Emergency Dentistry

Imagine you’re enjoying a beautiful day at the beach or shopping with friends; one minute, your day is going just as you expected, and then suddenly, you have a toothache or you break your dental crown. Perhaps you’re watching one of your children play their favorite sport, and someone accidentally hits them in the mouth.

When a dental emergency strikes, you will probably be scared and want help and relief as soon as possible. That’s why the expert dental team at Smiles by Dr. Josh wants you to know they will be there when a dental emergency strikes.

Emergency Dental Treatment on Your Schedule

Unlike many dental offices that only offer emergency dental services during regular business hours, Dr. Josh makes himself available in the evening and on the weekends. In fact, Smiles by Dr. Josh is open Monday through Friday until 7:00 PM and can arrange a same-day emergency appointment when you need it the most.

If your emergency happens on the weekend, Dr. Josh is just a phone call away! He knows that whether you live in Fort Lauderdale or you’re visiting on vacation, dental emergencies can and will happen seven days a week, 24 hours a day.

Because our caring dental team understands how stressful dental emergencies can be, we will first work to make you calm and comfortable. We offer nitrous oxide to help calm you down so we can focus on pain relief and the best possible treatment options.

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

If you or a loved one has suffered a dental emergency, the first thing you should do is determine whether you should call 911. Any traumatic injury to the head or face that causes excessive bleeding or loss of consciousness is a clear indication that you should either call 911 or go straight to the nearest emergency room.

If the dental emergency doesn’t involve trauma or excessive bleeding, here are some things you can do until you reach our dental office:

• Toothache—If you are experiencing tooth pain, it likely won’t go away on its own. Seeking treatment right away is essential, but in the meantime, take over-the-counter pain medication. You can also place a cold compress on your face to ease your discomfort and reduce swelling.
• Knocked-Out Tooth—If your tooth has been completely knocked out, you have a greater chance of saving it if you place it inside your cheek or in a glass of milk until you can reach our dental office. Make sure not to touch the root of the tooth.
• Broken Tooth—If your tooth gets broken, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area and contact our dental office immediately.
• Lost or Broken Restoration—If you have a filling or crown that breaks or comes off, your tooth is susceptible to infection, so you should call us immediately, even if you aren’t experiencing any pain.

At Smiles by Dr. Josh, our top priority is making you comfortable and saving your teeth; that’s why we’re happy to offer emergency dental services to you and your family when you need us the most. Our professional staff is committed to helping you when you’re experiencing a dental emergency. Whether it’s in the evening or on the weekend, we’re just a phone call away.

Whether you live in Fort Lauderdale or vacationing in the area, we urge you to call Smiles by Dr. Josh at (954) 522-4900 for an emergency appointment. Let us help you get your smile back.