Emergency Dentistry in Fairfax, VA
A calm, caring home for your child's smile — from their very first tooth to their very first cap and gown.
Step 1. What Counts as a Dental Emergency
Come in immediately or call us if you experience:
- Severe or persistent tooth pain
- A knocked-out tooth
- A broken or cracked tooth
- A lost filling or crown
- Swelling in the gums or face
- Abscess or visible infection
- Bleeding that will not stop
- Injury to the mouth or jaw
When in doubt, call us. We would rather see you and send you home reassured than have you suffer at home.
Step 2. What to Do Right Now
Call us first – we will walk you through what to do until you arrive.
General first-aid guidance:
- Knocked-out tooth: handle by the crown, rinse gently, place back in the socket or in milk
- Severe pain: rinse with warm salt water, apply a cold compress, take over-the-counter pain relievers
- Broken tooth: save any fragments, rinse the mouth, apply gauze if bleeding
- Lost filling: use sugar-free gum as a temporary cover
- Swelling: apply a cold compress and call us immediately
Step 3. What Happens When You Arrive
- We will see you as quickly as possible
- A focused exam and any needed X-rays
- Pain relief first – we stop the suffering immediately
- Clear explanation of what is happening
- A treatment plan you understand before we proceed
- Follow-up care planning
Our goal is simple: get you out of pain and onto a clear path forward.
Step 4. How to Avoid Future Emergencies
- Do not ignore small aches – they rarely heal on their own
- Wear a custom mouthguard for contact sports
- Wear a nightguard if you grind
- Avoid chewing ice, hard candy, or popcorn kernels
- Keep up with six-month checkups
- Address small cavities before they grow
Most dental emergencies are entirely preventable with regular care.
Step 5. Call Us. We Are Ready.
If you are in pain or dealing with a dental emergency right now, pick up the phone. We prioritize emergency cases and will do everything we can to see you the same day.
You do not have to suffer. We are here.
