Fast, Compassionate Relief When You Need It Most

Emergency Dental Care in Sacramento

Tooth pain does not wait, and neither should you.

If you are dealing with a severe toothache, broken tooth, lost crown, or dental infection, The Smile Doctor offers fast, compassionate emergency dental care in Sacramento.

In Pain Right Now? We Are Ready to Help.

We have your relief and we have it right away!

Tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost crown can happen without warning. When it does, you need a dentist who can see you quickly and treat you with care and respect.

At The Smile Doctor, we provide same-day and next-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible for patients in Midtown, Downtown, East Sacramento, Land Park, Curtis Park, Oak Park, Natomas, Arden-Arcade, Fair Oaks, Carmichael, North Sacramento, West Sacramento, and Rancho Cordova. If you are in pain, call us, and we will help you get in as soon as you can arrive.

📞 Call now, and we will see you as soon as you can get here.

📅 Same-day and next-day emergency appointments available.

💳 Most insurance accepted , plus flexible payment options.

Fast Relief, No Judgment Stop the Pain. Restore Your Smile.

A dental emergency doesn’t wait for a convenient time. Whether it’s a throbbing toothache, a sudden break, or a lost crown, you need relief immediately. At The Smile Doctor, we prioritize emergency cases to ensure you get out of pain and back to your life as quickly as possible.

If you are hurting, don’t wait—call us now.

What To Do Before You Arrive

If you cannot reach us immediately, these temporary steps may help reduce pain or prevent further damage. Note: These are short-term solutions only.

Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away if you have:

Trouble breathing or swallowing
Swelling that is spreading to your eye, face or neck
A possible broken jaw or serious injury to your face
Heavy bleeding that won’t stop

For other dental emergencies, call us and we’ll get you in as soon as possible.

Severe Toothache

Rinse mouth with warm water. Floss gently to remove trapped food. If swollen, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. Take OTC pain relievers (Tylenol/Ibuprofen) as directed. Do not put aspirin directly on the gums.

Chipped or Broken Tooth

Save any pieces you can find. Rinse mouth with warm water. If bleeding, apply gauze or a moistened tea bag for 10 minutes. Use a cold compress on the cheek to reduce swelling.

Knocked-Out Tooth

Time is critical: act within 30 minutes. Hold the tooth by the crown (top), not the root. Rinse gently if dirty, but do not scrub. Try to reinsert into the socket. If not possible, store in a cup of milk or saliva. Call us immediately.

Baby tooth? Don’t put a knocked-out baby tooth back in. Call us and bring your child in right away.

Lost Crown or Filling

Crown: Clean the inside and coat with toothpaste or dental adhesive, then slip back onto the tooth. Never use super glue.

Broken Braces/Wires

If a wire is poking you, try to push it back with a pencil eraser or cover the sharp end with orthodontic wax (or a small cotton ball). Do not cut the wire if possible to avoid swallowing it.

Soft Tissue Injury

For cuts to the tongue, cheek, or lips: Rinse with salt water. Apply firm pressure with gauze or a tea bag for 15-20 minutes. Apply ice to the outside of the area.

⚠️ ABSCESS WARNING: If you have a painful, pimple-like swelling on your gum, this is an infection. Rinse with mild salt water and call us immediately. Infections can spread if left untreated. 🛑 UNCONTROLLABLE BLEEDING: If bleeding from a soft tissue injury does not stop after 15-20 minutes of pressure, go to a hospital emergency room immediately.

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