What is it?
Emergency dentistry addresses acute pain, infection, avulsed/fractured teeth, and post-operative complications. We prioritise stabilisation—drainage, pulpectomy initiation, temporary restorations, or trauma first aid. Children's dental injuries are triaged with Dr. Prem Kumar R's pediatric expertise.
Who needs it?
- Severe toothache or facial swelling
- Knocked-out or displaced teeth
- Uncontrolled bleeding after extraction
- Broken restorations causing sharp pain
Symptoms
- Unbearable toothache
- Fever with dental swelling
- Trauma with mobility or avulsion
- Soft-tissue lacerations in the mouth
Causes
- Acute pulpitis or abscess
- Sports/road trauma
- Failed restorations
- Pericoronitis around wisdom teeth
Benefits
- Faster pain control and infection management
- Trauma protocols that can save teeth when timely
- Clear next-step planning after the crisis visit
Risks & considerations
- Emergency visits focus on stabilisation—definitive care may need follow-up
- Swelling of floor of mouth/neck needs hospital triage (airway risk)
Treatment process
- Phone triage—call primary number for urgency
- History, exam, radiographs
- Immediate relief: anaesthesia, incision/drainage if indicated, pulpotomy/pulpectomy start, temp fill, or splinting
- Medicines and written aftercare
- Scheduled definitive treatment
Recovery
Follow antibiotic/analgesic instructions only as prescribed. Soft diet; cold compresses for trauma swelling as advised. Return if breathing difficulty, rapidly spreading swelling, or high fever.
Duration
Urgent visits often 30–90 minutes depending on complexity.
Cost (Bangalore indicative)
₹1,000 – ₹10,000+ for emergency stabilisation; definitive fees separate. Indicative Bangalore ranges; confirm at consultation.
Indicative Bangalore ranges for planning only. Final fees confirmed after clinical examination.
Success & outcomes
Early attendance improves chances of saving traumatised teeth and controlling infection. Delays worsen outcomes.
Frequently asked questions
What number do I call for a dental emergency?
Call +91 81972 80019 (primary) or +91 80882 66714. For airway compromise or severe facial trauma, seek ER services immediately.
My child knocked out a tooth—what now?
For permanent teeth, keep moist (milk/saliva), avoid scrubbing the root, and reach us ASAP. Dr. Prem Kumar R manages pediatric dental trauma with time-sensitive protocols.
Related treatments
Medically reviewed by Dr. Prem Kumar R, MDS (Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry). Last updated 2026-07-01. Educational references include publicly available guidance from organisations such as the Indian Dental Association (IDA) and American Dental Association (ADA) patient education materials—adapted for general understanding, not as case-specific advice.