Emergency Dental Care When You Need It Most
Dental emergencies can happen without warning, and when they do, getting prompt treatment can make all the difference.
Whether you’re experiencing severe tooth pain, a broken tooth, swelling, or another urgent dental problem, our team at St James Dental Group is here to help. We make every effort to provide same day appointment..
What Is Considered a Dental Emergency?
Some dental problems require immediate attention to relieve pain or prevent additional damage.
Common dental emergencies include:
- Severe toothache
- Broken or chipped tooth
- Cracked tooth
- Knocked-out tooth
- Lost filling
- Lost dental crown
- Swelling of the gums or face
- Dental abscess or infection
- Bleeding after an injury
- Broken denture
- Sports-related dental injuries
If you are unsure whether your situation is a dental emergency, call our office. Our team will help determine how quickly you should be seen.
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
We understand that dental emergencies can’t wait.
Whenever possible, we offer same-day emergency appointments for both new and existing patients. We also welcome emergency walk-in patients, although calling ahead allows us to prepare for your visit and minimize your wait time.
Our team will do everything possible to get you out of pain and back to smiling comfortably.
What Should You Do Before Your Appointment?
Tooth Knocked Out
If your adult tooth has been knocked out, follow these first aid steps:
- Pick your tooth up by the crown, not by the root.
- Carefully inspect the tooth to see that it is not broken or fractured.
- Gently rinse your tooth in a bowl of lukewarm water for no more than 10 seconds.
- If you can, place the tooth gently back in its socket and hold it there until you can see us for your emergency appointment. Do not do this if it is broken or fractured.
- If you can’t place your tooth back in the socket, or if it is broken or fractured, store it in a small cup of milk instead and bring it with you to your emergency appointment.
Severe Toothache
Rinse with warm salt water and avoid placing aspirin directly on the gums. Call our office as soon as possible.
Broken Tooth
Avoid chewing on that side until you are evaluated.
Lost Crown
Keep the crown if you have it and bring it with you to your appointment. In many cases, it may be possible to recement it.
Why Prompt Treatment Matters
Delaying treatment can allow dental problems to become more serious.
Early treatment may help:
- Relieve pain sooner
- Prevent infection from spreading
- Save a damaged tooth
- Avoid more extensive treatment later
- Protect your overall oral health
If you are experiencing significant pain or swelling, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.
Our Approach to Emergency Care
Dental emergencies can be stressful, especially when you’re in pain.
Our priority is to help you feel comfortable while we determine the cause of the problem and explain your treatment options.
We believe in providing honest recommendations and conservative care whenever possible. We’ll take the time to answer your questions, discuss your options, and help you make an informed decision about your treatment.
Emergency Treatments We Provide
Depending on your individual needs, emergency treatment may include:
- Dental fillings
- Dental crowns
- Root canal treatment
- Tooth extractions
- Temporary restorations
- Treatment of dental infections
- Repair of chipped or broken teeth
Every treatment plan is customized to address your immediate concern while supporting your long-term dental health.
Why Choose St James Dental Group?
Patients throughout Cudahy and the surrounding communities trust our team because we provide:
- Same-day emergency appointments whenever possible
- Care for both new and existing patients
- Emergency walk-in availability
- Gentle, compassionate treatment
- Clear explanations and honest recommendations
- Comprehensive care for adults and children
When you’re in pain, you deserve prompt attention and compassionate care from a team you can trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is considered a dental emergency?
Severe tooth pain, swelling, infections, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, lost crowns or fillings, and dental injuries are all common dental emergencies. If you’re unsure, call our office and we’ll help determine the urgency of your situation.
Can I come in without an appointment?
Yes. We welcome emergency walk-in patients. However, calling ahead allows us to prepare for your arrival and reduce your wait time whenever possible.
Do you see new emergency patients?
Yes. We welcome both new and existing patients experiencing dental emergencies.
Should I go to the emergency room for a toothache?
Most toothaches are best treated by a dentist. However, if you have difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, significant facial trauma, or swelling that affects your ability to breathe or swallow, seek immediate medical attention or go to the nearest emergency department.
What if my crown falls off?
Keep your crown if possible and bring it with you to your appointment. Depending on its condition and the tooth underneath, it may be possible to recement it.
Can a broken tooth wait?
Even if a broken tooth is not painful, it should be evaluated promptly. Delaying treatment can allow the damage to worsen and may increase the likelihood of needing more extensive treatment.
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📞 Contact Us for Emergency Dental Care
If you are experiencing a dental emergency, don’t wait.
Call St James Dental Group as soon as possible. We’ll make every effort to see you the same day, relieve your discomfort, and provide the prompt, compassionate care you need. Also if there is ever any concerns you have and it is after business hours, the call will be transferred to doctor’s cell phone.