Prompt, Compassionate Dental Care When You Need It Most
Dental emergencies don’t follow a schedule—and when they happen, you need fast, reliable care you can trust. At Dilber Sraon DDS, we understand how stressful and painful dental emergencies can be. That’s why our San Jose dental team offers same-day emergency dental care to provide immediate relief and get you back to smiling comfortably.
Whether you’re dealing with a severe toothache, broken tooth, lost filling, or dental trauma, Dr. Dilber Sraon and her experienced staff are here to help with gentle, patient-focused care.
What is Considered a Dental Emergency?
Not sure if your issue is an emergency? Here are common dental emergencies we treat at our San Jose office:
- Severe tooth pain or sensitivity
- Cracked, chipped, or broken teeth
- Knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
- Loose or lost crowns, fillings, or bridges
- Swollen gums or facial swelling
- Abscesses or infections
- Injuries to the tongue, lips, or cheeks
- Uncontrolled oral bleeding
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, call us immediately at (408)-227-1404.
What To Expect During An Emergency Dental Visit?
Your comfort is our priority. When you arrive at our San Jose office, our team will:
- Quickly assess your condition to determine the source of pain or injury
- Take digital X-rays (if needed) for a precise diagnosis
- Provide relief-focused treatment—such as antibiotics for infections, tooth repair, or extraction if necessary
- Offer aftercare instructions and schedule follow-up visits if needed to restore your full oral health
Our goal is to stabilize your condition and relieve discomfort as quickly and safely as possible.
Why Choose Dilber Sraon DDS for Emergency Dental Care?
We believe no patient should have to suffer through dental pain. Our emergency dental services are here to bring you peace of mind and immediate care when it matters most. Whether you’re dealing with sudden discomfort or a dental injury, our team is ready to respond with skill, speed, and compassion.
Here’s what you can expect when you choose Dilber Sraon DDS:
- Same-day appointments available
- Modern digital technology for fast, accurate diagnostics
- Compassionate, gentle approach tailored to your needs
- Flexible payment options for emergency procedures
- Trusted by San Jose families for over a decade
Tips To Follow
Knocked Out Tooth
Handle the tooth carefully and don’t touch the root as it is delicate. Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse off the root in water if it’s dirty. Do not scrub, wipe it or remove any attached tissue fragments. If possible, gently slide the tooth in its socket and hold it. It should slip right in. Ensure it’s facing the right way, don’t try to force it. If that isn’t possible, put the tooth in a cup of milk and call our practice as quickly as possible. If you don’t have milk, substitute water. The most important thing is to keep the tooth moist and to bring it with you to our office.
Broken Tooth
You will need immediate attention, so call our practice immediately. Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. Apply pressure with a gauze for ten minutes to stop the bleeding. If that doesn’t work, use a teabag and apply pressure. Then use cold compresses on the area to keep any swelling down.
Toothache
Ensure your mouth is clean by rinsing it with warm water. Use either dental floss or an interdental cleaner to remove any lodged food or other debris. Never press aspirin or any painkiller against the gums near to the toothache because it may burn the gum tissue. If pain persists, call our dental practice.
Objects Caught Between Teeth
If possible, try to gently remove the object with dental floss or a dental pick. Never use a sharp instrument to remove any object that is stuck between your teeth. Floss how you normally would — slide up and down three times until the object is removed. Take care to floss gently so you don’t cut your gums. If you can’t dislodge the object with the suggested tips, contact our dental practice.
Bitten Lip or Tongue
Rinse mouth with salt water. Clean the area gently with a cloth and apply cold compresses if there is any swelling. If the bleeding doesn’t stop, visit a hospital immediately
Cracked Tooth Guidance:
How do you know if a tooth is cracked?
The best way to know is by visiting our dental practice. Dr. Sraon can then look for the telltale signs of a tooth being cracked.
Cracks are often invisible and therefore it may be difficult to tell if a tooth is cracked by visual inspection. Even x-rays are sometimes unable to find a crack in a tooth. Because cracks are often invisible, our dentist would likely need to inquire about other similar issues that come with cracks.
Why does a cracked tooth hurt?
To understand why a cracked tooth hurts you need to understand the structure of the tooth. Under the enamel, there is a hard layer called the dentin, and a soft layer called the pulp. The pulp is a soft tissue that contains the tooth’s nerves and blood vessels.
A cracked tooth may hurt because the pressure of biting causes the crack to open, irritating the pulp. When you stop biting, the pressure is released and you feel a sharp pain as the crack quickly closes. It’s common for a tooth to become sensitive to temperature extremes if the crack irritates the pulp. In the worst cases, the pulp can become damaged or diseased, requiring a root canal to save the tooth.
How is a cracked tooth treated?
Treatments for the crack depend on the location and severity. Tiny cracks are common and usually don’t cause problems. Possible treatments may be bonding, crowning or root canal treatment. Extracting the tooth is a last resort and only used if the tooth cannot be saved by other procedures.
Preventing cracks
Because cracks can come from many different sources, regular dental checkups are a good way to catch them before they require treatment. Additionally, avoiding sudden temperature extremes such as sipping hot tea and ice water immediately after each other is advised.
Don’t wait—relief starts now
A dental emergency can’t wait—and neither should you. If you’re in pain or have experienced an injury, contact us immediately.
Call us today at 408.227.1404 or schedule an appointment online.
We’re here to care for you—when you need us the most.
Please contact Dilber Sraon DDS at 408.227.1404 for all Dental Emergencies.