--- title: "Emergency Dentist Wildwood, MO | Urgent Dental Care" description: "Need urgent dental care in Wildwood, MO? Our emergency dentist provides fast relief for tooth pain, broken teeth, and more. Call now!" url: https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/emergency-dentistry publisher: Town Center Dental phone: +1-636-273-5866 quote: https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/request-appointment --- ![A treatment room at Town Center Dental](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/_astro/operatory.BtWSIl_n_Z1UbW1N.avif) # Emergency Dentistry Call Town Center Dental at (636) 273-5866 during open hours: Monday to Wednesday 8am to 5pm and Thursday 8am to 4pm. The office is closed Friday to Sunday. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, call 911 or go to an emergency room. Do not wait for the office to open. [Request an appointment](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/request-appointment)[Call (636) 273-5866](tel:+1-636-273-5866) ## Closed Friday to Sunday The office hours are Monday to Wednesday 8am to 5pm and Thursday 8am to 4pm. The office does not offer weekend care. ## Trouble breathing: call 911 Call 911 or go to an emergency room for trouble breathing or swallowing, or for swelling under the jaw or around the neck. ## Pain when the office is closed Cleveland Clinic says to go to your nearest emergency room if tooth pain starts when the dentist's office is closed. ## Save a knocked-out tooth Keep it moist at all times and get care quickly. Read the steps on this page. A dental emergency is typically the result of trauma or injury to the face. Knowing what to do during a dental emergency can make the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Most dental emergencies require swift action and an immediate appointment. At Town Center Dental, we always leave time available for emergency appointments. The following information will help you take the necessary steps before you receive emergency treatment. ## Broken Fillings A broken filling is a minor and fairly common emergency. If you notice a broken or dislodged filling, be sure to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. A broken filling will put your tooth at risk of developing further decay. During your appointment, Dr. Jon Copeland or Dr. Stephanie Copeland will replace the filling to improve the structure and seal off the area from harmful bacteria. ## Knocking Out a Tooth If you or a family member knocks out a permanent tooth, there are a few steps you should take to save the tooth. The most important thing you can do is keep the tooth moist at all times. If possible, put the tooth back in the socket. You can also place the tooth in a small container of water or milk. Milk is preferred. When handling the tooth always hold it from the crown, never the root. Do not remove or scrub off any attached tissue fragments. You have the best chance of saving the tooth if you receive treatment within the hour. ## Chipped and Broken Teeth If you chip or break a tooth, the first thing you should do is collect all the pieces. Next, you should immediately rinse out your mouth with warm water to clean the area. While a chipped tooth may not immediately constitute a dental emergency, it may worsen over time. We may suggest dental bonding or a dental crown to improve the aesthetics and function of the tooth. ## Dental Pain and Trauma Significant pain is one of the biggest indicators that you may be in the midst of a dental emergency. Trauma and injuries as the result of sporting and other physical activities are easily preventable with a mouthguard. If you do experience trauma, you can reduce the swelling with a cold compress. Pain that seems to appear out of nowhere may be the result of tooth decay or infection. Severe toothaches may require a restorative treatment, such as a root canal. ## Dental Abscesses An abscess is typically the result of a bacterial infection near the root of a tooth. This is a serious condition that can damage your surrounding teeth or soft tissues when left untreated. If you are diagnosed with an abscess, it must be drained as soon as possible to remove the infection. In many cases, the infection is the result of decay within a tooth that spreads outside of the root. Once we remove the abscess, you may need a root canal to fully restore your oral health. ## Excessive Bleeding Excessive bleeding is often the result of soft-tissue injuries. Soft tissue injuries include those to the tongue, cheeks, lips, and gums. To control the bleeding, you can rinse your mouth with a salt-water solution and place a moist gauze pad to the bleeding area. You can control the pain with an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as Advil or Ibuprofen. If the bleeding does not stop, be sure to schedule your appointment as soon as possible. ## Schedule Your Emergency Appointment Now! If you are in the midst of a dental emergency, we can help! Call [636-273-5866](tel:636-273-5866) to schedule your emergency appointment now! Who to call, by situation Situation Who to call Why Trouble breathing or swallowing 911 or the nearest emergency room This can be life-threatening Swelling around the neck or under the jaw, or severe pain that is getting worse 911 or the nearest emergency room Cleveland Clinic lists these signs of a spreading infection Pain or broken tooth during open hours Town Center Dental, (636) 273-5866 Ask for an emergency visit Pain or injury while the office is closed (Friday to Sunday) Nearest emergency room The emergency room can ease pain and swelling until you see a dentist Fever with a toothache Your dentist or doctor right away Mayo Clinic advises calling right away ## When should I go to the emergency room instead? Go to the emergency room, or call 911, for trouble breathing or trouble swallowing. Cleveland Clinic lists "call 911 or go to your local emergency room" for difficulty breathing or swallowing, and Mayo Clinic says the same for trouble breathing or swallowing with a toothache. A tooth infection can spread. NIDCR