Emergency Dentistry

Dental emergencies can be scary and upsetting and disrupt your daily routine. At Raleigh Dental Arts, our priority is providing prompt pain relief and treatment for our patients who need urgent dental care.

Our dental team always leaves time in our schedule to address dental emergencies, so we are always prepared to accommodate your needs. If you are in pain or have another issue that can’t wait, please call our Raleigh dental office at (919) 870-7645 and speak to one of our friendly, caring team members.

What Constitutes a Dental Emergency

A dental emergency is any issue that requires immediate attention to relieve tooth pain, save a tooth, or treat an infection. Common dental emergencies include:

• Severe toothache
• Chipped or broken teeth
• Lost or damaged crowns or fillings
• Knocked-out teeth
• Partially dislodged teeth
• Soft tissue injuries, such as lacerations
• Dental abscesses or infections

At Raleigh Dental Arts, we're committed to providing exceptional emergency care to relieve your pain and address the issue as quickly as possible. Our experienced dentists can handle a wide range of dental emergencies, including:

• Tooth extractions
• Root canal therapy
• Tooth fillings
• Dental restorations
• Treatment for dental abscesses or infections
• Repairing damaged or broken dentures

Prompt intervention in emergencies is crucial to protect your oral health and well-being. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality care when you need it most; if we don’t have time to complete treatment at your emergency appointment, we will relieve your pain, stabilize the situation, and schedule you for our next opening.

The first steps in an emergency are to call your emergency dentist in Raleigh and try to remain calm. When you do, you are better able to control the situation rather than having it control you.

Toothaches

For a toothache, rinse your mouth with warm water and floss around the affected tooth gently to remove any debris. Avoid using heat, and don’t place aspirin directly on the tooth or gum to avoid further damage.

Broken Teeth

For chipped or broken teeth, collect any fragments and rinse your mouth with warm water. If there's bleeding, apply gentle pressure using gauze or a clean cloth. Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling.

Lost Crowns and Fillings

If a crown or filling comes loose, keep it in a safe place and avoid chewing on the affected side of your mouth. Temporarily reattach the crown using dental cement, denture adhesive, or toothpaste, but don't use any glue.

Knocked-Out Teeth

Time is of the essence with a knocked-out tooth, and seeing us within the first hour greatly increases our chance of saving it. Find the tooth, gently rinse it with water, and be careful not to touch the root. Try to reinsert the tooth into its socket, but don't force it. If you can't reinsert it, place the tooth in a small container with milk or your saliva.

Contact Us for Prompt Emergency Dental Care

If you are experiencing a dental emergency, don't hesitate to contact Raleigh Dental Arts at (919) 870-7645. Our compassionate team is ready to provide the care you need to restore your oral health and get you back to your daily routine. Call us to schedule an appointment or for guidance on handling your dental emergency.