What counts as an emergency
Severe pain or pain that keeps you awake, facial swelling or an abscess, a tooth broken or displaced by a knock, bleeding that won't stop, or a lost filling, crown or bracket that's bothering you. If you have a high fever or the swelling makes it hard to swallow or breathe, go to a hospital emergency department: Hospital Clínic is just minutes away.
What to do on your way
If a tooth has been knocked out, pick it up by the crown without touching the root, don't rub it, and keep it in milk or saline; the sooner you arrive, the better the chance of saving it. For pain, you can apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. Avoid applying heat or placing aspirin directly on the gum.
How we treat you
First we relieve the pain and control any infection. Then we explain what happened and what definitive treatment you need, with a clear quote, so you can decide calmly.
Emergencies in children
Knocks to the mouth are common in childhood. If your child knocks a baby tooth or an adult tooth, call us straight away: we'll check the tooth, bone and soft tissues and explain what to watch for over the next few days. An adult tooth that has been knocked out completely has a better chance of being saved if it's repositioned within the first hour, so don't wait. We handle these emergencies with the same calm and patience as all our children's visits.
Frequently asked questions
Will you see me the same day?
We keep daily emergency slots and do everything we can to see you the same day. Call or message us on WhatsApp and we'll tell you the first available time.
Do you see emergencies for new patients?
Yes, you don't need to be an existing patient.
What should I do if I break a tooth?
Keep the fragment if you find it, rinse with water and call us. Many fractures can be repaired in a single visit.
What about outside opening hours?
Outside our opening hours, for a serious emergency please go to a hospital emergency department.
How much does an emergency visit cost?
We'll tell you the price of the visit when you book and give you a clear quote before any treatment.
