Emergency Care for a Knocked-Out Tooth
If your tooth has been knocked out, time matters. Our Boston dental team provides urgent, same-day care to save your tooth and relieve pain—walk-ins welcome.
Open Late and On Weekends for Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies don’t stick to a schedule. That’s why we offer extended evening hours and weekend availability in our Boston office. If you’ve lost a tooth due to trauma, it’s essential to act fast—and we’re here to help, even outside typical office hours.
Call us as soon as possible or come directly to our clinic. The sooner we can see you, the better the chance of saving the tooth.
Same-Day Tooth Rescue with Gentle, Urgent Care
A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth is one of the most urgent dental emergencies—and it can happen fast. Sports injuries, accidents, or even unexpected falls can leave you in shock. Our Boston dental team is trained to respond with calm, compassionate care and quick action to give your tooth the best chance of survival.
If you’re unsure what to do, don’t panic. Call us, and we’ll guide you step-by-step while you’re on the way.
What To Do If Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out
- Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root)
- Rinse it gently with water if dirty—do not scrub
- Try to place it back in the socket, if possible
- If not, store it in milk or saliva (not water)
- Get to a dental office within 30–60 minutes for best results
What Happens When You Arrive
When you come in, we’ll assess the condition of the tooth and socket. If the tooth is viable, we’ll attempt to reimplant it and stabilize it with a splint. X-rays will help us confirm placement. You’ll receive post-care instructions, and we’ll schedule follow-up visits to monitor healing.
In cases where the tooth can’t be saved, we’ll offer clear next steps and walk you through replacement options like same-day temporary bridges or partials—so you leave with your smile restored.
We understand how frightening it is to lose a tooth. But you’re not alone—and every minute counts. At our Boston clinic, we welcome walk-ins and provide fast, focused care to give your tooth the best shot at being saved. Whether it’s a sports injury or a fall, don’t delay—call or come in now.
Tooth Knocked Out? We’re Ready to Help.
Contact our emergency dental team immediately. We’ll give you guidance over the phone and prepare for your arrival so we can act fast.
Knocked-Out Tooth FAQs – What Boston Patients Ask Most
Ideally, get to a dentist within 30 minutes. After an hour, the chance of saving the tooth drops significantly—but it’s still worth trying.
No. Use milk or saliva instead. Water can damage the cells needed for successful reimplantation.
No, baby teeth are not reimplanted. Still, bring your child in for an evaluation to check for other damage or needs.
We use local anesthesia and gentle care to make the process as comfortable as possible.
If reimplantation isn’t possible, we’ll discuss your replacement options and help you choose the right next step.
No. We welcome patients with or without insurance and provide transparent pricing and payment options.
Immediately. Walk-ins are welcome, and we prioritize true emergencies like knocked-out teeth.
Act Fast—Save Your Smile
If you or your child has lost a tooth, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the better the chance we can save it. Call now or head straight to our Boston dental office—we’ll take it from there.