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A sudden toothache, broken tooth, lost filling, or dental injury can happen when you least expect it. At Birch Dental, we provide prompt emergency dental care for patients experiencing urgent dental problems in Frankfort and the surrounding communities.
Our goal is to get you out of pain, determine what’s causing the problem, and provide a clear plan for getting your oral health back on track.
Need urgent dental care? Contact Birch Dental today to schedule an emergency appointment.
815-469-0707
birchdentalfrankfort@yahoo.com
Not every dental problem requires emergency treatment, but you shouldn’t ignore significant pain, swelling, or damage to a tooth.
Contact Birch Dental if you’re experiencing:
If you’re unsure whether your situation is an emergency, give our office a call. We can help determine the appropriate next step.
A persistent or severe toothache can be caused by decay, an infection, a damaged tooth, or inflammation inside the tooth. Pain that doesn’t go away should be evaluated rather than simply treated with pain medication.
Depending on the cause, treatment may include a filling, crown, root canal treatment, extraction, or another procedure.
A cracked or broken tooth can expose sensitive portions of the tooth and make it vulnerable to additional damage. Avoid chewing on the affected side and contact us as soon as possible.
Depending on the extent of the damage, the tooth may be repaired with a filling, bonding, crown, or other treatment.
A knocked-out permanent tooth requires prompt attention.
If possible, gently pick up the tooth by the crown rather than the root. Avoid scrubbing the tooth. If it is dirty, gently rinse it with water. If you can safely place it back into the socket, do so carefully. Otherwise, keep it moist in an appropriate solution or milk and seek dental care immediately.
Time is important when a permanent tooth has been completely knocked out.
Swelling around a tooth, gums, face, or jaw can be a sign of a dental infection.
A dental abscess should not be ignored. Treatment focuses on addressing the underlying source of the infection rather than simply masking the symptoms.
If you have significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or swelling that is rapidly worsening, seek emergency medical attention immediately.
A lost filling or crown can leave a tooth exposed and sensitive. Keep the area clean, avoid chewing on that side, and contact Birch Dental for guidance.
Do not attempt to permanently glue a crown back onto your tooth using household adhesives.
While you’re waiting to be seen, a few simple steps can help protect your teeth and keep you more comfortable.
Rinse your mouth gently with warm water and keep the area clean. Avoid placing aspirin directly against your gums or tooth.
A cold compress applied to the outside of the cheek can help reduce discomfort and swelling temporarily.
Save any large pieces if possible and avoid chewing on the affected side.
Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root, and seek dental care immediately.
Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze or a clean cloth.
These measures are temporary. The underlying problem still needs to be evaluated by a dental professional.
When you come to Birch Dental for an urgent dental problem, we’ll first listen to what you’re experiencing and perform an examination to determine what’s causing the problem.
Depending on your symptoms, we may recommend diagnostic X-rays or other imaging.
We’ll then explain what we find and discuss your treatment options.
Our goal is to help you understand:
What is happening?
What needs to be done today?
What can wait?
What will treatment involve?
Whenever possible, we’ll prioritize getting you comfortable and stabilizing the immediate problem before discussing any additional treatment that may be needed.
Birch Dental is conveniently located at:
10065 W Lincoln Hwy
Frankfort, IL 60423
We proudly serve patients from Frankfort and nearby communities, including Mokena, New Lenox, Tinley Park, Orland Park, Homer Glen, Manhattan, and the surrounding southwest suburbs.
If you’re searching for an emergency dentist in Frankfort, IL, we’re here to help you determine the best next step.
815-469-0707
birchdentalfrankfort@yahoo.com
Severe or persistent pain, significant swelling, dental trauma, a knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding, or a severely damaged tooth are reasons to contact a dental professional promptly. If you’re uncertain, call our office and we’ll help determine how quickly you should be evaluated.
Emergency rooms can provide medical treatment for serious complications, but they generally cannot provide definitive dental treatment. If you have severe facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or another potentially serious medical emergency, seek immediate medical attention.
Sometimes dental pain temporarily improves even though the underlying problem remains. A toothache caused by decay, infection, or damage can worsen if left untreated, so persistent or severe pain should be evaluated.
Save any pieces of the tooth if possible, rinse your mouth gently with water, avoid chewing on the affected side, and contact a dentist as soon as possible. The appropriate treatment depends on how severely the tooth is damaged.
Keep the crown in a safe place and contact our office. Avoid chewing on the affected side and don’t use household glue to permanently reattach it.
A knocked-out permanent tooth requires prompt attention. Handle it by the crown, gently rinse it if necessary, and seek dental care immediately. If possible, keeping the tooth moist while you travel to the dentist can help preserve it.
Emergency appointments depend on the office schedule and the nature of the dental problem. Call Birch Dental as soon as possible so we can determine the appropriate timing for your situation.
Dental problems rarely become more convenient when they’re ignored.
If you’re experiencing significant tooth pain, swelling, dental trauma, or another urgent dental problem, contact Birch Dental to discuss your situation and determine the next step.
Birch Dental
10065 W Lincoln Hwy
Frankfort, IL 60423
815-469-0707
