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Emergency Care

Toothache & Pain

A child's toothache is miserable for the whole family. We find the cause and bring fast relief, starting with the kind of pain your child is feeling.

All Dental Emergencies

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Severe Tooth Pain

Pain that wakes a child needs same-day care.

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Tooth Sensitivity

Cold, sweet and pressure sensitivity explained.

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Cavity Pain

What decay feels like before it becomes urgent.

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What to do

1

Rinse & floss gently

Warm water and gentle flossing clear any trapped food around the sore tooth.

2

Cold compress

On the outside of the cheek. Never place aspirin on the gums.

3

Children's pain reliever

An age-appropriate dose can take the edge off until you're here.

4

Call us

Phone (801) 676-3700 for same-day relief and clear guidance.

Same-day relief

A hurting child gets priority. Call and we'll fit them in today.

We find the real cause

A gentle exam gets to the source, so the fix actually lasts.

Comfort first, always

We ease the pain before anything else, with sedation if it helps.

Common questions

When is a toothache an emergency?

Severe or worsening pain, pain with fever or facial swelling, or a toothache that keeps your child up at night should be seen the same day. When in doubt, call and we'll help you decide.

The pain went away on its own. Are we okay?

Not necessarily. Pain that stops can mean the nerve is dying while a problem continues quietly. It's worth having the tooth checked.

What can I give my child for the pain?

An age-appropriate dose of children's pain reliever is fine. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gums, as it can burn the tissue.

More in Dental Emergencies

Same-Day Appointments

Urgent dental care on the day you call.

Dental Trauma

Knocked-out, chipped or broken teeth.

Dental Infection

Abscesses and facial swelling.

Orthodontic Emergencies

Broken brackets and poking wires.

Emergency Treatments

The same-day care we provide.

Need to be seen?

Call your office first — most dental emergencies are seen the same day.

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