Dental Emergencies

For days when you’re dealing with knocked-out teeth, persistent toothaches, or a severely cracked tooth, our emergency dentists in Fort Smith, Rogers, and Springdale, AR, are here to help. All you need to do is give us a call and once you arrive, we’ll get to work finding the right treatment that adequately addresses the situation at hand. If you have dental pain, take the first step and reach out to us today!

Learn more about treatment for a dental emergency below.

How to Spot a Dental Emergency

Not every issue requires urgent dental care, but some conditions do demand fast action by our local emergency dentists to prevent serious damage or infection. Knowing the difference can help you act quickly when it counts.

Generally speaking, get dental help if you experience:

• Severe, unrelenting pain in the mouth or jaw
• Bleeding gums that won’t stop
• Swelling in the gums, cheek, or jaw (may indicate infection)
• A knocked-out or noticeably loose tooth from trauma
• A toothache that lingers beyond 1–2 days with over-the-counter medication 
• A severely cracked, broken, or fractured tooth

On the other hand, mild tooth sensitivity, small chips that don’t cause pain, or a slightly loose crown do not typically require emergency dental treatment and can be addressed during a regular dental appointment.

Quick Tips Before You’re Seen

If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, follow these immediate steps to minimize damage and ease discomfort until you can get to one of our dentists:

• Toothache: Rinse your mouth with warm water and use over-the-counter pain relief as needed. Avoid very hot or cold foods.
• Knocked-Out Tooth: Handle it by the crown (not the root), gently rinse it without scrubbing, and try placing it back in the socket. If not possible, store it in milk or just inside your cheek and arrive at one of our emergency dental offices within 30 minutes for the best chance of reattachment.
• Soft Tissue Injury: Apply pressure with clean gauze to stop bleeding. Use a cold compress to reduce swelling.
• Broken or Cracked Tooth: Rinse your mouth with warm water. Save any broken pieces. Apply a cold compress if there’s swelling.
• Dental Abscess: Rinse with a mild saltwater solution and seek care immediately. Do not pop or drain the area yourself.
• Lost Crown or Veneer: Use dental cement (available at drugstores) to temporarily hold it in place, but avoid biting down on it.