If you have knocked out or broken a tooth or are in extreme pain, Pro Smile Dental Care in San Ramon can help with emergency dental care. Accidents happen. We know that any emergency can be scary. Knowing if a dental problem is an emergency or urgent can be confusing and overwhelming.
We offer emergency care, urgent care, and sedation dentistry to help make your visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
Quick Emergency Dental Care
Dental problems can be as serious as other medical concerns and need immediate attention. While that loose tooth may heal on its own, waiting could lead to an infection, losing a tooth, or needing surgery.
It is best to seek urgent care rather than wait for the pain to go away and risk painful and expensive complications.
Is It A Dental Emergency?
According to the ADA, anything that makes it hard to breathe, eat or that causes severe pain is considered a dental emergency. So, what might this look like for you?
- A Broken Or Cracked Tooth That Is Painful
- Swelling That Makes It Hard To Eat
- Broken Or Dislocated Jaw
- Bleeding That Won’t Stop
- Knocked-Out Or Loose Teeth After An Injury
Urgent Dental Care
Not all problems need emergency care. Some problems are urgent because they cause mild pain or could cause more problems if they are not taken care of quickly. A good rule of thumb is how much it hurts or if there is something that needs to be replaced. Common urgent problems may be ok to wait on until you can get in to see us.
Please feel free to call and check, even if you’re not sure if your issue is an emergency. We will do everything we can to get you into our office quickly. Most tooth repairs and restoration can be done in a single visit thanks to our CEREC and other advanced dental technology.
- A Chipped Or Broken Tooth That Isn’t Painful
- A Lost Filling Or Crown
- Mild Tooth Pain
- A Broken Retainer
Avoiding Emergency Treatment
While some types of damage can’t be avoided, there are a few simple ways to help protect your teeth and keep them in top-notch shape. These tips and tricks may reduce your risk of dental injury.
- Never use your teeth to cut or open things.
- Avoid chewing ice, hard candy, and popcorn kernels.
- Stay proactive in having routine checkups.
- Use proper at-home dental care by brushing and flossing regularly.
Frequently Asked Dental Emergency Questions
If you have a dental emergency, please call our office immediately. We prioritize emergencies and will do our best to see you as soon as possible. Meanwhile, please avoid any actions that might aggravate the condition, such as chewing hard foods or applying pressure to the affected area.
Dental emergencies can include severe toothaches, broken or chipped teeth, knocked-out teeth, abscesses, or any situation where there is bleeding or extreme pain. If you're unsure, contact us, and we'll help determine the urgency of your situation.
Absolutely. We welcome both regular patients and new patients in need of emergency dental care. Your oral health is our priority, and we’re here to help everyone in the San Ramon community.
Coverage for emergency dental services varies depending on your insurance plan. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand your specific coverage. Our office can also assist in understanding your benefits.
We understand that emergencies don't always happen during normal business hours. Please call our office number, where instructions for after-hours care will be provided, to ensure you receive the necessary assistance for your dental emergency.
Get The Emergency Dental Care You Need
Getting the help you need right away is very important. Protect your teeth from further damage and keep from suffering when you don’t have to. Call Pro Smile Dental Care today, and we will get you in for an emergency appointment at our San Ramon office.
