Dental emergencies can be frightening, painful, and stressful. Prompt dental treatment is essential to relieve discomfort and give your teeth the best possible chance of survival. Whether you’re dealing with a cracked tooth, a broken crown, or a tooth knocked out, immediate care from a trusted dentist can make all the difference.
Our dental team provides comprehensive emergency dental care to treat a wide range of urgent issues — from broken teeth and lost fillings to severe gum disease and traumatic injuries. If you experience any form of dental emergency, contact our office right away for fast, professional assistance.
If a tooth is completely knocked out, time is critical. The tissues, nerves, and blood vessels that support the tooth can be damaged, but if the tooth is reinserted within an hour, it may reattach successfully.
Steps to take during this dental emergency:
Call our office immediately.
Pick up the tooth by the crown—not the root—and rinse it gently with water.
If possible, reinsert it into its socket; otherwise, place it in milk or saliva to keep it moist.
Get to our dental office as quickly as possible.
If the tooth’s inner structures are damaged, endodontic (root canal) therapy may be necessary to save it.
Fillings or crowns may loosen or fall out while eating, leaving the underlying tooth sensitive to temperature or pressure. In many cases, decay under the crown is the cause.
If this happens:
Schedule an appointment with our dentist as soon as possible.
Keep the crown safe; we may be able to reattach it.
Apply clove oil for temporary pain relief.
Use over-the-counter dental cement to cover the area if the crown cannot be reinserted.
Our team will examine the tooth for decay and, if necessary, create a new porcelain crown or cosmetic veneer to restore your smile.
Although teeth are strong, they can still develop cracks or fractures due to trauma, teeth grinding, or biting hard foods. A cracked tooth or broken tooth can cause pain, especially if the damage reaches the root.
If you experience this dental emergency:
Rinse your mouth with lukewarm water.
Apply gauze if there’s bleeding.
Use a cold compress to reduce swelling.
Cover the damaged tooth with dental cement if you can’t reach us immediately.
Depending on the severity, treatment may involve bonding, a crown, root canal therapy, or even dental implants if the tooth cannot be saved.
If a tooth becomes loose or partially dislodged due to trauma or decay, call our office right away. Using a cold compress can help reduce swelling. Our dentist will gently reposition the tooth and may use splints to stabilize it. In some cases, endodontic treatment may be required to ensure healing.
In addition to urgent care, we offer a full range of dental treatments to restore function and aesthetics after a dental emergency:
Porcelain Veneers and Cosmetic Dentistry for damaged or discolored teeth.
Dental Implants to replace missing teeth permanently.
Crown Lengthening and Osseous Surgery to restore gum and bone health.
Gum Grafting to treat gum disease or receding gums.
Apicoectomy (a type of endodontic surgery) to save infected teeth.
Orthognathic Surgery for correcting jaw alignment issues.
Periodontal Maintenance to keep gums healthy after treatment.
Routine teeth cleaning or dentist cleaning appointments to prevent future problems.
If you’re experiencing dental pain, a cracked tooth, broken teeth, or any kind of dental emergency, don’t wait—call our office immediately. Early treatment helps relieve pain, preserve your natural teeth, and prevent further complications.
Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, effective care for all types of dental emergencies — helping you restore your oral health and your peace of mind.
