Dental Emergencies on Oʻahu: What to Do & When to Call Aiea Family Dental

Dental emergencies can strike at any time — from a sudden fall, a sports injury, or even biting down wrong. Knowing what to do in those first few minutes can mean the difference between saving a tooth and losing it. If you’re on Oʻahu, Aiea Family Dental is here to help you stay calm, act fast, and get the care you need.

Not sure what qualifies as a dental emergency? Here are the most common scenarios we treat:

If you’re unsure whether it’s urgent, call us anyway. We’d rather you be safe. Here’s when you should reach out immediately:

We offer same-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible. Call our front desk and we’ll walk you through the next steps.

Tip: If you’ve lost a crown, temporarily place it back with toothpaste or dental cement until you see us.

Severe pain, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, swelling, and uncontrolled bleeding all qualify as emergencies.

Hospitals can manage pain or infection but usually can’t fix the dental problem. Call us first — we can often treat you faster.

Dental issues can escalate quickly. Infection, swelling, or nerve exposure should never wait. Call us — we’ll assess your urgency.

We serve patients across Honolulu and Oʻahu with fast, compassionate emergency care. Our experienced team is ready with digital imaging, gentle techniques, and flexible scheduling to get you out of pain — fast.

Need urgent help? Call or message Aiea Family Dental now and let us help you get back to smiling.