Same Day Emergency Dentist

When faced with a medical emergency, most people know exactly what to do - call their regular doctor if they have one, or go to the emergency room for treatment, depending on the severity of the problem. And while many people have a dentist they trust and have visited for years, the nature of dental work makes it so that appointments are typically planned, sometimes weeks or even months in advance.

However, when faced with a dental emergency, many people find themselves at a loss of where to go and what to do. Just like a medical emergency, it is important to treat dental trauma and other problems in a timely manner in order to avoid complications and risk permanent damage.

One of the most common dental problems to require emergency care is sudden tooth pain, loss or break, usually caused by trauma or a fall. Although dental accidents are not generally life-threatening, getting immediate care from a dentist is necessary in order to help preserve the tooth, relieve your pain, and the smile's overall appearance.

Some types of dental emergencies include: