Emergency Dental Care in San Francisco, CA

If you experience a dental emergency, call our practice as soon as possible. After hours, you can text our regular number and we will respond within a couple of hours. If you think you are experiencing a life-threatening situation, please call 911.

When to Seek Emergency Care

Dental emergencies require immediate attention to prevent long-term damage. Call us right away if you experience any of the following:

  • Broken or chipped teeth
  • Knocked-out or dislodged teeth
  • Severe toothache or infection
  • Trauma to your jaw or gums
  • Lost or broken crown, filling, or denture

Traumatic Dental Injuries

Dental trauma can happen suddenly due to sports injuries, accidents, or falls. Even minor-looking damage should be evaluated quickly, as underlying injury may not always be visible.

Prompt treatment improves the chance of saving the tooth and preventing further complications.

Emergency Types

Broken or Chipped Teeth

Broken or Chipped Teeth

Most chips and fractures can be treated same-day with dental bonding, crowns, or veneers. For larger fractures, your dentist may recommend a crown to protect the remaining tooth structure.
Knocked-Out or Dislodged Teeth

Knocked-Out or Dislodged Teeth

Time is critical. Handle the tooth gently by the crown, rinse it if dirty, and try to place it back in the socket. If that’s not possible, store it in milk or saline and call our office immediately.
Root Fractures

Root Fractures

A traumatic injury may cause a horizontal root fracture. Stabilization with a splint and follow-up care can help preserve your tooth, depending on the location of the fracture.
Abscessed Teeth

Abscessed Teeth

A tooth abscess is an infection at the root or gum line that can cause severe pain, swelling, and fever. Emergency treatment may include antibiotics, a root canal, or extraction to prevent the infection from spreading.
Wisdom Teeth Emergencies

Wisdom Teeth Emergencies

Pain, swelling, or infection from impacted wisdom teeth is common. Our emergency dentists can relieve discomfort and remove problematic wisdom teeth—often the same day.
Injuries in Children

Injuries in Children

Treatment for children depends on whether the tooth is primary or permanent. Baby teeth are usually not replanted if knocked out to avoid damage to developing permanent teeth. Careful monitoring is essential for developing teeth.

What to Expect During Your Emergency Appointment

1
Comprehensive Examination

Our dentists provide thorough treatment and care, ensuring your dental and medical history is considered to deliver the best possible results for your emergency.

2
Advanced 3D Imaging

We may use a dental cone beam CT to capture 3D images of your teeth, nerves, gums, and jawbone, helping us diagnose the problem accurately.

3
Tailored Emergency Treatment

Our dentist will create a personalized treatment plan based on your exam and imaging results. Procedures may include tooth extractions, root canals, or repair of fractured teeth.

4
Sedation Options

Patients with dental anxiety can benefit from sedation dentistry to ensure a calm, stress-free experience during urgent care.

5
Follow-Up Care

Our emergency dentist also provides general dentistry and follow-up care, helping you maintain a healthy smile after your urgent treatment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is emergency dentistry?

When a patient has an unforeseen dental injury or illness that requires quick attention, emergency dentistry is the dental specialty to turn to. The emergency dentists at My Dentist San Francisco have been helping people in the San Francisco area with their dental emergencies for many years.

What kinds of dental emergencies require urgent care?

Many dental problems need immediate care, which is provided by emergency dentists. If you are experiencing any of the following:

  • A fractured or chipped tooth
  • Toothache due to trauma
  • Permanent tooth that has come loose
  • A tooth that has been knocked out or displaced due to trauma
  • A toothache that won’t go away
  • Swelling or a dental abscess
  • You have a foreign object lodged in your mouth or gums

What treatments are available for dental emergencies?

Treatments include tooth extractions, root canals, crowns, veneers, bonding, and sedation dentistry. Our dentists will create a customized plan based on your needs.

What should I do if my tooth is knocked out?

A knocked-out tooth is a dental emergency and should be treated as quickly as possible. Gently rinse the tooth under low-pressure running water without scrubbing it. If possible, place it back into the socket. If that’s not possible, keep it in saline or inside your cheek until you can see a dentist immediately. Prompt treatment gives the tooth the best chance of being saved.

Why should I choose My Dentist San Francisco for a dental emergency?

We understand that dental emergencies can’t wait. Our team will do everything possible to see you as soon as possible, provide prompt treatment, relieve your discomfort, and help you get back to smiling with confidence.

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What should I expect from an emergency dental appointment?

At My Dentist San Francisco, you’ll receive thorough, compassionate care for your dental emergency. Be sure to share your dental and medical history so we can provide the best treatment.

Your dentist may use diagnostic imaging, including 3D cone beam CT scans, to evaluate your teeth, gums, and jaw. Based on the results, a personalized treatment plan will be created and adjusted as needed. Emergency procedures can include extractions, root canals, and fractured tooth restorations. Sedation options are available for anxious patients.

Follow-up care and general dentistry needs can also be handled at the same office. Call My Dentist San Francisco for urgent dental care.

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Our San Francisco emergency dentists are available to relieve pain, restore function, and save your teeth.

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