Some common symptoms of a tooth infection include:

• Constant toothache
• Lingering tooth sensitivity
• Sore and sensitive jawbone
• Swelling in the jaw or mouth

The sooner you seek treatment, the better your chances of saving your tooth. If you lost consciousness or are suffering from any other serious injuries, visit the local ER to treat those injuries first. If your tooth is still in one piece, pick it up by the crown (don’t touch the root) and rinse it off under running water (do not scrub it). Gently place the tooth back into the socket or in a jar of milk and call us right away to let us know what happened.

It’s possible that your toothache may lessen or even disappear, but this doesn’t mean the problem is solved. In fact, it’s likely the toothache will return even worse than before. The longer you wait, the more damage (and discomfort) you risk. Always seek help for a toothache right away

"If you're experiencing a toothache, it doesn't necessarily mean you need to have a tooth extraction. Our emergency dentists will carefully examine and diagnose the issue, and may be able to treat it with a filling, crown, or root canal procedure. If an extraction is necessary, we'll explain the process to you and create a plan for replacing the tooth. Rest assured that we'll always strive to provide the most gentle and effective care possible."