Emergency Dentistry

Same-Day Dental Care in San Diego, CA

A dental emergency is frightening, painful, and requires swift action. At Brite Smile Dental, located in the Sorrento Valley area of San Diego, Dr. Ahmedo and our compassionate team understand the urgency of sudden dental trauma or severe pain.

Don't Wait. Contact Our Office Today for Immediate Relief.

Laser dental treatment uses highly concentrated beams of light energy, allowing Dr. Ahmedo to treat tissue with pinpoint accuracy, resulting in significantly less discomfort, bleeding, and recovery time for our patients.

Book Your Appointment Today: We always set aside time for same-day appointments during business hours to ensure patients experiencing an emergency can be seen and treated immediately. If you are in pain, injured, or have a time-sensitive issue, call or visit us right away at (619) 667-3330.

What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?

An emergency is any situation involving trauma, severe pain, or bleeding that threatens the health of a tooth or requires immediate intervention to prevent permanent damage. Saving a natural tooth often depends on quick action.

  • Severe Pain & Infection: Abscessed Tooth (Gum or Pulp), Severe Toothache, Sudden Sensitivity, Swollen Face/Jaw.
  • Trauma & Injury: Knocked-Out (Avulsed) Tooth, Chipped or Broken Tooth, Loose Filling or Crown, Cracked Tooth Syndrome.
  • Soft Tissue Issues: Uncontrolled Bleeding Gums/Tongue/Cheek, Severe Pericoronitis (Infected Wisdom Tooth Area), Object Stuck Between Teeth.
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Critical: What To Do Before Your Emergency Appointment

If you experience a dental emergency, follow these steps immediately and call Brite Smile Dental while en route to our San Diego office:

1. For a Knocked-Out Tooth (Avulsion)

  • Handle by the Crown: Only touch the chewing surface (crown) of the tooth, never the root.
  • Rinse Gently: If dirty, rinse briefly with cool water—do not scrub or remove attached tissue fragments.
  • Attempt Re-implantation: If possible, gently place the tooth back into its socket. Bite down gently on a piece of gauze or wet tea bag to hold it in place.
  • Storage (If re-implantation fails): If you cannot re-implant the tooth, store it in a cup of milk or a tooth preservation kit (if available). Do not use tap water. Time is critical; seek care within one hour.

2. For Severe Tooth Pain

  • Rinse: Rinse your mouth thoroughly with warm salt water to clean the area.
  • Cold Compress: Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek near the painful area to reduce swelling and numb the pain.
  • Medication: Use over-the-counter pain relievers (like Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen) but do not apply aspirin directly to the gum tissue, as this can cause a burn.
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Emergency Treatment: What to Expect

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Immediate Diagnosis:

We will first conduct a focused oral exam and take necessary X-rays (often a panoramic or periapical view) to quickly pinpoint the source and extent of the injury or infection.

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Pain Management:

Before definitive treatment begins, we will administer appropriate local anesthesia to ensure you are comfortable.

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Restorative Treatment:

Once your pain is managed and the immediate crisis is stabilized, Dr. Ahmedo will develop a long-term restorative plan.

Possible Restorative Treatment Plans

Your final treatment depends entirely on the diagnosis and the extent of the damage, but our ultimate goal is always to preserve your natural smile and restore full function:

Infections

May require drainage of an abscess and antibiotic therapy, often followed by a Root Canal to save the tooth.

Broken/Chipped Teeth

Depending on severity, we may use a Composite Filling or prepare the tooth for a Custom Dental Crown to restore strength and aesthetics.

Knocked-Out Tooth

We will attempt re-implantation and stabilize the tooth by splinting it to adjacent healthy teeth. If a tooth cannot be saved, we discuss options like a Dental Bridge or Dental Implant for replacement.

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