Dental Emergencies in Winfield, IL

There are times when teeth get injured. They can become fractured or chipped by trauma, biting on something too hard, or from teeth grinding. In other cases, a crown or filling falls out or experiences damage. If severe pain is involved, be sure to contact our Winfield office immediately. Most painful dental emergencies almost always worsen without treatment.

Dental Emergencies in Winfield, IL

If you experience any of these dental traumas, follow the steps below and contact your emergency dentist:

• Broken Tooth: Rinse your mouth immediately with warm water to eliminate any impurities. Put ice on the cheek of the injured side to alleviate swelling. If possible, collect and save any pieces of the broken tooth. Call your Winfield dentist immediately.
• Cracked Tooth: A severely cracked tooth requires treatment from an emergency dentist. If you experience sharp pain when you chew or bite, and increased sensitivity, seek treatment as soon as possible.
• Knocked-Out Tooth: Look for the tooth and rinse it off with water holding the crown, not the root. Never scrub or remove any remaining soft tissue. If you can, put it back in the socket. If not, store it in milk and see a dentist.
• A Toothache: Clean the affected area with warm water. Gentle floss between the painful tooth to remove any lodged particles. Call a dentist if pain persists.

We treat dental emergencies in Winfield, IL and offer same day appointments. If you need an emergency dentist after hours, contact us today!