Call for urgent dental concerns
Call 410-267-0766 for significant tooth pain, a broken tooth, an injury, or new swelling. Explain when it began and whether symptoms are getting worse. Our team will confirm availability; an online booking does not guarantee an immediate appointment.
A knocked-out tooth
A knocked-out permanent tooth needs immediate dental attention. Hold it by the crown, not the root, and keep it moist. If it cannot be safely returned to its socket, place it in milk or a tooth-preservation solution and seek urgent care. Do not put a knocked-out baby tooth back into its socket.
A cracked tooth or toothache
For a cracked tooth, gently rinse with warm water and use a cold compress outside the mouth for swelling. Do not put aspirin directly on a tooth or gum. Do not use household glue to repair teeth or restorations.
When to seek emergency medical care
Trouble breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or a major facial injury warrants emergency medical care. Call 911 for breathing difficulty. Do not wait for a routine dental visit in these situations.
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Sources and further reading
General education does not replace your dentist’s assessment or the instructions provided for your treatment.