Emergency Dentist in San Juan Capistrano: What To Do Right Now (Toothache, Swelling, Broken or Knocked-Out Tooth)
San Juan Capistrano, CA
If you’re in pain, call now
For same-day emergency dental care in San Juan Capistrano, CA, call (949) 496-5585 or book through our Emergency Dentistry in San Juan Capistrano page.
ER or emergency dentist—how to decide
Go straight to the ER (or call 911) if you have any life-threatening symptoms: uncontrolled bleeding, facial trauma, or swelling that affects breathing or swallowing. For most other urgent issues (severe toothache, broken tooth, lost filling/crown, chipped tooth, knocked-out tooth), contact an emergency dentist immediately.
Quick actions you can take right now
1) Knocked-out permanent tooth (avulsed)
Handle the tooth by the crown only (not the root).
Gently rinse if dirty—do not scrub.
Reinsert into the socket if you can; otherwise keep it moist (milk, your cheek, or an ADA-approved preservation kit).
Call us immediately—time is critical.
2) Severe toothache/swelling (possible abscess)
Do not put aspirin on the gums.
Rinse with warm salt water and take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed.
Swelling + fever may indicate infection that needs urgent treatment (root canal or drainage plus antibiotics).
3) Cracked or broken tooth
Rinse with warm water; apply a cold compress on the cheek for swelling.
Save any broken pieces; avoid chewing on that side.
What to expect at your emergency visit
We’ll triage your symptoms, take any necessary digital X-rays, relieve pain right away, and outline same-day treatment options—such as root canal therapy, temporary or definitive restorations, or tooth extraction when indicated.
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Costs, insurance, and payments
We accept most PPO plans and offer multiple payment options. See Insurance Plans We Accept and Payment Options. If you’re unsure, call us—we’ll help you understand likely next steps and out-of-pocket estimates before treatment.
Find us fast
Kaban Dental Group
32124 Paseo Adelanto, Ste. 2, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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FAQs: Emergency Dental — San Juan Capistrano & South Orange County (Toothache • Swelling • Broken/Knocked-Out Tooth)
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Go to the ER for trouble breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or facial trauma. For most urgent issues—severe toothache, cracked or broken tooth, lost filling/crown, or a knocked-out tooth—contact an emergency dentist immediately.
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Immediately. Handle the tooth by the crown, gently rinse if dirty, reinsert into the socket and bite on gauze—or keep it moist in milk or your cheek—and come in right away (ideally within 30 minutes).
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Do not reinsert a primary (baby) tooth. See a dentist promptly for evaluation and next steps.
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Swelling with fever, spreading to the face or neck, or causing trouble breathing or swallowing can be an emergency—go to the ER. Otherwise, call an emergency dentist the same day.
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Rinse with warm salt water, avoid placing aspirin on the gums, use over-the-counter pain relievers as directed if safe for you, and avoid chewing on the painful side. Call us—pain with swelling or fever may need urgent treatment such as a root canal or drainage.
Why choose an emergency dentist in San Juan Capistrano?
Same-day access, on-site diagnostics, and definitive dental care are typically faster than the ER for non-life-threatening issues—helping you preserve teeth and get back to normal quickly.
If you’re dealing with a toothache, cracked tooth, broken crown, or knocked-out tooth, contact Kaban Dental Group—your emergency dentist in San Juan Capistrano—at (949) 496-5585 or request help via our Emergency Dentistry in San Juan Capistrano page.
This article is for general education and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or emergency care.
