In Pain? We’re Here to Help.

A dental emergency can happen at any time, and knowing where to turn matters. South City Dental provides prompt, compassionate emergency dental care for patients throughout Springfield, Missouri and the surrounding area. If you’re dealing with sudden tooth pain, an injury, or another urgent dental issue, call us right away at (417) 887-4021 — we’ll work to get you seen as quickly as possible.

IMPORTANT: If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, severe uncontrolled bleeding, or facial trauma, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

Common Dental Emergencies We Treat

• Severe toothache or tooth pain — often a sign of infection or decay that needs prompt attention.
• Chipped, cracked, or broken tooth — from an accident, sports injury, or biting something hard.
• Knocked-out tooth — time matters here; call us immediately for the best chance of saving the tooth.
• Lost filling or crown — leaves the tooth exposed and vulnerable to further damage.
• Dental abscess or swelling — a serious infection that shouldn’t wait.
• Object caught between teeth causing persistent pain or discomfort.

What to Do Before You Reach Us

• Toothache: Rinse with warm water and gently floss to remove any trapped debris. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum.
• Knocked-out tooth: Handle it by the crown (not the root), rinse gently if dirty, and try to keep it moist — in milk or held in place in the socket — until you reach our office.
• Chipped or broken tooth: Rinse your mouth with warm water and save any broken pieces if possible.
• Swelling: Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to help manage discomfort.

Same-Day Emergency Appointments

We understand dental emergencies can’t always wait. Call our Springfield, MO office as soon as an issue comes up, and our team will do everything possible to fit you in quickly during our office hours.

Office Hours

Monday: 8am – 5pm Tuesday: 8am – 5pm Wednesday: 8am – 5pm Thursday: 8am – 5pm Friday – Sunday: Closed

Frequently Asked Questions

Don’t wait in pain. Call South City Dental at (417) 887-4021 for prompt emergency dental care in Springfield, MO.