Emergency Dentist in Bakersfield, CA

In a Dental Emergency?

Dental pain, swelling or a broken tooth can be stressful, especially when you are not sure what to do next. At Capital Dental Group, our team provides emergency dental care in Bakersfield, California, for patients who need prompt attention for toothaches, dental injuries, damaged restorations and other urgent concerns.

If you are experiencing a dental emergency, call 661-861-8000 right away. Same-day emergency dental appointments may be available, and our team can help you understand what to do before you arrive.

If you have experienced trauma to the head, neck or face, or if you are having trouble breathing, uncontrolled bleeding or symptoms that may be life-threatening, seek emergency medical care first.

What Counts as a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency is any situation that needs prompt care from a dental professional to relieve pain, prevent the problem from getting worse or protect your oral health. Some emergencies happen suddenly, while others build over time and become too painful to ignore.

Common dental emergencies include:

• Severe tooth pain or pressure
• A broken, chipped or cracked tooth
• A knocked-out tooth
• Swelling in the gums, jaw or face
• A dental abscess or signs of infection
• A lost crown, bridge or filling
• Bleeding or injury to the lips, gums, cheeks or tongue
• Pain when biting or chewing
• A damaged denture, partial or dental appliance

When you call, our team will ask about your symptoms and help determine the next step.

Call Right Away for Tooth Pain, Swelling or Infection

Tooth pain can be caused by decay, infection, trauma, a cracked tooth, gum problems or damage around an older restoration. Swelling may be a sign of infection and should be evaluated promptly.

Do not wait for severe dental pain to go away on its own. Our team can examine your mouth, identify the cause of the problem and explain your treatment options. Depending on your needs, emergency care may involve medication guidance, a dental filling, root canal therapy, tooth extraction, a crown or another treatment.

Broken, Chipped or Cracked Teeth

A broken or cracked tooth can expose sensitive tooth structure and may become more painful over time. Even if the tooth does not hurt right away, it is important to have it evaluated so our team can determine how serious the damage is.

Treatment may include smoothing a rough edge, bonding, a dental filling, a dental crown or another restorative option. If the damage extends deep into the tooth, root canal therapy or extraction may be needed.

Knocked-Out Tooth

A knocked-out permanent tooth needs urgent attention. Call our office right away for instructions. If possible, handle the tooth by the crown, not the root, and keep it moist while you seek care.

The sooner you contact our team, the better we can guide you on what to do next. If the injury also involves head, neck or facial trauma, seek emergency medical care first.

Lost Crown, Bridge or Filling

A lost crown, bridge or filling can leave the tooth sensitive and more vulnerable to damage. If a restoration comes loose or falls out, call our office. Do not try to glue it back in place on your own.

Our team can evaluate the tooth and determine whether the restoration can be repaired, recemented or replaced. If the tooth underneath is damaged or decayed, additional treatment may be needed before a new restoration is placed.

Emergency Dental Treatments

The right treatment depends on the cause of the emergency. During your visit, our team will examine your teeth, gums and bite to understand what is causing your pain or damage.

Emergency dental care may include:

• Exams and digital imaging
• Dental fillings for damaged or decayed teeth
• Dental crowns for broken or weakened teeth
• Root canal therapy for infected or severely painful teeth
• Tooth extractions when a tooth cannot be saved
• Repair or replacement of lost restorations
• Care instructions to help protect your smile after treatment

Across the practice, documented clinical experience includes more than 69,000 tooth extractions, more than 16,000 root canal cases, more than 46,000 crowns and more than 11,000 bridges.

What to Do Before Your Emergency Dental Visit

When you call, our team can provide guidance based on your symptoms. Until you arrive, try to stay calm and avoid making the problem worse.

Depending on your situation, you may be advised to:

• Avoid chewing on the painful or damaged side
• Keep a knocked-out tooth moist and call immediately
• Bring any broken tooth pieces or loose restorations with you
• Use a cold compress on the outside of the face for swelling
• Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gums or tooth
• Seek emergency medical care first for head, neck or facial trauma

Because every emergency is different, call 661-861-8000 for instructions specific to your situation.

Schedule Emergency Dental Care in Bakersfield, California

If you have severe tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth or a lost restoration, our team is here to help. Capital Dental Group provides emergency dental care in Bakersfield, California, for patients who need prompt attention and clear answers.

Call 661-861-8000 now to speak with our team.

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