Emergency Dentistry

We evaluate urgent dental problems and may use digital X-ray technology or a digital scanner when needed to assess damage. Our team explains your treatment options clearly and works to accommodate same-day appointments when the schedule allows.

When Should You Call an Emergency Dentist?

Call an emergency dentist for severe tooth pain, significant swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out permanent tooth, a broken tooth, or major dental trauma.

Contact our Daytona Beach office if you are experiencing:

• Severe or sudden tooth pain
• A knocked-out permanent tooth
• A cracked or broken tooth
• A lost filling or restoration
• Dental swelling or signs of infection
• Bleeding that does not stop
• An injury to the teeth or mouth

If swelling is affecting your breathing or swallowing, or you are experiencing another potentially life-threatening emergency, seek emergency medical care immediately.

For other urgent dental problems, contact our office so our team can help determine the appropriate next step.

What Should You Do Before Your Emergency Dental Visit?

What you do immediately after a dental injury can make a difference.

Knocked-out permanent tooth

A knocked-out permanent tooth should be treated as quickly as possible. Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root. If it is dirty, gently rinse it without scrubbing.

If possible and safe, place the tooth back into the socket. Otherwise, keep it moist in milk or an appropriate tooth-preservation solution and seek dental care immediately.

Ideally, a knocked-out permanent tooth should be evaluated within about 30 minutes, although treatment may still be possible if more time has passed.

Bleeding

Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze to help control bleeding. If bleeding does not stop, seek prompt care.

Swelling or dental trauma

A cold compress applied to the outside of the face may help reduce discomfort and swelling.

When you call our office, our team can provide guidance based on your situation and let you know what to do before you arrive.

What Happens at an Emergency Dental Visit?

An emergency dental visit begins with a focused evaluation to identify the source of the problem and determine the appropriate treatment.

Depending on your symptoms, your visit may include:

• A review of your medical and dental history
• An examination of the affected tooth or area
• Digital X-rays or scanning when needed
• Pain control
• Temporary treatment or treatment to correct the problem
• A plan for any necessary follow-up care

Our goal is to address the immediate concern while helping protect your long-term oral health. Local anesthesia or a temporary restoration may be used when appropriate to keep you comfortable until additional treatment can be completed.

Common Dental Emergencies We Treat

Severe tooth pain

Sudden or persistent tooth pain may be caused by decay, infection, a damaged restoration, or an injury. We evaluate the source of the pain and recommend treatment based on our findings.

Treatment may include a filling, crown, root canal therapy, drainage, or another appropriate dental procedure. Antibiotics are prescribed when clinically appropriate.

Broken or chipped teeth

Minor chips may be smoothed or repaired with bonding. More extensive damage may require a filling, crown, root canal therapy, or another type of restoration.

In some cases, a temporary restoration can protect the tooth until a permanent solution is completed.

Knocked-out teeth

A knocked-out permanent tooth requires immediate attention. Acting quickly can improve the chance of saving the tooth.

Bring the tooth with you if possible, and avoid touching or scrubbing the root.

Lost or broken restorations

A lost filling, crown, or other restoration can leave a tooth sensitive or vulnerable to further damage.

Depending on the condition of the tooth, we may provide a temporary repair or recommend a permanent restoration.

Dental swelling or infection

Dental swelling may be a sign of infection and should not be ignored. Depending on the cause and severity, treatment may include drainage, root canal therapy, a restoration, or other urgent dental care.

For complex infections or problems that require surgery or specialty care, we can help coordinate treatment with a trusted specialist.

Can an Emergency Dentist Treat a Dental Infection?

Yes. Dental infections may require prompt evaluation to identify the source and prevent them from worsening.

Depending on your condition, treatment may involve drainage, root canal therapy, restorative treatment, or another appropriate procedure. Antibiotics may also be prescribed when clinically appropriate.

If swelling is making it difficult to breathe or swallow, seek emergency medical care immediately.

Emergency Dental Care for Adults and Children in Daytona Beach

Dr. Jean Chang-Lowe brings three decades of experience to patient care. Our team provides emergency dental care for adults and children and works to make urgent visits as calm and straightforward as possible.

We explain what we find, review your treatment options, and answer your questions before moving forward. Nervous patients are welcome, and we take a patient-focused approach to pacing care.

For added comfort, blankets and pillows are available during treatment, and the office offers free Wi-Fi.

Digital X-ray technology and a digital scanner may also help us gather information efficiently and explain dental findings more clearly.

How Can You Prevent Future Dental Emergencies?

Not every dental emergency can be prevented, but regular care and a few everyday precautions may lower your risk.

Keep up with routine dental checkups so decay, worn restorations, and other concerns can be identified early. Wear a mouthguard during sports, and consider a nightguard if you grind or clench your teeth.

Our digital scanner can capture digital impressions for appliances such as nightguards.

You can also reduce the risk of cracked or broken teeth by avoiding chewing ice, hard candy, or nonfood items.

After an emergency visit, keep any recommended follow-up appointments so we can monitor healing and reduce the risk of another problem.

Can You Get a Same-Day Emergency Dental Appointment?

We work to accommodate urgent dental needs and may offer same-day emergency dental appointments in Daytona Beach when the schedule allows.

When you call, our team will ask a few questions about your symptoms so we can better understand the situation and provide practical instructions before your visit.

If available, bring:

• A list of current medications
• Allergy information
• Recent dental records or X-rays
• A photo ID
• Any pieces of a broken tooth or restoration

For children, bringing a favorite comfort item may also help make the visit easier.

Our team will explain expected treatment timelines, arrange follow-up care when necessary, and help coordinate referrals or prescriptions when appropriate.