Dental emergencies can strike at any time, and often when least expected. Knowing what a dental emergency is, and how to spot the signs of one, could mean the difference between saving or losing a tooth.
A dental emergency is typically defined as an issue that requires immediate attention due to pain or potential damage to your teeth and gums. Common examples of dental emergencies include severe toothache, knocked-out teeth, broken crowns or fillings, infection, abscesses and more. If you experience any of these symptoms it’s important to contact your dentist straight away as delaying treatment could lead to further complications and costly repairs in the future.
We offer same-day emergency services for most conditions:
Office Hours
Monday: 9am – 5pm (limited time)
Tuesday: 9am – 6pm
Wednesday: 11am – 7pm
Thursday: 9am – 5pm
Friday: 8am – 1pm
Saturday: 9am – 2pm (Select Saturdays Only)
Sunday: Closed
We will do everything we can to see you as soon as possible if you are experiencing pain or swelling. In most situations, Dr. Raines will be able to see you the same day. We will do our best to relieve your pain or refer you to one of our trusted specialists that will do the same.
For severe dental emergencies such as significant infection, pain, trauma or lost teeth, please call our emergency number: Raines Dental Phone Number 856-343-4020
The first step is to remain calm and take immediate action. If the tooth is still in one piece, pick it up by the crown (not the root) and rinse it off with warm running water. Do not scrub or handle the tooth too much as this can damage it. It’s important to store the tooth in a container of milk or saliva until you can get to your nearest dental office or emergency room for treatment.
If possible, try reimplanting the tooth back into its socket as soon as possible; however, this should only be done if your dentist has advised you on how to do so correctly. If you can’t get the tooth back in the socket, place it in a container of milk, water or saliva to keep it moist. Do not touch the roots (handle the tooth by the crown) and don’t brush the tooth.