Emergency Dentistry

You can't plan for an emergency. When accidents strike or when you experience severe and sudden toothaches and pains, we want you to know that you can call us and we'll do everything in our power to accommodate your needs--through phone consultation, scheduling off-hour appointments, or making last minute room on the schedule. We understand how oral pain can disrupt your routine, so we'll do our best to treat you right away so that you can get back to your daily life.

When to seek emergency care:

• Toothache: See your emergency dentist as soon as you feel discomfort or pain.
• Broken, chipped or cracked tooth: Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to your face. Go to the dentist right away. If the tooth was broken or chipped, bring the tooth fragment wrapped in wet gauze or a wet towel.
• Loosened or knocked-out tooth: If your tooth becomes loose due to trauma, call your dentist. For a knocked out tooth, gently insert the lost tooth back in its socket if possible, holding the tooth by the crown using a clean washcloth. If the tooth is dirty, first rinse the root, but do not scrub it or remove any attached tissues. If reinsertion is not possible, hold the tooth under the tongue and go to the dentist immediately.
• Broken Jaw: Apply ice or a cold compress to the face. Go to your dentist or an emergency center immediately.
• Bitten Tongue or Lip: Clean the area with a wet cloth and place a cold compress on the area to reduce swelling. If the bleeding persists or if it is excessive, go to your dentist or an emergency center.