Dental Emergencies · Pelham Dr
In pain? Call us right now.
It’s easy to feel anxious or panicked when something goes wrong with your teeth. Stay calm, give us a call, and you’ll be glad to know that many dental issues can be treated when they’re handled as soon as possible.
Open Mon–Fri 8am–5pm
540-943-9703If you have a life-threatening or severe injury, call 911 or go directly to the nearest hospital emergency room.
When is it a true dental emergency?
It’s a great question, and if you’re unsure, err on the side of caution and give us a call. We can quickly tell whether you need to come in today or whether the right call is to schedule an appointment within the coming days.
Common dental emergencies
- A dislodged or knocked-out tooth
- A cracked or broken tooth
- A toothache
- A broken dental crown, implant, or other restoration
- A bitten tongue or cheek
- Broken braces
Until you can get to us
- Use over-the-counter anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen to reduce swelling and pain.
- Apply an ice pack to the affected side to ease pain and inflammation.
- Knocked-out tooth:clean the tooth gently with warm water and, if possible, place it back into the socket. Always handle a tooth by the crown, never the root. If you can’t get it back in, place it in a container of milk and come straight to our office.
- Broken tooth: if a large piece has broken off, it may be able to be bonded back on. Save the pieces in a hard protective carrier and bring them in.
- Over-the-counter analgesics like Orajel can help temporarily numb a sore, throbbing area.
Common Emergencies
Toothache
Pain relief and a real diagnosis — not just a quick fix.
Learn More →Broken Tooth Repair
Cracked, chipped, or broken — bring the pieces if you can.
Learn More →Knocked-Out Tooth
Time-sensitive care to give your natural tooth the best chance.
Learn More →Lost Filling or Crown
Quick replacement so the underlying tooth stays protected.
Learn More →Dental Abscess
Infection that needs care now, not next week.
Learn More →Emergency Extractions
When a tooth is hopelessly damaged or decayed.
Learn More →We’d rather see you today
Tell us what’s going on and we’ll walk you through what to do next — and get you in as soon as possible.
Call 540-943-9703Dental Emergency Questions Patients Ask Most
Do you accept walk-ins for dental emergencies in Waynesboro?
Time is held open every weekday for dental emergencies at 101 Pelham Dr, Waynesboro, VA 22980. Call 540-943-9703 first thing in the morning so the front desk can fit you in the same day. For life-threatening injuries or severe facial swelling, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital ER.
What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?
A knocked-out adult tooth has the best chance of being saved if it is replanted within 30 to 60 minutes. Handle the tooth by the crown only — never the root. If you cannot place it back in the socket, keep it moist in milk or saliva and come straight to our Pelham Drive office.
What counts as a true dental emergency?
Severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken or cracked teeth with sharp edges, lost fillings or crowns, dental abscesses with swelling or fever, and uncontrolled bleeding all count as urgent. If you are unsure, call 540-943-9703 and we will tell you whether to come in today or schedule within the next few days.
Are you near the Appalachian Trail for thru-hiker dental emergencies?
Yes. Willis Family Dentistry Waynesboro on Pelham Drive is roughly four miles from the Appalachian Trail crossing at Rockfish Gap. Hikers passing through are welcome — let the front desk know you are on the trail when you call.
What if I do not have dental insurance for an emergency visit?
Tell the front desk when you call 540-943-9703. The Virginia Dental Club, CareCredit financing, and in-office payment plans help make emergency care possible for uninsured patients in Waynesboro and the 22980 corridor.