08/10/2026
Not every toothache means you need to be seen right away, but some dental problems can lead to permanent tooth loss or a serious health risk if you wait too long. Knowing the difference can help you act quickly when it matters and avoid an unnecessary emergency visit when it doesn't.
Here is how to tell whether what you are dealing with is a true dental emergency, what to do in the first few minutes after an injury, and when to call your dentist versus head straight to the emergency room.
Not sure if your dental pain is an emergency? Learn the warning signs, what to do for a knocked-out tooth, and when to go to the ER instead of the dentist.
