Dental emergencies often happen at the worst of times, and your trusted team at Madison Street Dental Clinic is here to help. We are proud to offer quality, reliable emergency dental services to new and current patients in Everett, WA, and the surrounding areas. You can always count on us for gentle, comfortable care that exceeds your expectations.

A dental emergency typically involves severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or a tooth at risk due to injury or trauma. As with all medical emergencies, it is crucial to seek professional care right away. Otherwise, you risk developing complications that will require extensive and costly treatment down the road.

If you experience a dental emergency, time is of the essence. Contact us right away to receive the urgent dental care you need. If your emergency is life-threatening, please call 911 immediately.

Here are some common dental emergencies and things you can do to stabilize your condition while on your way to your emergency appointment:

• Severe Toothache: Persistent tooth pain requires urgent care. Try to floss and dislodge any item stuck between your teeth. Pain killers can sometimes help, but make sure not to place them directly on the affected tooth to avoid damaging the gum tissue.
• An Abscessed Tooth: A dental abscess usually occurs when the root of a tooth becomes infected. It can cause pain, fever, swelling, and other uncomfortable symptoms. Make sure you seek immediate care to avoid any complications.
• Swelling of the Face and Gums: A swollen, painful face or gums may indicate a serious infection or an abscessed tooth. These conditions may pose a risk to your health and require emergency dental care.
• Knocked-Out Tooth: Try to return the tooth to its socket without touching the root or place it in a small container of milk. Reattaching your tooth has the best chance of success within an hour of injury.
• Dislodged Tooth: If you have a partially dislodged tooth, keep it in its place using light pressure until you get to our office.
• Cracked or Broken Tooth: Use a cold compress to reduce swelling, which usually follows this type of injury. Bring any tooth pieces with you to your appointment.
• Soft tissue injury: Any puncture wounds, lacerations, and tears to the lips, cheeks, mouth, and tongue, are considered soft tissue injuries that require emergency dental care. Clean the area with warm water and place pressure using gauze to stop any bleeding.
• Fractured or Broken Jaw: Fracturing or breaking your jaw is a dental emergency. If you have pain in the jaw or face, or if your bite seems crooked or "off," contact us right away for urgent care.
• Lost Crown or Filling: Over-the-counter dental cement will temporarily hold your crown in place or replace a missing filling until your appointment. Make sure never to use super glue.