Emergency Dentistry In San Francisco, CA

Get Immediate Care For Dental Emergencies

If you’re in pain and need emergency dental care in San Francisco, the dentists at Mission Bay Dental are here to help. Led by Dr. Nancy Li and Dr. Jane Choi, our dental team provides expert emergency care for patients of all ages. From treating toothaches to pulled-out fillings and damaged teeth, we can provide the treatment you need to get out of pain, protect your oral health, and get back to your daily routine.

What Counts As A Dental Emergency?

Not sure if your condition really counts as an emergency? Generally speaking, any dental issue that’s causing severe oral pain, discomfort, and bleeding counts, such as:

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• A severe toothache that won’t go away and gets worse after a few days
• Infected teeth and dental abscesses
• Lost or pulled out dental work, like a filling or crown
• Cracked, chipped, or broken teeth
• Loose teeth
• Knocked-out teeth
• Objects stuck between teeth
• Cuts and lacerations to the gums, tongue, cheeks, or lips

Still not sure if you need emergency dental care in San Francisco? You can always give the team at Mission Bay Dental a call at (619) 275-2750 to discuss your situation and determine if you need to come in for a same-day visit with one of our dentists.

The Benefits Of Getting Immediate Emergency Care

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• Get out of pain – The pain of a toothache or a damaged tooth can be severe enough to interfere with school, work, family time, and your daily routine. With expert emergency care from the team at Mission Bay Dental, you can get out of pain and back to your daily life.
• Prevent complications – The sooner you get help, the more likely it is that your dentist can save your tooth. For example, if you get a root canal for an infected tooth right away, you’ll be able to keep your tooth. But if you wait too long, it may need to be extracted instead.
• Save time & money, too – In most cases, getting immediate care will also save you time and money. The sooner you get treatment from an emergency dentist, the less likely it is that you’ll need complex, costly dental care to restore your smile. 

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• Enjoy peace of mind – Once you come into Mission Bay Dental, you’ll be able to rest, relax, and know that you’re getting the care you need. You can leave your anxiety about your oral health behind and get valuable peace of mind.

What Should I Do In A Dental Emergency?

Call Mission Bay Dental

First, give us a call right away to tell us about your situation. We’ll do our best to fit you in for a same-day or next-day visit and ensure you get the emergency dental care you need from the dentists at Mission Bay Dental.

Recover your tooth or dental work (if applicable)

If you’ve lost a tooth, you should grab it by the top (crown) and rinse it off in warm water. Then, put it in a container of cold milk to keep it moist. You will need to come to our office within 1-2 hours to have your tooth replaced.

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If you’ve lost a filling, crown, or any other piece of dental work, you can recover it and put it into a plastic baggie. Bring this baggie with you to Mission Bay Dental. In some cases, your dentist may be able to repair your dental work and reuse it.

Treat pain, discomfort, and bleeding

You can take over-the-counter medicine like acetaminophen to help with your pain. Numbing the affected area with a topical pain reliever like Orajel can also provide you with the pain relief you need until you can see a dentist. 

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Icing the outside of your cheek near the affected area will also help with pain, discomfort, and swelling, if present. If your mouth is bleeding, you can use clean paper towels, gauze, or a cotton ball to place pressure on the area. Bleeding should slow down within 5-10 minutes.

Get the expert care you need

The above steps are only temporary fixes. To restore your smile and your oral health, you will need to see an emergency dentist. So don’t wait. Come in for your visit with the team at Mission Bay Dental as soon as you can. Our team will diagnose the root of your issue, relieve your pain, and restore your oral health.

Book Your Emergency Visit With Mission Bay Dental Today!

If you’re in pain and need emergency dental care in San Francisco, don’t wait. Call Mission Bay Dental at (619) 275-2750 to speak with our team right away. We will do our best to fit you into our schedule for a same-day visit. 

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With our advanced technology, our team of expert dentists led by Dr. Choi and Dr. Ly, and our patient-focused approach to dentistry, you can trust our team to provide truly best-in-class emergency dental care. Call now, book your emergency appointment, and get the relief you need.