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Toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, knocked-out teeth. When something goes wrong, we're here to help. Call us first, and we'll get you in fast.
When To Call
Dental emergencies don't keep office hours, but ignoring them can turn a small problem into a serious one. If you have severe pain, swelling, bleeding, or a knocked-out tooth, call us first. We'll triage over the phone and get you seen fast.
For most emergencies, calling your dentist is faster and more effective than going to the ER, and a fraction of the cost.
Common Emergencies
Whatever's happening, we've seen it before, and we have a calm plan to help.
Throbbing, sharp, or constant pain, often a sign of infection that needs immediate attention.
Save the piece if you can. We can often repair the tooth same-day with bonding or a crown.
Time matters. Keep the tooth moist (in milk or saline) and call us immediately. Re-implantation may be possible.
Facial swelling can signal a serious infection. Call us. We'll get you in quickly to drain and treat it.
Can usually be re-cemented or replaced same-day. Don't try to glue it yourself.
We can repair most dentures quickly so you're not without your smile for long.
First Steps At Home
Before you reach our office, here's how to manage common emergencies. Not sure your pain is an emergency? Read what your tooth pain means.
Rinse with warm salt water and floss gently to remove trapped food. Hold a cold compress on your cheek. Don't put aspirin on the gum. Call us.
Pick it up by the crown, never the root, and rinse it without scrubbing. Try to put it back in the socket. If you can't, keep it in milk and get to us within 30 to 60 minutes.
Save any pieces, rinse with warm water, and press gauze on any bleeding. Cover sharp edges with dental wax or sugar-free gum.
Cold compress and over-the-counter pain reliever. Get to us quickly. Infection can spread.
Call 911 or go to the ER first if swelling affects your breathing or swallowing, you've had a serious facial injury, or bleeding won't stop. These need emergency medical care before dental treatment.
What To Expect
The moment you call, our team springs into action: triaging your situation, getting you on the schedule, and walking you through what to do until you arrive.
Coming From West Palm Beach
Our office is at 2311 10th Ave. N. Suite 14 in Lake Worth, about six miles from downtown West Palm Beach. Most patients get here in 12 to 18 minutes via S Dixie Hwy or I-95 south to 10th Ave N. Parking is free. Call (561) 814-2888 before you leave so we can get ready for you. More for West Palm Beach patients: our dentist in West Palm Beach page.
A few habits prevent many dental emergencies:
FAQs
Don't Wait It Out
Dental emergencies get worse with time. Call us. We'll get you out of pain and back to your life.