Dental Emergency

Teen athlete seated on an outdoor basketball court in bright sunlight, holding a basketball while lifting a blue custom mouthguard toward his mouth, with an open mouthguard case beside him.

Custom Mouthguards for Sports and Teeth Grinding

Jun 25, 2026 | Dental Emergency, Oral Health, Pediatric Dentistry

Protect your teeth with a custom mouthguard for sports or nighttime grinding. Discover personalized options at Lakeside Dental in Folsom.

Woman sitting indoors with a pained expression, eyes closed and one hand pressing against her cheek, indicating tooth or jaw pain. She is wearing a light beige top, and the background features a softly focused living room setting.

Is it a Dental Emergency?

Mar 26, 2026 | Dental Abscess, Dental Emergency, Toothache

When is it a dental emergency best handled by a dentist and when it is a medical emergency that is best handled by an ER doctor? Here we answer some questions.

Man in a blue t-shirt with a pained expression, eyes closed and hand pressed against his cheek, indicating gum pain, toothache or jaw discomfort. The background is plain white, keeping focus on the man's facial expression and gesture.

Understanding Dental Abscesses

Mar 19, 2026 | Dental Abscess, Dental Emergency, Oral Health, Toothache

Throbbing tooth pain that came out of nowhere? It could be a dental abscess. Learn the signs, why it happens, and why fast treatment matters. Read the full article.

Female dentist showing a male patient a dental X-ray on a tablet while they sit in a bright, modern dental office; both are smiling and engaged in conversation.

Are Dental X-Rays Safe?

Feb 19, 2026 | Oral Health, Dental Emergency

🦷 Are dental x-rays really safe?

It’s a common question—and we’re breaking it down. Learn how modern digital x-rays use minimal radiation and why they’re important for protecting your smile.

Click to read the full article and get the facts!