Tooth Pain
Persistent or severe tooth pain may be related to decay, infection, a cracked tooth, gum inflammation, or damaged dental work.
When to Call
Urgent dental symptoms deserve attention.
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Severe Tooth Pain
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Facial or Gum Swelling
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Broken or Cracked Tooth
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Lost Filling or Crown
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Dental Injury
Know When to Get Help
When Should You Call an Emergency Dentist?
Some dental problems can wait for a routine appointment. Others should be evaluated as soon as possible.
Severe pain, swelling, bleeding, a broken tooth, damaged dental work, or signs of infection can become worse when ignored. Even symptoms that initially seem minor may involve the tooth nerve, gums, bone, or surrounding tissue.
Calling our Redlands dental office allows our team to help you understand the appropriate next step based on your symptoms.
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Severe or Persistent Toothache
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Swelling in the Gums, Face or Jaw
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Broken, Chipped or Cracked Tooth
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Knocked-Out or Injured Tooth
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Lost Filling or Damaged Crown
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Pain When Biting or Chewing
Prompt Evaluation Matters
Common Dental Emergencies
Dental Problems That Should Not Be Ignored
Dental emergencies may be caused by decay, infection, trauma, cracked teeth, gum problems, or damaged restorations.
Broken or Chipped Teeth
Cracks and fractures may expose sensitive tooth structure and increase the risk of additional damage.
Swelling or Infection
Gum, facial, or jaw swelling may indicate infection and should be evaluated promptly.
Lost Dental Work
A missing filling or damaged crown may leave the underlying tooth exposed and vulnerable.
Emergency Dental Services
Finding the Cause Comes First
Every dental emergency is different. Treatment depends on the cause of the problem, the severity of your symptoms, and the condition of the affected tooth or surrounding tissue.
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Tooth Pain Evaluation
Tooth pain may be related to decay, infection, a crack, gum inflammation, a bite problem, or damaged dental work. Evaluation helps identify the source before treatment is recommended.
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Broken, Chipped or Cracked Teeth
Treatment may involve smoothing, bonding, a filling, a crown, root canal-related care, or another restorative option depending on the extent of the damage.
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Lost Fillings or Damaged Crowns
If a filling or crown becomes loose or falls out, avoid chewing on that side and contact our office so the tooth can be evaluated.
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Swelling, Infection or Abscess Symptoms
Pressure, swelling, increasing pain, a bad taste, or a pimple-like bump on the gums may indicate infection and should not be ignored.
Understand the Problem
Diagnosis Before Treatment
Emergency dental care starts with determining what is causing your symptoms.
A clinical examination and appropriate dental imaging can help identify problems that may not be visible from the outside, including deep decay, infection, cracks, changes around the tooth root, or damage beneath an existing restoration.
Once we understand the source of the problem, we can explain your treatment options and what should happen next.
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Know When It May Be Medical
When Should You Go to an Emergency Room?
Some symptoms may require emergency medical attention rather than waiting for a dental appointment.
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling
Uncontrolled or severe bleeding
Major facial trauma or suspected jaw fracture
Other potentially life-threatening symptoms
What Happens Next
From Your First Call to the Next Step
Call
Tell our team what you are experiencing.
Evaluation
We examine the tooth, gums, and surrounding area.
Diagnosis
Examination and imaging help identify the cause.
Relief & Protection
We explain appropriate treatment based on what we find.
Follow-Up
Additional care may be scheduled when necessary.
Emergency Care in Redlands
Why Patients Choose Brookside Dental Associates
Dental emergencies can be stressful. Clear answers and thoughtful treatment planning can make the experience easier to manage.
Trusted Redlands Dental Office
Brookside Dental Associates provides patient-focused dental care for Redlands and nearby communities.
Clear Treatment Planning
We explain what we find, available treatment options, timing, and recommended next steps.
Comprehensive Dental Services
Our office provides general, restorative, endodontic-related, implant, cosmetic, and orthodontic services.
Patient-Focused Care
We understand urgent visits can feel stressful and work to keep patients informed throughout the process.
Emergency Dentist FAQ
Questions About Emergency Dental Care
What is considered a dental emergency?
A dental emergency may include severe tooth pain, swelling, infection, a broken or knocked-out tooth, significant bleeding, or damaged dental work that is causing pain or leaving the tooth vulnerable.
Should I call a dentist for severe tooth pain?
Yes. Severe tooth pain should not be ignored. It may be related to infection, deep decay, a crack, gum inflammation, or another issue that needs professional evaluation.
Can a broken tooth be treated the same day?
Treatment depends on the extent of the damage and the type of care needed. Same-day appointment options may be available when scheduling allows.
What should I do if I lose a filling or crown?
Avoid chewing on that side, keep the area as clean as possible, and contact our office. A lost filling or crown can expose sensitive tooth structure.
Is swelling in the gums or face a dental emergency?
Swelling may indicate infection and should not be ignored. Significant or rapidly increasing swelling may require immediate attention.
When should I go to the emergency room instead of the dentist?
Seek emergency medical care for difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, significant facial trauma, suspected jaw fracture, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms.
Get the Right Next Step
Dental Pain or an Urgent Dental Problem?
Contact Brookside Dental Associates in Redlands if you are experiencing tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, damaged dental work, or another urgent dental concern.
Call (909) 798-7111
Contact Our Office
Same-day appointment options may be available when scheduling allows.
- Prompt guidance for urgent dental symptoms
- Patient-focused care in Redlands, CA
- Clear recommendations for the next step