What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe or throbbing tooth pain, facial swelling, a knocked-out or loose adult tooth, a broken tooth with sharp edges, a lost crown or filling, and bleeding that will not stop are all reasons to call right away. If swelling affects breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room.
If a tooth is knocked out
Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse gently without scrubbing, try to place it back in the socket, or store it in milk. Getting to a dentist within about an hour gives the best chance of saving it.
What to expect, step by step
- 1
Call us
Tell us what happened; we will advise you on what to do until you arrive.
- 2
Diagnose
Exam and digital X-rays pinpoint the cause.
- 3
Relieve
Treatment may include a temporary filling, root canal, extraction, or re-cementing a crown.
Are you a good candidate?
- Toothache or swelling
- Broken or chipped tooth
- Lost crown or filling
- Knocked-out tooth
Cost, insurance & financing
Free limited emergency exam for new patients. X-rays and treatment are billed separately, and we accept most PPO plans.
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