Medically reviewed by Dr. Navjot Singh, DDS · Updated Oct 6, 2026
What counts as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is any problem that needs prompt care to relieve severe pain, stop bleeding, or save a tooth. If you’re unsure, call us — we’ll help you decide whether you need to be seen right away.
- Severe or worsening toothache
- A knocked-out, broken, or badly chipped tooth
- Swelling in the face, gums, or jaw
- A lost filling or crown that’s causing pain
- Bleeding or injury after an accident
What to do until you reach us
- Knocked-out tooth: handle it by the crown (not the root), rinse gently, and keep it in milk or in your cheek — then call us right away.
- Toothache: rinse with warm water and use a cold compress; take over-the-counter pain relief as directed.
- Swelling: apply a cold compress and call us promptly — swelling can signal an infection.
- Broken tooth: save any pieces, rinse your mouth, and protect the area until your visit.
How we treat dental emergencies
When you arrive, our first priority is relieving your pain and stabilizing the problem. We’ll take any needed X-rays, explain what’s going on, and start treatment — whether that’s a root canal, a repair, or an extraction. We’ll also plan any follow-up care so the issue is fully resolved.
Call our Yuba City office
If you’re having a dental emergency, call (530) 671-9240 as early in the day as possible so we can fit you in. We accept all major PPO insurance, cash, and Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal. For life-threatening emergencies or difficulty breathing or swallowing, call 911.
Frequently asked questions
Call us at (530) 671-9240 as early as you can so we can see you promptly. In the meantime, rinse with warm water, use a cold compress, and take over-the-counter pain relief as directed.
Often, yes — if you act fast. Handle the tooth by the crown, keep it moist in milk or your cheek, and get to us right away. The sooner we see you, the better the chances.
Call first so we can prepare for you and reduce your wait. We do our best to fit urgent cases in the same day.
If it's painful or the tooth is sharp or exposed, call us promptly. Even without pain, it's best to have it repaired soon to protect the tooth.
Yes. We accept all major PPO insurance, cash, and Medi-Cal / Denti-Cal, and will verify your coverage.
