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Jupiter Smile Care Dentistry — Another Reason to Smile (561) 844-0715

Emergency dentistry

Toothache or Dental Emergency: When Should You Call a Dentist?

Know when tooth pain, swelling or damage calls for prompt dental attention.

Calm reassuring setting for emergency dental care

Dental pain rarely gets better by being ignored. A toothache, broken tooth, lost filling or swelling can have several causes, and an early dental evaluation often gives you more options for relief and treatment.

Call our office promptly if you have

  • A persistent toothache or pain when biting
  • A broken, cracked or knocked out tooth
  • Swelling around a tooth or gum
  • A lost filling, crown or bridge
  • Bleeding that does not stop with gentle pressure
  • Jaw pain or a painful wisdom tooth

What to do before you are seen

Rinse gently with warm water and keep any broken tooth fragment or restoration if you can. A cold compress on the outside of the face may help with swelling. Do not place aspirin directly on your gums or tooth. If a tooth is knocked out, hold it by the crown, not the root, and call immediately for instructions.

When to seek emergency medical care

Trouble breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading swelling, uncontrolled bleeding or a serious facial injury needs urgent medical attention. Call 911 or go to the emergency department when appropriate.

Same day dental care when available

Call Jupiter Smile Care Dentistry directly so we can discuss your symptoms and available appointments. A same day visit depends on the urgency, your symptoms and the schedule, but calling early gives us the best chance to help.

Dental emergencies can feel stressful. The first goal is to understand what is happening and help you take the right next step.

Have a question about your smile? Request an appointment or call (561) 844-0715. Jupiter Smile Care Dentistry is located in Abacoa Commons at 4600 Military Trail, Suite 219, Jupiter, FL 33458.

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