Emergency Dentist in Valley Village

What to Do Right Now

Before you reach us, these steps can reduce pain and protect your tooth. Stay calm — most dental emergencies are very treatable when you act quickly.

Step 1 — If a Tooth Has Been Knocked Out

Pick it up by the crown (the white part), not the root. If it’s dirty, rinse gently with clean water — do not scrub. Try to place it back in the socket if you can. If that’s not possible, keep it moist: in milk, in your cheek next to your gum, or in a sealed container of saliva. Get to us within 30-60 minutes for the best chance of saving it.

Step 2 — If a Tooth Is Broken or Chipped

Rinse your mouth gently with warm water. If there’s bleeding, apply light pressure with a clean gauze or cloth. Save any large broken pieces if you can find them. Avoid chewing on that side and steer clear of very hot or cold foods until you’re seen.

Step 3 — If You Suspect a Dental Abscess

An abscess is an infection — it won’t go away on its own. Warning signs include throbbing pain, a swollen jaw or face, fever, bad taste in your mouth, or a pimple-like bump on your gum. Do not try to drain it yourself. Call us immediately. If you have facial swelling spreading toward your eye or throat, or difficulty swallowing or breathing, go to the emergency room first.

Step 4 — ER vs. Dentist: How to Decide

Go to the ER if: you have significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or trauma to your head or jaw.

Call us if: you have tooth pain, a knocked-out tooth, a broken crown, a lost filling, an abscess without spreading swelling, or any other dental issue that needs same-day care. ERs can prescribe antibiotics and pain relief but they cannot do dental work — we can.

Abscess Drainage and Antibiotics
We drain dental abscesses safely, relieve the pressure and pain, and prescribe antibiotics when indicated to stop the infection from spreading.

Same-Day Zirconia Crowns
Need a crown today? We offer same-day Zirconia crowns — milled in-office, metal-free, and designed to last. No temporary crown, no second appointment.

Denture Repair
A cracked or broken denture affects how you eat and speak. We’ll assess whether yours can be repaired and walk you through your options on the spot.

Broken Wire Trim (Orthodontic)
A poking wire from your braces can cut the inside of your cheek quickly. We’ll trim and tuck the wire so you’re comfortable until you see your orthodontist.