you may be capable of managing pain, bleeding, and swelling at home, but by visiting our office for immediate treatment, you can fight infections and minimize lasting damage to your mouth, teeth, and gums under the expert care of our emergency dentist.

24/7 Emergency Dental Care

Pioneer Dental is proud to offer emergency dental care around the clock, seven days a week. Dental emergencies do not wait for regular business hours, and if you experience a serious dental emergency, you need immediate treatment. Whether you have a broken tooth or if you have bitten through your tongue, do not hesitate to visit us day or night. Until you arrive at our office, however, there are some helpful steps you can take if you encounter a serious dental dilemma.

Managing Your Dental Emergency

If a toothache is causing problems, you can probably keep the discomfort under control until our emergency doctor can treat you. Start by checking the gums that surround the affected tooth for inflammation, bleeding, or foreign objects. There may be food lodged in the gum that could be removed by flossing. You can control pain by placing a cold compress against your mouth, or by using an over-the-counter oral numbing agent.

More serious situations may be extremely time sensitive, and require immediate emergency attention. For example, if a tooth is completely knocked out, carefully clean it with water. Try to place the tooth back into its socket or briefly store it in a cup of milk if it will not fit back into the gum. Never pick up a tooth by the root or force it into the socket. Come straight to our office, as your tooth will need to be replaced within a short amount of time. Similarly, if you have bitten through your lip or tongue, the American Dental Association recommends carefully cleaning the area before coming as quickly as you can to our emergency dental office for treatment.

Remember, there is no reason you should live with discomfort. By visiting our West Bend, WI office immediately in an emergency, you can take control of your oral health comfortably and safely.

Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break down his or her teeth. Children are at high risk for tooth decay for a simple reason: many children and adolescents tend to be lax in their oral hygiene habits.

So, how can your child prevent tooth decay?

• Start early. After the age of two, brush your child’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day. And, if possible, clean between the teeth with dental floss at least once a day, preferably before they go to bed.
• Don’t allow your little ones to eat after cleaning teeth at bedtime, as salivary flow decreases while they sleep and their teeth become vulnerable to cavities.
• Do not allow your little ones to nibble food or sip drinks continuously, and keep in mind that a low-sugar diet also helps keep tooth decay at bay. Allow time between meals for saliva to neutralize acids and repair the teeth.
• Drinking water frequently throughout the day can also reduce the possibility of new cavities forming.
• Dental sealants can also protect your children’s teeth from cavities. Sealants, which are applied to the chewing surfaces of molars, act as a shield between the tooth and harmful bacteria.

Finally, make sure your child visits Pioneer Dental approximately every six months for a checkup and routine cleaning! Please give us a call at our West Bend, WI office.

We have an exciting new piece of equipment in the Pioneer Dental office!

The laser we are using is the Epic Diode laser from Biolase!

This can be used to assist in the treatment of periodontal disease, as well as for treatment of painful mouth sores, TMJ discomfort, low level laser therapy (LLLT) for other areas of discomfort, or to release those who have tongue ties or large frenums.  Dr. Meyers has done nearly 20 hours of continuing education on it already and is in the process of getting himself and all our hygienists certified on its use!

Ask about it at your next appointment!

Throughout the year we collect names of Pioneer Dental patients who refer us to their friends and family and we draw a yearly winner of Packer Tickets!

(Does anyone recognize this Packer quarterback?)

This year the winner receives two club indoor tickets for the Packer vs. Lions game on December 28th! The indoor club seats are full seats with cup holders (not bleacher seats), in a climate controlled environment.  It has multiple seats and a wait staff, as well as exclusive restrooms and exclusive access to the north endzone patio!

Here are some winners from the last few years:

And THIS is the view from the seats! Who wouldn't want to win these tickets?

Do you want to win the tickets this year? Be sure to refer our practice to everyone that you know!