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Emergency Dentistry in San Francisco

Dental emergencies can sometimes leave you in unbearable pain and discomfort and in search of quick, effective relief. At Diente Dental, we provide emergency dentistry in San Francisco. Our team's dedication to restorative dental care will ensure you are back to your daily routine as soon as possible. Our services are always accessible, and you can contact us any time for compassionate emergency services.

If you or your loved one needs a San Francisco emergency dentist, our team is available to provide prompt oral care. Regardless of what your dental emergency is, we are ready to help you get well soon. Contact us today for restorative dental care.

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What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?

Dental emergencies involve situations where you are experiencing severe pain and discomfort in your mouth, teeth, and gums. It also includes any sort of dental trauma that may lead to bleeding. With dental emergencies, you require prompt and immediate action to address the issue and protect your oral health.

Reliable Emergency Care

At Diente Dental, we will provide you with the prompt healing care you need. Our trusted and compassionate staff is nonjudgmental and will ensure to treat you and your loved ones with the respect and dignity you deserve.

We offer same-day emergency appointments and even welcome walk-ins. Moreover, you can contact us after hours. If your call is directed to voicemail, be sure to leave a detailed account of your symptoms. This will make it easier to get back to you as soon as possible and provide you with the services you need. Our staff can also help talk you through the problem and book your appointment for the very next morning.

Steps to Take in a Dental Emergency

When you experience any of the symptoms mentioned above, it's vital that you contact our practice as soon as possible. Quick action can make a real difference in the kind of help we can provide for your situation. It's also important for you to take the right steps to promote the chances of a successful treatment. Here are some examples of common dental emergencies and what you can do as first aid before you reach our office:

  • Knocked-out tooth: If you have your tooth knocked out, it's best to place it in a container of milk to prevent it from fracturing. Pick up the tooth from the crown and try not to touch the root at all. You can also place it between your gum and cheek if reinserting it into the socket isn't possible as you wait for professional treatment.
  • Soft tissue injury: Injuries may leave cuts and bites on your tongue and lips. Depending on how severe the injury is, you may require stitches. In the meantime, you can keep the area clean by rinsing with water and using a cold compress to reduce the bleeding.
  • Jaw pain or tooth pain: Jaw pain can make it difficult to go about simple tasks. If the pain is localized to a certain area, you can apply a cold compress to that area of your face (not directly in your mouth). You can also take an over-the-counter pain reliever and use a saltwater gargle to rinse your mouth and reduce the risk of infection.
  • Abscessed teeth: When you have an abscess on your gums or going into the tooth's pulp canal, contact us as quickly as possible. Do not disturb the site in any way, as doing so could put your health at risk. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever for any discomfort. You could also use a warm saltwater rinse to gently gargle and clean your mouth.
  • Lost restorations: If a crown or filling has become dislodged or broken, the exposed tooth could be at risk of injury or infection. Collect the restoration and contact us quickly. If the crown is still whole, you may try to put it temporarily in place. Only use a qualified dental cement – do not use any other substance not approved for use in the mouth.

Dental Emergency Services That We Offer

Our dental service offers an effective range of treatments to restore your oral health. We do all we can to help you feel comfortable throughout the procedure and return to your daily routine as soon as possible. Here are some of the most common procedures we offer:

Root Canal Therapy: Our dentists recommend this procedure for patients with an infection that causes pain to your tooth's pulp. This treatment allows us to alleviate your pain while still preserving your natural tooth structure, keeping your bite whole, and avoiding the need for a tooth replacement.


Extraction: Removing a damaged tooth is often the last resort to restoring your dental health when other methods to save your natural tooth are ineffective. This prevents more severe dental issues from developing while relieving you of your pain and discomfort.

Dependable Emergency Dentistry in San Francisco

At Diente Dental Services, we take pride in restoring and improving your oral health. We care about your comfort and needs and will do all we can to help you feel safe and confident in your treatment. Our team is ready to alleviate your pain and restore your beautiful smile. Contact us today for reliable emergency dental care in San Francisco.

CALL US: (415) 282-8462 BOOK APPOINTMENT


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Elena Heredia, DDS