What counts as a dental emergency?

Severe tooth pain, facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out permanent tooth, a serious dental injury or difficulty breathing or swallowing requires urgent attention. Breathing or swallowing problems can be life-threatening; seek emergency medical care immediately.

What to do before your visit

• For a knocked-out tooth, handle it by the crown, keep it moist and seek care immediately.
• For swelling, do not place aspirin directly on the gum.
• For bleeding, use gentle pressure with clean gauze.
• For a broken tooth, save the fragment and avoid chewing on that side.
• Do not delay care because pain temporarily improves.

Why timing matters

Prompt evaluation can help control pain, assess infection and determine whether a tooth can be repaired. Treatment may include a filling, crown, root canal, extraction or another procedure depending on the diagnosis.

Finding urgent dental care in Miami

When calling an emergency dentist in Brickell, describe your symptoms, when they began and any swelling or trauma. Bring a list of medications and allergies. Brickell Dental Care can help assess urgent dental concerns and explain the safest next step.

Do not self-diagnose online. If symptoms are severe or rapidly worsening, seek immediate professional care.