Emergency Dentistry
Your Trusted Emergency Dentist in South County, RI
Severe tooth pain. Knocked out or loose tooth. Abnormal swelling. We understand oral pain can be alarming. Whether you’ve suffered oral trauma or are experiencing a severe toothache with no obvious explanation, you want fast relief. That’s why we offer emergency dental services to current and new patients. Our experienced staff and advanced modern technology are available after hours to give you efficient and comfortable treatment.
Common Dental Emergencies
- Severe tooth pain
- Knocked out or loose tooth
- Broken or chipped tooth
- Abnormal facial swelling
- Oral infection
You’re in Trusted Hands
We sincerely hope you never need any emergency dentistry services from us. However, if you should require immediate attention, count on our team to treat you with the sense of urgency and compassion you need at a difficult time. Call our office and follow the instructions to be forwarded to our on call provider. Whenever possible, we’ll make space in our schedule so that we can see you the same day. Consider us your home for emergency dentistry in South County, RI.
Dental Emergency or Medical Emergency?
Sometimes what seems like a serious dental emergency is actually a serious medical emergency. If you are experiencing excessive bleeding, received head trauma, feel faint or dizzy, or are experiencing other severe symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately. Call 911 or have a friend or family member transport you to the nearest medical facility.
Emergency Dentistry FAQs
A dental emergency is any situation in which you are in extreme pain or where urgent care is needed in order to save a tooth. In these circumstances, we make every attempt to schedule you for a same-day appointment.
If you’ve sustained a facial injury or have uncontrolled, severe bleeding, we recommend visiting the ER. In other cases, it’s best to see a dentist rather than go to the hospital.
Cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relievers can provide temporary relief for unbearable tooth pain, but the only long-term solution is getting the dental care you need.
No, emergency rooms do not provide dental services. If you have an infection, they may be able to provide you with antibiotics, but they cannot perform an extraction.
A cracked tooth is often a dental emergency, but not always. Some cracks are superficial and only in the outermost enamel layer; a deeper crack is more serious, as the pulp at the center of the tooth may be compromised or the crack could extend to the root of the tooth, requiring extraction.
Yes, a tooth abscess is a dental emergency. Left untreated, the infection can spread to other parts of the body and potentially be life-threatening.
A throbbing tooth is a common sign of a tooth infection, but there are other reasons why your tooth might be throbbing.
Yes, a knocked out tooth can often be put back in. Call our office immediately so we can begin preparing for your appointment, then find the tooth and grab it by the crown (never touch the root). If it is dirty, rinse it gently with milk or water. Place the tooth back into the socket and bite down on a clean piece of gauze to hold it in place. If you cannot do this, put the tooth in a small container of milk or saliva and bring it to your appointment.
