Emergency Dental Care

We are available to help patients in need of urgent care. We will always see patient of record and make every effort to see you on the same day, even after hours. As healthcare professionals, we have been trained on how to help you receive the care you need in a dental emergency. Generally speaking, if something is causing you pain, you need to see a dental professional. Please note that not all dental emergencies may cause immediate pain. If you have broken or chipped teeth, don’t wait until you feel pain to call a healthcare professional.

Toothaches are a sure sign something is wrong. In the event of a toothache, you should first rinse your mouth with warm water then floss around the tooth to remove any food particles that may be causing pressure. If there is swelling, apply a cold pack to the outside of the affected area. Do not put a painkiller directly against your gums near the problematic tooth as this may cause tissue damage.

Chipped or broken teeth may or may not cause immediate pain, but should still be fixed soon. It is advisable to save any pieces of your tooth that have broken off if at all possible. Rinse them and your mouth with warm water. If bleeding occurs, place some gauze or a moist tea bag to the area for 10 minutes until bleeding has stopped. To prevent swelling and help relieve pain, you may apply a cold compress to the outside of the area.

Partially dislodged teeth need to be treated right away. A cold pack can be placed on the outside of the mouth or cheek of the affected area to reduce pain and swelling. You may also benefit from an over-the-counter pain reliever such as Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen.

Foreign objects stuck between teeth that cannot be removed by gentle flossing must be removed by a dentist.

Lost fillings will leave a space inside your tooth. To temporarily cover this area and prevent food particles from getting trapped, place a piece of sugarless gum into the cavity. Do not use a sugared gum, as this will cause pain and sensitivity. Alternatively, you can use over-the-counter dental cement.

Abscesses are infections of the tissues around a tooth root or between the teeth and gums. They can cause serious damage to the surrounding teeth and gums, possibly spreading to other parts of the body when left untreated. To relieve pain before you are able to visit the dentist, you may rinse your mouth several times a day with a solution of warm salt-water.

Give us a call if you think you are experiencing a dental emergency. We will work to treat you as soon as possible.