When a dental emergency happens, the first few minutes matter. Stay calm and assess the situation: is there uncontrolled bleeding, severe swelling, or difficulty breathing? If so, seek emergency medical attention right away. For non-life-threatening dental problems, a few simple actions at home can reduce pain and limit further damage while you arrange to see a dentist.
For a knocked-out tooth, handle it by the crown (not the root), gently rinse any visible dirt, and try to reinsert it if possible. If reinsertion isn’t feasible, keep the tooth moist—place it in milk or a tooth preservation solution if available, or hold it between the cheek and gum—and bring it with you to the appointment. For a fractured or chipped tooth, rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Over-the-counter pain relievers can help, but avoid placing medication directly against exposed gum or tooth tissue.
Soft-tissue injuries inside the mouth should be managed with gentle pressure using sterile gauze to control bleeding, and cold packs outside the cheek to manage swelling. If you suspect a fractured jaw or have trouble opening or closing your mouth, avoid moving the jaw and go to the nearest emergency department. These immediate measures often make the difference between saving a tooth and needing more extensive care later.
Dental emergencies cover a wide range of problems, from sudden tooth pain to appliance failures. Our team treats acute toothaches that signal deep decay or infection, broken or fractured teeth from accidental impacts, and dislodged or lost crowns and fillings that expose sensitive tooth structure. Prompt attention minimizes pain and reduces the risk of infection or permanent damage.
We also handle issues with removable prosthetics—such as broken or ill-fitting dentures—that interfere with eating and speaking. Painful eruptions or problematic wisdom teeth that present with swelling or infection are common urgent concerns. Soft-tissue infections, unusual lesions, and sudden swelling of the gums, lips, or face are treated swiftly to rule out serious conditions and to start appropriate care.
Other urgent problems we see include loose or broken restorations, abscesses, and severe gum pain. If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies as an emergency, it’s better to contact a dental professional for guidance rather than wait; many conditions worsen quickly if left untreated.
When you arrive at the office, we begin with a focused history and exam to determine the source of your symptoms and to identify any red flags. Our approach emphasizes quick, accurate diagnosis so we can triage care based on severity. We’ll assess pain level, visual signs of infection or trauma, and any systemic symptoms that might indicate a broader health issue.
Diagnostic imaging—such as digital x-rays—helps reveal hidden problems like root fractures, abscesses, or deep decay that aren’t visible on the surface. When imaging is warranted, we use technology that provides clear images while minimizing radiation exposure. Together, the clinical exam and imaging let us make informed recommendations about immediate treatment and follow-up care.
Prioritization is patient-centered: issues that threaten the airway, involve spreading infection, or cause severe, unrelenting pain are handled first. Problems that are uncomfortable but stable are scheduled promptly for treatment that resolves the issue and prevents escalation. Throughout, we explain the reasoning behind each step so patients understand what we’re doing and why.
Treatment depends on the nature and extent of the problem. For many cases of toothache or infection, we begin with pain control and, when appropriate, antibiotics to manage infection. Restorative measures—such as replacing a lost filling, repairing a chipped tooth with bonding, or placing a new crown—restore function and protect remaining tooth structure. These can often be completed in a single visit or a short series of appointments, depending on complexity.
If the nerve inside the tooth is involved, root canal therapy may be recommended to remove infected tissue and preserve the natural tooth. Root canal treatment is a reliable option when its goal is to relieve pain and prevent the need for extraction. In cases where a tooth is too damaged to save, extraction may be the safest course; our team discusses replacement options so you can plan for restoring appearance and function.
For lost or damaged dental appliances, we provide repairs or temporary solutions to restore comfort and usability until a durable repair or replacement is completed. Throughout treatment, we prioritize conservative, evidence-based care that aims to preserve natural teeth whenever possible while also offering predictable restorative solutions when needed.
After urgent treatment, clear aftercare instructions are critical for a smooth recovery. Expect guidance on pain management, oral hygiene modifications, dietary recommendations, and signs that warrant a return visit. Follow-up appointments let us monitor healing and complete any definitive restorative care, such as crowns or prosthetic adjustments, once the acute situation has resolved.
