Emergency Dental Care
Get immediate relief for dental emergencies with our urgent dental care services, providing prompt pain management and emergency dental procedures to restore your oral health and comfort.
Urgent Dental Care When You Need It Most
Dental emergencies don’t wait and neither should you. Whether you’re experiencing severe tooth pain, dental trauma, or oral injuries, our emergency dental practice provides same-day urgent care to stop your pain, address the problem, and restore your comfort without delay.
Dr. Cappetta is equipped to handle various dental emergencies with both clinical expertise and compassionate care. From acute toothaches to knocked-out teeth, our emergency dental services provide immediate relief and are just a phone call away.
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Recognizing Dental Emergency Situations
Dental emergencies require immediate professional attention to prevent complications and preserve oral health. Understanding what constitutes urgent dental care helps you respond appropriately:
- Acute Tooth Pain – Persistent, severe pain may indicate dental infection, deep decay, or pulpal inflammation requiring emergency treatment
- Dental Trauma – Fractured, chipped, or broken teeth from injury should receive prompt evaluation to prevent further damage
- Avulsed Tooth – A completely knocked-out tooth requires immediate emergency care within 30 minutes for optimal reimplantation success
- Tooth Mobility – Loose or displaced teeth need urgent dental intervention to prevent permanent tooth loss
- Oral Swelling – Facial or gum swelling may signal serious dental infection requiring immediate antibiotic therapy and drainage
- Uncontrolled Bleeding – Persistent oral bleeding from trauma or post-surgical complications requires emergency dental evaluation
If you’re experiencing any of these dental emergency symptoms, contact our emergency dental practice immediately for same-day urgent care and professional pain management.
Taking Action During a Dental Emergency
Quick response to dental emergencies is crucial for the best outcomes and your comfort:
- Prevent Further Damage – Immediate emergency dental care can often save a tooth or stop a small problem from becoming a major dental issue requiring extensive treatment
- Manage Pain Effectively – Professional emergency treatment provides fast pain relief and prevents discomfort from worsening while you wait
- Avoid Complications – Prompt dental emergency care prevents minor issues from developing into serious infections or requiring more complex procedures later
Don’t suffer in pain – call our emergency dental practice now. Our team will guide you through immediate steps and schedule urgent dental care right away. We provide fast relief, flexible emergency payment options, and compassionate care when you need it most.
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Dental Emergency FAQ’s
What qualifies as a dental emergency?
Dental emergencies include severe tooth pain, uncontrolled bleeding, dental trauma from injury, knocked-out teeth, facial swelling, or broken teeth causing sharp edges. Any situation requiring immediate pain relief or preventing permanent damage qualifies for emergency dental care.
Can I wait to see my dentist if my tooth is knocked out?
No, time is critical for tooth reimplantation success. Contact our emergency dental practice immediately – ideally within 30 minutes. Keep the tooth moist in milk or saliva, and avoid touching the root. Quick emergency dental treatment significantly increases the chance of saving the tooth.
What should I do if I have a severe toothache?
Rinse with warm salt water, gently floss to remove trapped debris, and contact our emergency dental practice immediately. Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling, but never place aspirin directly on gums as this can cause chemical burns.
How do I handle a chipped or broken tooth?
Save any tooth fragments and rinse them with warm water. Rinse your mouth gently and apply gauze to control bleeding. Use a cold compress for swelling and contact our emergency dental practice for same-day treatment to prevent infection and further damage.
What can I do for a lost filling or crown?
Keep the crown if found, it may be reattachable. For lost fillings, use sugar-free gum or temporary dental cement from a pharmacy as short-term protection. Contact our emergency dental practice promptly as exposed tooth structure is vulnerable to infection and further damage.
What if I have a dental emergency and the office is closed?
Our emergency dental practice provides after-hours emergency contact information for urgent situations. For severe facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or signs of serious infection, visit the emergency room immediately, then contact us for follow-up dental care.
Emergency Line: (210) 614-5481 - Available 24/7
Get immediate relief for dental emergencies with our urgent dental care services, providing prompt pain management and emergency dental procedures to restore your oral health and comfort.
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San Antonio, TX 78229
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