Emergency Dentistry

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When a dental emergency strikes, the last thing you want is to be searching for help without knowing where to turn. At Best Natural Smile, we’re here for Santa Monica patients when the unexpected happens, providing prompt, compassionate care to relieve your pain and protect your smile as quickly as possible.

What Is Dental Emergency?

It’s not always obvious whether your situation requires urgent attention. As a general rule, if you’re experiencing significant pain, swelling, or damage to your teeth or gums, don’t wait — call us. Common dental emergencies we treat include:

  • Severe toothache or sudden, intense tooth pain
  • Knocked-out or partially dislodged tooth
  • Cracked, chipped, or broken tooth
  • Lost or damaged crown, bridge, or filling
  • Dental abscess or signs of infection (swelling, fever, or a bad taste in the mouth)
  • Soft tissue injuries to the lips, gums, or tongue
  • Broken or lost dental appliance causing discomfort

When in doubt, call our office. We’d always rather hear from you and help you determine the next steps than have you suffer through pain at home.

What to Do Before Coming to the Office

In a dental emergency, following a few immediate steps after you notice the problem can make a real difference in your outcome:
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Knocked-out tooth

Handle it by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently and try to place it back in the socket or keep it in a container of milk until you arrive.
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Cracked or broken tooth

Rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
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Abscess or swelling

Do not apply heat. A cold compress can help manage discomfort while you make your way to our office.
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Lost crown or filling

Dental wax or sugar-free gum can temporarily protect the exposed area until we can see you.

Prompt, Caring Dental Emergency Treatment When You Need It Most

At Best Natural Smile, we combine advanced technology with a genuinely caring approach to make even the most stressful dental situations feel manageable. Our state-of-the-art digital scanning, same-day CEREC crown technology, and in-house periodontal expertise mean we can diagnose and treat a wide range of emergencies right here in our Santa Monica office with no referrals or unnecessary delays.

Dr. Feitelberg and our team understand that pain and dental anxiety often go hand in hand. We’ll take the time to explain what’s happening, walk you through your options, and make sure you feel supported every step of the way.

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Don’t Wait Call Us Now

If you’re experiencing a dental emergency in Santa Monica, call us immediately. We’ll do everything we can to see you quickly, ease your discomfort, and restore your smile to its full splendor.

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1260 15th Street, Suite 1117
Santa Monica, CA 90404

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