Emergency Dentistry

Emergency Dentistry services offered in Alamo, CA

If you’re experiencing dental pain, have a damaged crown, or have lost a permanent tooth, seek emergency dental care right away. At Alamo Family Dentistry in San Ramon, California, Sushma Balakrishna, DDS, and the team offer same-day emergency dentistry appointments for people who contact the office before noon. Using safe, effective treatments, the team can minimize pain and restore your smile. To make an appointment at the practice, call the office or use the online booking tool.

Emergency Dentistry Q & A

What is emergency dentistry?

Emergency dentistry provides care for non-life-threatening oral health problems that require immediate attention. If you bite your tongue and it won’t stop bleeding, or you develop a severe toothache that doesn’t respond to over-the-counter pain medication, contact Alamo Family Dentistry right away.

What types of problems does emergency dentistry treat?

The Alamo Family Dentistry team uses emergency dentistry to treat a variety of common problems, including:

Chipped or fractured teeth
Damaged restorations (crowns, bridges, and overdentures)
Cuts and lacerations that won’t stop bleeding
Severe toothaches
Oral abscesses, Knocked-out teeth
Objects lodged between teeth

You might also benefit from emergency dentistry if you get hit in the mouth and one or several teeth become loose.

What should I do if I lose a tooth or break a dental restoration?

If you lose a tooth or break a dental restoration, Alamo Family Dentistry recommends the following:

Lost tooth

Pick up the tooth and clean it of any debris. Then, try to place it back in the socket. If the tooth moves around, place it in a glass of milk. Once secured, call the office to speak with the administrative team.

If your injury occurs before noon, they can get you in for a same-day appointment. If it’s after noon, the team can make recommendations to limit the pain and lower the risk of additional complications.

Broken dental restoration

If you break a dental restoration, such as a crown or bridge, pick up the pieces and clean them off. Then, put the pieces in a plastic bag or piece of foil and call Alamo Family Dentistry. If you break or lose a crown, the team can restore your smile during a single appointment, thanks to the on-site CEREC milling machine.

How can I lower the risk of a dental emergency?

The easiest way to lower the risk of a dental emergency is to practice good oral hygiene. The team at Alamo Family Dentistry recommends brushing and flossing daily and visiting the office two times each year for an oral exam and professional teeth cleaning.

If you lead an active lifestyle and avoid bad habits like nail-biting or opening objects with your teeth, wear a mouthguard to prevent damage to your teeth, gums, or dental restorations.

If you or a loved one needs emergency dentistry, make an appointment at Alamo Family Dentistry by calling the office to speak with a caring administrative staff member or clicking the online booking tool.