1209 Dundee Avenue Elgin, IL 60120
DENTAL EMERGENCY

- Cleanse the area using warm water.
- Check for impacted food and remove it as necessary.
- Apply a cold compress to the affected area to reduce swelling.
- Contact the pediatric dentist to seek advice.
- Recover the tooth. Do not touch the tooth roots
- Rinse off dirt with water without scrubbing the tooth.
- For older children, insert the tooth into its original socket using gentle pressure, or encourage the child to place the tooth in the cheek pouch. For younger children, submerge the tooth in a glass of milk or saliva
- Do not allow the tooth to dry during transportation.
- Visit the pediatric dentist (where possible) or take the child to the Emergency Room immediately
Depending on the nature and depth of the intrusion, the pediatric dentist can either wait for the tooth to descend naturally, or perform root canal therapy to preserve the structure of the tooth.
- Rinse the child’s mouth with cold water.
- Place ice packs around affected areas to reduce swelling.
- Offer Tylenol for pain relief.
- Contact your Elgin pediatric dentist where possible, or proceed to the Emergency Room.
The term “extrusion” refers to a tooth that has become partly removed from its socket. Dental treatment should be sought for permanent teeth that have been displaced in order to save the tooth and prevent infection. Contact the pediatric dentist if displacement is suspected.
- Place a cold, moist compress on the affected area.
- Offer pain relief (for example, Children’s Tylenol).
- Contact the pediatric dentist immediately.
The pediatric dentist can readily assess the severity of the fracture using dental X-rays, but any change in tooth color is an emergency warning sign. In the case of crown fracture, the pediatric dentist should be contacted.
- Rinse the child’s mouth with warm water.
- Place a cold, moist compress on the affected area.
- Offer strong pain relief (for example, Children’s Tylenol).
- Pack the tooth with a biocompatible material.
- Visit the pediatric dentist or Emergency Room
- Place a cold compress on the affected area.
- Offer pain relief (for example, Children’s Tylenol).
- Contact your Elgin pediatric dentist.
If you have questions about dental emergencies, please ask your Elgin pediatric dentist.
DENTISTRY NEAR ME AND ORTHODONTICS SERVICES
Dental Crown
GENERAL DENTISTRY
We have affordable total dental crown replacement in a number of styles. Call us today to discuss your dental crown case.
Fillings
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If you need fast fillings, replacing a filling, or just want to replace metal for ceramic we have awesome options.
Braces
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We'll help you achieve the smile you have always wanted. We have both traditional and clear braces. We have your orthodontics needs covered.
Dentures
GENERAL DENTISTRY
Need dentures? We have the tools and team to repair or replace your existing dentures. Need new dentures?
Root-Canal
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Now offering pain-free root canals treatment. Providing local sedation, we get to the root of the problem quickly. Stop the pain.
Invisalign
COSMETIC DENTAL
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Implants
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We have dental implant specialists that will provide a free consultation. $500 off on dental implants.
Tooth Removal
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We offer fast and affordable and pain-free tooth removal services. Ask about our emergency dental plans and quick removal solutions.
Teeth-Whitening
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We offer a variety of teeth whitening solutions from in-office whitening to take home trays. Free whitening (take-home trays only) are available for new patients after completion of a comprehensive exam.
CONTACT US
We encourage you to contact us via phone or email. Please use the contact form to the right to contact us via email. For directions to the office, please click the map below. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to get in touch. We’re always happy to hear from you!
Office Hours
Monday | 10:00 to 6:00 |
Tuesday | 10:00 to 6:00 |
Wednesday | 11:00 to 8:00 |
Thursday | 10:00 to 6:00 |
Friday | 10:00 to 6:00 |
Saturday | 8:00 to 3:00 |
Sunday | Appointment only |