Quick Summary
Dental emergencies can happen unexpectedly, from severe tooth pain and broken teeth to knocked-out teeth and lost restorations. Prompt dental care can help reduce discomfort and address the underlying problem. Our dentist provides emergency dental care for patients in Abingdon, VA, and surrounding communities. Contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible for guidance and treatment.
Get Prompt Care When a Dental Emergency Happens
We understand that you cannot always plan when you will need professional dental care. When a dental emergency happens, you can count on Abingdon Dental Arts to provide the gentle, quality care you need. If you experience a dental emergency, contact us as soon as possible so we can work to provide the necessary treatment to restore your dental health and reduce discomfort. Our team will schedule you to meet with our dentist as soon as we are able so you can receive emergency dental care.
Are you experiencing a dental emergency? Contact Abingdon Dental Arts at 276-628-6251 as soon as possible to learn about your treatment options and receive instructions for caring for your smile until you can arrive at our office.
Dental Emergencies We Treat
We are happy to care for several types of dental emergencies, including:
- Severe, lasting toothaches or tooth pain
- A knocked-out tooth
- A chipped or broken tooth
- Damage to the soft tissues of the mouth, including the tongue, cheeks, lips and gums
- A cracked or fractured tooth
- A partially knocked-out (extruded) tooth
- A lost dental restoration, such as a lost filling or crown
If you suffer from one of these or another type of dental emergency in Abingdon, Virginia, please contact our office. Prompt dental care may help reduce discomfort and prevent a dental problem from becoming more serious.
What to Do Before You Arrive at Our Office
If you experience a dental emergency, contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible. Our team can help you understand what to do while you are waiting for your appointment. In the meantime, consider these general steps:
- For a knocked-out permanent tooth: Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root. If it is dirty, gently rinse it without scrubbing. If possible, keep the tooth moist and bring it with you to the dental office.
- For a chipped or broken tooth: Save any pieces of the tooth and bring them with you. Rinse your mouth gently with water.
- For bleeding or soft-tissue injuries: Gently apply clean gauze or a clean cloth to the area to help control bleeding.
- For swelling: A cold compress applied to the outside of the face may help reduce swelling and discomfort.
- For a lost filling or crown: Save the restoration and bring it with you. Avoid chewing on the affected side until you have received professional care.
Do not place aspirin directly against your teeth or gums, as this can irritate or damage the soft tissues. If you are unsure what to do, contact our office for guidance.
When Should You Go to the Emergency Room?
Some situations require medical attention before dental treatment. If you have experienced significant trauma to the head or neck, visit the emergency room or contact your general physician before coming to a dental office, even if your teeth or smile are also damaged.
You should also seek emergency medical care for signs of a potentially serious condition, such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, severe swelling that is affecting the face or neck, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness or other symptoms that require immediate medical attention.
For a dental problem that does not involve a life-threatening medical concern, contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible. Our team can help determine the appropriate next step for your situation.
Emergency Dental Care in Abingdon, Virginia
Abingdon Dental Arts provides emergency dental care for patients in Abingdon and surrounding communities, including Castlewood, Emory, Lebanon, Damascus, Bristol and Meadowview. We also welcome patients from Mountain City, TN.
If you are experiencing a dental emergency in one of these communities, contact our office as soon as possible. Our team can provide information about your next steps and schedule you to meet with our dentist as soon as we are able.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Dentistry
What should I do if I have a dental emergency?
Contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible. Our team can help determine the appropriate next step and provide instructions for caring for your teeth and mouth until you can arrive at our office.
What should I do if my permanent tooth is knocked out?
Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root. Gently rinse it if necessary without scrubbing, keep it moist and bring it with you when you seek dental care. Contact our office as soon as possible for further instructions.
Should I go to the emergency room for a dental emergency?
Dental problems can often be evaluated by a dental office, but certain situations require immediate medical attention. Go to the emergency room for serious head or neck trauma, difficulty breathing or swallowing, severe swelling affecting the face or neck, uncontrolled bleeding or other potentially life-threatening symptoms.
What should I do if I break or chip a tooth?
Save any pieces of the tooth and bring them with you to your appointment. Gently rinse your mouth with water and contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible for instructions and an evaluation.
What should I do if my dental crown or filling falls out?
Save the restoration and bring it with you to your appointment. Avoid chewing on the affected side and contact Abingdon Dental Arts so our team can help you determine what to do next.
Can I get emergency dental care if I live outside Abingdon?
Abingdon Dental Arts serves Abingdon, VA, and surrounding communities including Castlewood, Emory, Lebanon, Damascus, Bristol and Meadowview. We also provide care for patients from Mountain City, TN.
How quickly should I seek care for a dental emergency?
Contact a dental office as soon as possible when you experience a dental emergency. Prompt evaluation can help determine the appropriate treatment and may help reduce discomfort or prevent the problem from becoming more serious.
Contact Us for Emergency Dental Care
You do not have to manage a dental emergency on your own. If you are experiencing severe tooth pain, a dental injury, a knocked-out tooth, a damaged restoration or another urgent dental concern, contact Abingdon Dental Arts as soon as possible. Our team will help you understand your next steps and schedule you to meet with our dentist as soon as we are able.
Call Abingdon Dental Arts today at 276-628-6251 for emergency dental care in Abingdon, VA, and the surrounding communities.