Dental Emergency

Emergency Dental Services Near You

Dental emergencies involving teeth, gums, or other oral structures can lead to long-term complications if not treated promptly. At Smile Dentistry, we prioritize urgent dental care to relieve pain, preserve your smile, and prevent future issues. If you experience a dental emergency, call us immediately at (781) 944-4240 or use our contact form to book urgent care.

Preventing Dental Emergencies

• Wear a mouth guard during contact sports like hockey, football, or boxing to protect teeth and soft tissues.
• Eat mindfully and avoid hard foods such as nuts, hard candy, and bones that can crack or chip teeth.
• Stop chewing on non-edible items like pens or nails. Sugarless gum is a safer alternative that also boosts saliva production.
  

Dental Emergencies and First Aid Tips

1. Toothaches:

• Rinse mouth with warm water and floss to remove debris.
• Apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek.
• Do not place aspirin on the gums.
• Contact MA Dental Care for an urgent evaluation.
  

2. Chipped or Broken Tooth:

• Save and rinse broken pieces.
• Apply gauze for bleeding and a cold compress to reduce swelling.
• Visit the office promptly for repair.

3.  Lost Filling:

• Temporarily use sugar-free gum or OTC dental cement.
• Book a restoration appointment immediately.
  

4. Lost Crown:

• Use clove oil to relieve pain.
• Reposition the crown temporarily using toothpaste or dental cement.
• See a dentist for permanent re-cementing.
  

5. Dislodged (Luxated) Tooth:

• Contact the clinic right away.
• The tooth may need repositioning and stabilization.
• Root canal treatment is often required within a few days.
  

6. Knocked-Out (Avulsed) Tooth:

• Handle by the crown, rinse gently without scrubbing.
• Reinsert into the socket if possible or store in milk.
• Seek immediate care as time is critical to save the tooth.

7. Soft-Tissue Injuries:

• Rinse with salt water.
• Apply pressure with gauze or a tea bag for 15–20 minutes.
• Use a cold compress to control bleeding and pain.
• If bleeding persists, call the practice or go to the nearest ER.

8. Abscess:

• Appears as a painful, swollen bump near the root or gums.
• Rinse with saltwater.
• Seek immediate treatment to avoid serious complications.

9. Post-Extraction Care:

• Mild discomfort is normal.
• If bleeding continues for more than one hour, contact the office.
• Bite on gauze to help manage bleeding.