Excellent Dentistry provides emergency dental care for families in Mundelein, Illinois. In case of a dental emergency, call 847-566-7850. During regular office hours, we will see you as soon as possible. After hours please follow the voicemail instructions to leave a message, and someone will contact you as soon as possible to provide further instructions. In case of a life threatening emergency, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room.
To learn more about our practice, contact us today to schedule an appointment, or schedule directly online.
Procedures Offered
We provide treatment for the following dental emergencies:
- Toothache. In the case of a severe toothache that can not be managed with over the counter pain medication, immediate treatment may be necessary. The tooth will likely need a root canal or more advanced treatment.
- Cracked tooth. A cracked tooth is at risk of infection if bacteria enters the tooth through the crack. Prompt treatment is recommended to preserve the tooth. In most cases, a cracked tooth will need a crown.
- Fractured tooth. A tooth that is chipped or broken may need immediate treatment depending on the severity. Depending on the size and location of the fracture, such as if the fracture proceeds down the root of the tooth, the tooth may require extraction to alleviate pain and prevent infection.
- Infected tooth. Signs of an infection include pain, swelling, bleeding, and a bad taste in the mouth. Often, you may feel a “bump on the gums” called an abscess. Urgent treatment is required in order to prevent the spread of infection to the neck or to other structures located in the head. Depending on the cause of infection, treatment may include antibiotics, root canal, or extraction.
- Displaced tooth. If a tooth is pushed out of place but is still in the socket, it will need to be put back in the proper place and splinted until the support structures heal around it.
- Dislodged tooth. A knocked out tooth needs to be put back in place within 20 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth. Put the tooth back in the socket if possible and bite down on some gauze. If not, place the tooth in milk or saliva until you get to the office.
- Soft tissue injury. For an injury to the lip, tongue, gums, or anywhere else in the mouth, apply pressure to stop the bleeding and call our office. If bleeding becomes uncontrollable or the patient loses consciousness, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room.
Why Choose Excellent Dentistry?
Dental emergencies can be frightening or at the very least, stressful. We understand that it helps to see familiar faces and surroundings in these situations, which is why we offer emergency dentistry. Our top priority is our patients, and we are here for you when you need us. You can call any time and we will provide immediate care if necessary. If the situation can wait until the next day, we will make you our first appointment in the morning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Emergencies
If the patient experiences any of the following, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room:
- Loss of consciousness
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Uncontrolled bleeding
Contact Us
In case of a dental emergency, call 847-566-7850. During regular office hours, we will see you as soon as possible. After hours, please follow the voicemail instructions to leave a message, and someone will contact you as soon as possible to provide further instructions. Call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room in case of a life-threatening emergency.
To learn more about our practice, call 847-566-7850 or schedule an appointment directly online.