Emergency Dentist in Fontana, California

A dental emergency may include severe or persistent tooth pain, facial or gum swelling, a broken or knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding, a dental infection, a loose or lost crown, a damaged filling, or an injury involving the teeth or gums. Call our office promptly if you are uncertain whether your situation needs urgent dental care.

Same-day availability depends on the office schedule and the nature of the dental emergency. Call Fontana Dental Group as early as possible at (909) 822-2226 so our team can discuss your symptoms and available appointment options.

Rinse gently with warm water, floss carefully around the tooth to remove trapped debris, and avoid chewing on the painful side. Do not place aspirin directly on the tooth or gums. Persistent or severe pain should be evaluated because it may be caused by decay, infection, a crack, or inflammation inside the tooth.

Many broken or chipped teeth can be repaired, but the appropriate treatment depends on the location and extent of the damage. Treatment may involve dental bonding, a filling, a crown, root canal treatment, or another restorative procedure. Save any broken pieces and avoid chewing on the affected side.

Handle the tooth only by the crown, not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it gently without scrubbing or removing attached tissue. When possible, place it back into the socket without forcing it. Otherwise, keep it moist in milk and seek urgent dental care immediately. Time is important when trying to save a knocked-out permanent tooth.

Yes. A dental abscess or swelling may indicate an infection and should be evaluated promptly. Seek immediate medical care or call 911 when swelling is accompanied by difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, severe facial swelling, confusion, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms.

Save the crown if possible and avoid chewing on the affected tooth. Keep the area clean and contact our office for an evaluation. Do not use household glue to reattach a crown because it can damage the tooth and make proper treatment more difficult.

Yes. Fontana Dental Group evaluates urgent dental concerns such as toothaches, broken teeth, dental infections, swelling, damaged fillings, loose crowns, and other painful dental problems. Call our Fontana office to explain your symptoms and ask about current appointment availability.

Yes. Root canal treatment may be recommended when severe pain is caused by inflammation or infection inside the tooth. A dental examination and X-rays are needed to determine whether the tooth can be restored with root canal treatment or requires another form of care.

A dental office is generally appropriate for tooth pain, broken teeth, lost restorations, and many dental infections. Go to an emergency room or call 911 for uncontrolled bleeding, major facial trauma, difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading swelling, loss of consciousness, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms.