Dental emergencies don’t book appointments. They happen on game day, during dinner, or right before a big presentation. If you chip a tooth, knock one out, or wake up with severe pain, this step-by-step guide will help you protect your smile until you reach Elite Dental Wellness.
First: Identify The Emergency
- Severe toothache or swelling
- Broken, chipped, or cracked tooth
- Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
- Loose or lost crown/filling
- Bleeding that won’t stop after 10–15 minutes
- Trauma to teeth, lips, or jaw
Call Us Right Away
We offer same-day emergency appointments whenever possible. The sooner you call (713) 789-8680, the better the prognosis—especially with knocked-out teeth, where time is critical.
What To Do For Common Emergencies
Toothache & Swelling
- Rinse gently with warm water.
- Use a cold compress outside the cheek to limit swelling.
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed (do not place aspirin on gums).
- If you notice a pimple-like bump, it could be an abscess—call immediately.
Knocked-Out Tooth
- Pick it up by the crown, not the root.
- If dirty, rinse briefly with milk or saline—don’t scrub.
- Try to reinsert gently into the socket and bite on gauze.
- If you can’t reinsert, keep it in milk or a tooth preservation kit.
- Get to our Houston office within 30–60 minutes if possible.
Chipped or Broken Tooth
- Save any fragments.
- Rinse your mouth; use a cold compress for swelling.
- Dental wax can smooth a sharp edge temporarily.
- We’ll determine if bonding, a veneer, or a crown is best.
Lost Crown or Filling
- Keep the crown; avoid using that side to chew.
- Temporary dental cement (from a pharmacy) may help keep a crown in place until your visit.
- We’ll evaluate for re-cementation or replacement.
Soft-Tissue Injuries
- Apply pressure with clean gauze for 10–15 minutes.
- If bleeding persists or you suspect jaw fracture, go to the ER first.
Pain Control & What To Avoid
- Use cold compresses in 10-minute intervals.
- Avoid extreme temperatures, spicy foods, and chewing on the injured side.
- Skip using sharp objects to “floss out” stuck debris; use gentle floss instead.
How We Treat Emergencies At Elite Dental Wellness
From digital X-rays to same-day pain relief, our team triages your case quickly. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include fillings, crowns, root canal therapy, tooth extraction, or emergency implant planning for non-restorable teeth.
Prevention Tips
- Wear a custom sports mouthguard for contact or court sports.
- Consider a nightguard if you clench or grind.
- Keep up with preventive checkups to catch small problems early.
Benefits Of Prompt Emergency Care
- Higher chance of saving natural teeth
- Faster pain relief and infection control
- Reduced risk of long-term complications
- Clear path to cosmetic or restorative options after healing
Your Next Steps For Relief
If you’re in pain now, Call Us Today at (713) 789-8680. For non-urgent prep, bookmark our Emergency Dentistry page and save our number. We’ll get you comfortable quickly and guide you through long-term solutions.
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