Dental Emergencies
What is a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is any situation that poses a threat to the health of your teeth and supporting tissues. Dental emergencies are often the result of impact to the mouth, but they also can be caused by infection. To ensure the best possible outcome, any dental emergency should be evaluated by a professional immediately.
How soon should I be seen?
If you are experiencing a dental emergency, we recommend you contact your general dentist first. Your general dentist will be able to advise what your treatment options are and if necessary will refer you to us. If your dentists wants you to be seen in our office, we will can offer same-day emergency services for most conditions.
After Hours Emergencies:
For patients that have been already been seen in our office and are experiencing severe dental emergencies after hours, such as significant infection, pain or trauma please call our emergency number:
Please don't hesitate to give us a call with any questions, or concerns.
Call one of our offices today, or book an appointment online!
- Athens Office: Athens Office Phone Number 706-549-9711
- Atlanta/Buckhead Office: Atlanta/Buckhead Office Phone Number 404-233-5385
- Conyers Office: Conyers Office Phone Number 770-483-9692
- Covington Office: Covington Office Phone Number 770-787-2444
- Decatur Office: Decatur Office Phone Number 770-981-9400
- Dunwoody Office: Dunwoody Office Phone Number 678-328-4122
- Monroe Office: Monroe Office Phone Number 678-345-1014
- Northlake/Tucker Office: Northlake/Tucker Office Phone Number 770-934-1907
- Roswell Office: Roswell Office Phone Number 678-781-0050
- Snellville Office: Snellville Office Phone Number 770-979-9500
What to do if a tooth is knocked out:
For permanent teeth that are knocked out, rinse the tooth and put it back in the socket. If you can’t get the tooth back in the socket, place it in a container of milk, water or saliva to keep it moist. Do not touch the roots (handle the tooth by the crown) and don’t brush the tooth. Contact your general dentists IMMEDIATELY for information and emergency treatment – the sooner you get to us, the more likely your tooth can be saved!
For baby teeth that are unexpectedly knocked out, leave them out and contact the child’s dentist immediately for instructions.
Other Dental Emergencies:
- Broken Tooth/Teeth
- Pain When Biting
- Severe Tooth Decay (Tooth Extraction May Be Required)
- Bleeding
- Trauma from Tooth Accident
- Inflammation Around Wisdom Teeth
- Substantial Toothache
- Severe Tooth Sensitivity
- Gum Abscesses
- Swollen or Sore Gums
- Jaw Pain
- Wisdom Tooth Pain
- Infection
- Broken, Cracked and Chipped Teeth
- Broken Fillings
- Lost Crown
Pain Management:
If you can’t get into our office immediately, here is a list
of effective home remedies to make you more comfortable while you wait for
care:
- Warm water rinses for sore teeth and gums.
- Over the counter pain medication such as ibuprofen (NOT aspirin).
- Ice packs applied to the outside of cheeks.
- Dental anesthetics containing benzocaine may be used as directed on the package
for pain. - Avoid overly hot and cold beverages and foods to reduce sensitivity.
- Heating pads may be used for jaw pain.
- Avoid chewing in the injured area.
- If a broken tooth has a sharp edge, cotton can be placed over it to protect
soft tissues in your mouth.
We are here to help!