Your emergency dentist in
Milford and Henniker
When something hurts, don't wait
If you're in pain, your tooth is cracked, or something just happened and you're not sure what to do, call us first. We do everything we can to see emergency dental patients the same day, at both our Milford and Henniker offices.
You don't have to be a current patient. You don't have to explain everything before you call. Just pick up the phone and we'll figure out the rest.
What counts as a dental emergency
Some dental issues can wait a few days. Others need attention right away. Call us if you're dealing with any of the following:
- Severe or persistent tooth pain
- A knocked-out tooth
- A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth that hurts or has jagged edges
- A lost filling or crown
- Swelling in your face, jaw, or gums
- Signs of infection like fever, pus, or a bad taste in your mouth
- Bleeding that won't stop after pressure
- An injury to your lip, tongue, or cheek
- An object stuck between your teeth that won't come out with floss
If you're not sure whether what you're feeling is an emergency, call anyway. We'd rather hear from you and tell you it can wait than have you sit on something that shouldn't.
Before you get to the office
A few things you can do to make yourself more comfortable on the way in:
- 01
For pain or swelling, take an over-the-counter pain reliever you've taken before, and use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek.
- 02
For a knocked-out tooth, try to find it, rinse it gently in cool water (don't scrub), and either place it back in the socket or keep it in milk on your way to the office. Time matters here, so call as soon as you can.
- 03
For a broken tooth, rinse your mouth with warm water and save any pieces if you can.
- 04
For a lost filling or crown, keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side.
- 05
For bleeding, apply gentle pressure with clean gauze or a damp tea bag.
When you arrive
We won't make you wait through small talk and paperwork while you're in pain. The front desk will get you back to a chair as quickly as possible. Your dentist will take a look, figure out what's going on, and walk you through your options before doing anything.
You'll also have access to our comfort menu we use for every appointment. Emergencies are stressful, but your visit doesn't have to be.
After hours and weekends
If you reach us during business hours, we'll do our best to see you the same day. After hours, call the location closest to you and follow the prompts on the voicemail for emergency guidance.
If your situation is life-threatening, including uncontrollable bleeding, difficulty breathing, or a serious facial injury, go to the nearest emergency room first.
A few ways we say welcome
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Call today and discover why we are the go-to dentist for the Southern New Hampshire communities.
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Two locations, one team
Milford Dental Office
(603) 673-3332One Saturday a month: 8am – 1pm
Henniker Dental Office
(603) 428-3419