Dental Emergency
Types of dental emergencies
Severe pain
Acute and persistent pain requiring immediate care.
Broken tooth
Tooth fracture following trauma or accident.
Bleeding
Heavy bleeding from gums or after extraction.
Swelling
Facial or gum swelling possibly indicating an abscess.
Dislodged crown
Crown or bridge that comes loose from the tooth.
Lost filling
Filling that falls out, exposing the tooth to sensitivity.
What to do in case of emergency?
Immediate actions
Stay calm
Keep calm and assess the situation. Panic can worsen symptoms.
Contact us
Call our practice at +41 22 512 12 08 for immediate advice.
First aid
Apply appropriate first aid according to the situation (see guides below).
Emergency appointment
We will see you as soon as possible, often on the same day.
What NOT to do
Don't take aspirin if bleeding (it thins the blood).
Don't touch the root of a knocked-out tooth.
Don't apply heat to swelling.
Don't attempt to glue a tooth back with glue.
Don't ignore persistent pain.
Don't put aspirin directly on the gum.
Situation guides
Avulsed tooth
Retrieve the tooth
Hold the tooth by the crown (the visible part), never by the root.
Rinse gently
Rinse the tooth under running water for 10 seconds maximum, without scrubbing.
Preserve the tooth
Replace the tooth in the socket if possible, or store it in milk or saliva.
Emergency consultation
See the dentist within 30 minutes to maximise chances of reimplantation.
Emergency pricing
Normal hours
Mon-Fri: 8am-6:30 pm - Sat: 9am-5pm
- Consultation and diagnosis included
- Basic emergency treatment
Out of hours
Evenings, nights, Sundays and public holidays
- Consultation and diagnosis included
- Emergency surcharge included
Request an emergency callback
Emergency callback request
If you can't reach us by phone, fill out this form and we will call you back as soon as possible.
Emergency prevention
Regular check-ups
See your dentist twice a year to detect problems early.
Sports protection
Wear a mouthguard during sports activities.
Healthy diet
Limit sugary and acidic foods that weaken enamel.
Risk awareness
Avoid biting hard objects and don't use your teeth as tools.