says an infected tooth may form an abscess that causes pain, facial swelling and fever. Swelling under the jaw or around the neck, or a fever with a toothache, needs prompt care, not a wait for the next open day. Cleveland Clinic notes that dental infections are the most common cause of a serious neck infection called Ludwig angina. Learn about [facial swelling from a tooth](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/glossary/facial-swelling-from-a-tooth) and a [dental abscess](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/glossary/dental-abscess). Read the post on [swollen face and tooth abscess: when it is an emergency](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/blog/swollen-face-and-tooth-abscess-when-it-is-an-emergency). ## What if my tooth hurts on a weekend? The office is closed Friday to Sunday and does not offer weekend or after-hours care. If tooth pain starts when the dentist's office is closed, Cleveland Clinic says you should go to your nearest emergency room. The emergency room can give medicines such as antibiotics or pain relievers to ease pain and swelling, but it does not perform fillings or crowns. You still need to see a dentist. Call the office when it opens on Monday and say what happened. The office says it leaves time available for emergency appointments during its regular hours. If bleeding will not stop, Cleveland Clinic says to see your dentist right away or go to a hospital emergency room. For first aid until then, see the [toothache first-aid steps](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/guides/toothache-causes-and-relief) and the post on [dental emergencies on a weekend in west St. Louis County](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/blog/dental-emergency-on-a-weekend-in-west-st-louis-county). ## What can I do right now for a toothache, a crack or a knocked-out tooth? For a toothache, rinse your mouth with warm water and gently floss out any stuck food. The American Dental Association says not to put aspirin on the tooth or gums. For a cracked tooth, rinse with warm water and use a cold compress to keep swelling down. For a knocked-out adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, place it back in the socket without touching the root; if not, keep it between your cheek and gums or in milk. See [knocked-out tooth](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/glossary/avulsed-tooth-knocked-out-tooth) and the post on the [first 30 minutes](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/blog/knocked-out-tooth-the-first-30-minutes). Then get care fast. The association says to visit your dentist or an emergency room as soon as possible. For a broken filling or loose crown, see [lost filling or loose crown](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/blog/lost-filling-or-loose-crown-what-to-do-until-you-are-seen). ## Questions about emergency dentistry [Read the guideDental Emergencies: What Counts, What To Do First, and Who To Call](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/guides/dental-emergency-guide) ### What could be a dental emergency? Cleveland Clinic says a dental emergency is any dental problem that requires immediate attention. Examples include a knocked-out tooth, bleeding that will not stop, and swelling or infection. Call during open hours. For trouble breathing or swallowing, call 911. ### Is there a 24-hour emergency dentist at Town Center Dental? No. The office is open Monday to Wednesday 8am to 5pm and Thursday 8am to 4pm, and closed Friday to Sunday. If you have an emergency when it is closed, go to the nearest emergency room. For trouble breathing or swallowing, call 911. ### Can I go to an emergency dentist if I already have a dentist? Call your own dentist first. The American Dental Association says most dentists reserve time for emergency patients, and to give as much detail as you can. If your dentist is closed and you need care now, go to an emergency room. ### Is there an emergency dentist open on Sunday? Town Center Dental is closed on Sunday. If you have severe pain, swelling, bleeding or an injury, go to the nearest emergency room. Cleveland Clinic says to go there if tooth pain starts when your dentist's office is closed. ### What should I do for a knocked-out tooth? Keep the tooth moist at all times. The American Dental Association says to try putting it back in the socket without touching the root, or keep it in milk or between your cheek and gums. Get dental or emergency care right away. ### What is a dental abscess, and is it an emergency? It is a pocket of infection near a tooth root. Cleveland Clinic says it is serious and you should see your dentist as soon as possible. NIDCR says it can cause pain, facial swelling and fever. For trouble breathing or swallowing, call 911. ## Related services - [Dental Fillings](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/dental-fillings) - [Dental Crown](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/dental-crown) - [Root Canal Treatment](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/root-canal) - [Tooth Extraction](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/tooth-extraction) - [Sports Guard](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/services/sports-guard) ## Sources - [Cleveland Clinic: Ludwig's Angina](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/23457-ludwigs-angina) - [Mayo Clinic: Toothache: First aid](https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-toothache/basics/art-20056628) - [Cleveland Clinic: What Is a Dental Emergency and Where To Go for Care](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/11368--dental-emergencies-what-to-do) - [American Dental Association MouthHealthy: Dental Emergencies](https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/dental-emergencies) - [NIDCR: Tooth Decay](https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/tooth-decay) ## Ready when you are [Request an appointment](https://towncenterdental.multisites.ai/request-appointment)[Call (636) 273-5866](tel:+1-636-273-5866)