Broke a tooth? Here’s what to do.
A broken tooth, whether a small chip or a bigger break, needs prompt attention even if it doesn’t hurt yet. Follow the steps below, then call (702) 363-0444.
Broken tooth: what to do right now
Rinse gently
Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. Save any pieces of the tooth in a clean container.
Control pain and swelling
Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. Over-the-counter pain relief can help in the meantime.
Protect the tooth
Cover any sharp edge with dental wax or sugarless gum, and avoid chewing on that side.
Call us
Call (702) 363-0444 and tell us what happened. We’ll get you in as quickly as we can.
Is a broken tooth always an emergency?
Not always, and knowing which situation you’re in helps you know how fast to move. Broken teeth happen to careful people too: a sports injury, a fall, or biting into something harder than expected.
If the tooth came out completely rather than breaking, follow our steps for a knocked-out tooth — the first hour matters a lot more there. Our emergency dentist in Las Vegas will tell you how urgently to come in.
When to call
- Small chip, no pain Within a few days
- Exposed nerve (sharp pain with air or cold) Call today
- Broken at the gumline Call immediately
- Severe pain or swelling Call immediately
Book a visit
No rush. No judgment. No surprises.
What we recommend depends on the damage
We’ll examine the tooth, explain your options in plain language, and tell you the cost before anything moves forward.
Common questions
Will a chipped tooth heal on its own?
How much does it cost to fix a broken tooth?
My broken tooth doesn’t hurt. Do I still need to come in?
Book a visit
No rush. No judgment. No surprises.