Prevention is equally important. Regular dental exams, timely treatment of small problems, protective appliances for sports, and prompt attention to dental trauma significantly reduce the likelihood of emergencies. We work with patients to identify risk factors—such as bruxism or advanced decay—and create practical plans to minimize future incidents.
When you need urgent dental care, you want experienced, compassionate providers who act quickly and communicate clearly. At True Vine Dental Care in Longwood, FL, our team combines clinical skill with a calming approach to help patients through stressful situations and back to stable oral health. If you have questions or need urgent assistance, please contact us for more information.
Pain is your body's way of signaling that something is not quite right and though there are many reasons for oral pain, one of the most common complaints and reasons for seeking urgent dental care is a toothache. Whether you simply need a dental filling, a crown, or require a root canal procedure to save your tooth, we'll alleviate your discomfort and restore the look and function of the involved tooth.
Dental trauma can result in a defect as minor as a small chip in tooth enamel to a more extensive and painful crack or fracture. With sufficient force, a tooth can even be displaced or completely knocked out of its socket. With prompt emergency care, many injured teeth can be restored and saved.
The last teeth in your mouth to develop, wisdom teeth often do not have enough room to fully erupt or may be positioned in the wrong direction. These issues can affect your dental health as well as overall well-being. Our office provides skilled care to address the complications caused by problematic wisdom teeth.
A broken or lost dental prosthesis or restoration can cause embarrassing gaps in your smile as well as compromise your ability to eat and speak with ease. If you've lost or broken a dental filling, denture, crown, or other dental appliance, you can rely on our office to perform a prompt repair or provide a durable and cosmetically pleasing replacement as quickly as possible.
At the office of True Vine Dental Care, emergency appointments are always available. Of course, in addition to providing top treatment for dental emergencies, we also welcome patients searching for high quality and affordable care. We offer a complete range of the latest and best cosmetic and dental services for every member of your family.
If you are suffering from a toothache or have sustained a dental injury, it is important to visit the dentist as soon as possible before more serious complications arise. Whether your dental emergency is painful, if it affects the appearance of your smile, or if you suspect that an infection is present, our office will make every effort to see you as promptly as possible for care.
At the office of True Vine Dental Care, we treat your dental emergency as our top priority. Our caring team will respond to your emergency call right away, making sure you get the gentle, state-of-the-art care you need without delay.
As your trusted emergency dentist in Longwood, we provide the highest quality of care to mitigate the stress, anxiety, and discomfort of dental problems. Our dedicated team will help you start feeling better as soon as we receive your emergency call.
At the office of True Vine Dental Care, we provide skilled and experienced care to effectively resolve a broad range of dental emergencies, restoring a patient's oral health while protecting their overall wellbeing.
However, even so, specific dental emergencies pose significant threats to one's health. These situations require immediate, emergency room care. Serious and potentially life-threatening dental emergencies include significant oral and facial trauma such as jaw fractures, deep wounds or lacerations to the face and mouth, an abscess or infection that causes widespread facial or submandibular swelling, or affects breathing and swallowing.
At the office of True Vine Dental Care, we provide prompt, skilled, and experienced care to address dental emergencies. We understand that finances are always a concern and do our best to provide options in care that are both affordable and respect your budget.
Once we've had the opportunity to examine your smile, we can give you a clear picture of any existing dental issues, along with a quote for what the cost of treatment will be. The cost of care all depends upon the extent and complexity of issues affecting the health or appearance of your smile and the types of procedures that are required.
To help alleviate any additional stress or delay, you can count on our staff to work with you to optimize coverage for your dental care and to minimize your out-of-pocket expenses. For patients without insurance, we strive to make things easier as well! We invite you to visit our financial information page or speak to an expert in our business office.
Dental emergencies are often painful and debilitating experiences. For this reason it's important to have an emergency dentist in Longwood, who welcomes patients with urgent dental needs while providing the prompt care required to restore oral health.
Here are just some of the reasons why so many patients choose our office for emergency dental care and to meet their family's dental needs:
We're dedicated to helping patients enjoy good oral health and beautiful smiles. We look forward to helping you keep your smile in tip-top condition. You can rest assured that our highly skilled office team will provide you the highest quality of state-of-the-art dental care and have you smiling again in no time!
To make an appointment or for more information on our office and the many state-of-the-art services we provide, give us a call today.
