Emergency dentist in San Jose

Severe tooth pain, a knocked-out permanent tooth, uncontrolled bleeding after an extraction, facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, or a broken jaw. If you are unsure, call a dentist — most practices have emergency protocols.

Only for life-threatening swelling that affects breathing, jaw fractures, or uncontrolled bleeding. For tooth pain, broken teeth, or lost fillings, a dentist is both cheaper and better equipped. The average ER visit for dental pain costs over $700 and rarely solves the underlying problem.

Pick it up by the crown (white part), never the root. Rinse gently with milk or saline. Try to put it back in the socket. If it does not go in easily, keep it in milk or between your cheek and gums. Get to a dentist within 30 to 60 minutes — the success rate drops sharply after an hour.

Search for dentists in your area who advertise emergency or same-day appointments. Dentalist.ai lets you search by availability and insurance so you can find an in-network dentist quickly. Save the number of a 24-hour dental practice in your phone before you need it.

Yes. Most emergency dentists treat patients without insurance. Many offer payment plans or accept CareCredit. Ask about cash-pay discounts when you call. The cost of ignoring a dental emergency is almost always higher than the visit itself.