The Essentials
What it is.
Dental emergencies are frightening, painful, and never on schedule. Call the office first — (248) 553-9393 — and we’ll guide you through immediate first aid and hold same-day time when it’s needed.
Speed matters most with a knocked-out permanent tooth: kept moist (in milk, or gently back in its socket) and re-implanted within the hour, many can be saved.
Call Us Right Away For
Sound familiar?
- A knocked-out or badly loosened tooth
- A cracked or broken tooth, especially with pain
- Severe toothache, swelling, or signs of infection
- A lost crown or filling exposing sensitive tooth
The Process
What to expect.
- Call first
You’ll get first-aid guidance immediately and an honest read on how urgent it is.
- Get comfortable
Cold compress for swelling, over-the-counter pain relief as directed — avoid heat and aspirin on tissue.
- Be seen
Same-day appointments are held for true emergencies whenever possible.
Real Results
Before & after.
A same-day repair case from Dr. Paulson’s files is being prepared for this page.
Every case on this site is a real Arbor Dental patientGood To Know
Questions, answered.
Should I go to the ER instead?
For facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling that affects breathing or swallowing — yes, ER first. For tooth pain and damage, the dentist can usually do far more.
What do I do with a knocked-out tooth?
Handle it by the crown (not the root), rinse gently, keep it moist in milk or the socket, and get here within the hour.
What if it happens after hours?
Call the office line — the recording includes instructions for reaching help after hours.
Ready when you are.
New patients are welcomed with an unhurried, comprehensive first visit — photographs, a conversation about your goals, and a plan you'll understand completely.
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