Emergency Dental Care

Definition

What is a dental emergency?

Any oral health problem requiring urgent treatment to relieve pain, stop bleeding, treat infection, or save a tooth.

Prompt care can often prevent more complex and costly treatment later.

Common cases

Emergencies we treat

• Severe toothaches and dental pain
• Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
• Knocked-out (avulsed) teeth
• Lost fillings, crowns, or bridges
• Dental abscesses and infections
• Swelling of the gums or face
• Injuries to teeth, gums, lips, or mouth
• Broken dentures or dental appliances

Warning signs

Seek immediate care if you have…

• Persistent or severe tooth pain
• Facial swelling or signs of infection
• A knocked-out or loose permanent tooth
• Uncontrolled bleeding
• Trauma to the mouth or jaw
• Difficulty chewing, speaking, or swallowing

Knocked-out tooth

First aid: knocked-out tooth

• Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root
• Gently rinse if dirty
• Try to place it back into the socket
• Otherwise store it in milk or saliva
• Contact our office immediately

Broken tooth

First aid: broken or chipped tooth

• Rinse your mouth with warm water
• Save any broken pieces if possible
• Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling
• Schedule an emergency appointment promptly

Toothache

First aid: toothache

• Rinse with warm salt water
• Gently floss around the affected tooth
• Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gums
• Contact our office for an evaluation

Benefits

Why prompt treatment matters

• Immediate pain relief
• Prevention of further damage
• Reduced risk of infection
• Greater chance of saving injured teeth
• Faster recovery and improved comfort
• Peace of mind during stressful situations

Same-day care

We make room for emergencies

We understand dental emergencies are stressful. Our goal is timely treatment to get you out of pain as quickly as possible.

Same-day appointments accommodated whenever possible.