Dental Emergencies

Our Reliable Emergency Dentist in Fremont

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Life moves at a fast pace, and emergencies can happen before you know it. At Nijjar Dental, we offer effective urgent dental care to get you out of pain and back to your day. Our team is committed to protecting your oral health, regardless of whether you visit us for a cleaning or an emergency.

Our emergency dentists in Fremont are proud to serve our community by combining decades of experience with a compassionate chairside manner to provide the quality dental care you deserve. You can trust that we will treat you with dignity, regardless of the situation that led to the dental emergency. Contact us today to learn more about how our emergency dental services can restore your smile.

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What Counts as a Dental Emergency?

Some situations are clearly a dental emergency, such as when you have pain or a tooth is knocked out. However, there are symptoms that qualify as an emergency that you may feel tempted to overlook or dismiss because you're not experiencing pain. If you're not sure if you need urgent dental care, contact our office, and we will discuss your symptoms and what the next steps should include. Here are some symptoms that warrant a visit with our emergency dentists:

Cracked or broken tooth
Missing or broken dental restoration
Pain in your tooth or jaws
Swollen or bleeding gums
Pus at the base of your tooth
Abscess on your gums
Avulsed (knocked-out) tooth

Our Urgent Dental Care Process

Our team is passionate about being there for you when you need us, which is why we offer emergency dental care to restore your oral health. When you experience trauma or symptoms that require urgent dental care, call our office, and our friendly team will do everything we can to see you as soon as possible. We offer same-day appointments whenever available, or we will schedule you at the earliest opening if we cannot see you that day.

If your emergency occurs after our operating hours, call our office and leave a message. We will call you back as soon as possible and provide helpful tips and instructions to alleviate pain until you're able to get to our office. If you are a patient of record, our emergency dentist may see you after hours for true emergencies.

What Should I Do in a Dental Emergency?

Fear of the unknown is often a source of anxiety. That's why we offer helpful tips and instructions to empower you with the knowledge you need to help you navigate different dental emergencies until you get to our office. We always encourage you to call our office as soon as possible so we can provide specific guidance for your unique situation. In the meantime, here are some steps you can take when you or a loved one are experiencing a dental emergency in Fremont:

Broken or Missing Dental Restoration: A dental restoration plays an essential part in protecting your oral health. If your crown, bridge, or dentures are broken or fall out, then it's necessary to seek immediate dental care. Gather any pieces of the restoration you can find, rinse them in lukewarm water, and bring them with you to your emergency appointment. If the restoration is still attached to your teeth, cover the broken edges with dental wax so it doesn't irritate the inside of your lips or cheeks.
Cracked or Knocked-Out Tooth: If your tooth is compromised by a crack or chip or is avulsed, there are specific steps you can take to help increase the chances of saving your natural tooth structure. Gently pick up the broken pieces and rinse them in room temperature water. If your tooth is knocked out, only touch the tooth by the crown, avoiding the root. Put the pieces or the whole tooth in a glass of milk or saline solution until you see our emergency dentist. Rinse your mouth with water to clear away any debris.
Tooth or Jaw Pain: Pain in your tooth or jaw can make everyday activities feel excruciating, including speaking, chewing, and swallowing. To help alleviate the pain until your emergency dental appointment, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. Wrap the compress or bag of ice in a soft washcloth and gently apply it near the area. It's important that you don't use too much pressure because that can increase the pain. You can also take an over-the-counter pain reliever to manage the pain.

Our Reliable Emergency Dental Care in Fremont

Your quality of life is directly impacted by how you feel, and a dental emergency can leave you in pain and feeling anxious. At Nijjar Dental, our mother-daughter team of friendly dentists offers the urgent dental care you need. We are dedicated to boosting your oral health and your peace of mind with our dependable emergency treatments. Whether your child loses a tooth on the athletic field or an infected tooth is causing you pain, you can count on our emergency dentists in Fremont. Contact us today to schedule your appointment.