Emergency Dentistry in Bridgetown
Emergency Dentist in Cincinnati, OH
★★★★★ Rated 5.0 by patients on Google Last reviewed November 2026
A tooth that hurts at night, a crown that came off over dinner, a front tooth that broke on something small. Most people do not plan for any of it, and the first question is usually the same: do I need someone today?
Seven Hills General Dentistry is an emergency dentist in Bridgetown, on the West Side of Cincinnati. Dr. Parth Maheshwari keeps time in the schedule for urgent needs and offers same-day appointments whenever possible during office hours.
A dental emergency is a problem with a tooth, gum, or jaw that cannot reasonably wait for a routine visit, such as severe pain, a knocked-out tooth, a cracked tooth with pain, a gum bump or abscess, or new or worsening swelling. Call a dentist the same day for these. Swelling that affects breathing or swallowing needs a hospital emergency department.
When is Seven Hills General Dentistry open for dental emergencies?
We see patients Monday through Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and we offer same-day appointments whenever possible during those hours. Our office is closed Friday through Sunday.
Calling first helps us fit you in. If your problem starts when we are closed, the section on what to do when our office is closed explains where to go.
Is this a dental emergency? A short check
Two or three taps point you toward the right next step: the emergency room, a same-day call to a dentist, or a regular visit. It cannot diagnose anything. An exam can.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe toothache, a knocked-out tooth, a cracked or broken tooth with pain, a bump on the gum, bleeding that does not stop, and new or worsening swelling are common reasons to contact a dentist the same day. The three steps below show how much time each situation typically allows, according to the American Dental Association’s guidance on dental emergencies.
Go to the emergency room or call 911
Severe swelling, fever with swelling, trouble swallowing or breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a facial or jaw injury need urgent medical care before anything else.
Call a dentist the same day
Severe or lasting toothache, a knocked-out tooth, a cracked or broken tooth with pain, a pimple-like bump on the gum, or a lost crown with pain.
Schedule a visit soon
Mild sensitivity, a small chip without pain, or a lost filling that does not hurt. These can usually wait a few days, though they tend to be easier to treat sooner.
What should I do for each type of dental emergency?
Each situation has a few first steps that can protect the tooth until you are seen. These are general steps, not a replacement for an exam.
What should I do for a severe toothache?
Rinse your mouth with warm water, gently floss around the tooth to remove trapped food, and hold a cold compress against the outside of your cheek. The ADA advises against placing aspirin directly on the gum, since it can irritate the tissue.
Pain that lasts more than a day or two, wakes you at night, or comes with a bump on the gum deserves a call to the office. An exam and an X-ray are how a dentist finds the cause.
What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?
Pick the tooth up by the crown, the part you chew with, and avoid touching the root. If it is dirty, rinse it gently, and if you can, place it back in the socket. If that is not possible, keep it moist in milk and call a dentist right away, because the time out of the mouth can affect whether the tooth can be saved. The American Association of Endodontists explains the steps for a knocked-out tooth in detail.
What should I do for a cracked or broken tooth?
Rinse with warm water, save any pieces, and use a cold compress if the face is swollen. Some cracks cause pain only when biting or when something cold touches the tooth, and some cannot be seen without an exam. The American Association of Endodontists describes the types of cracked teeth and the symptoms that tend to go with them.
A sharp edge that cuts your tongue or cheek can be covered with a piece of sugar-free gum until you are seen.
What should I do if a filling or crown comes out?
Keep the crown if you have it and bring it with you. A temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can hold a crown in place for a short time, and the ADA lists steps for a lost filling or crown as well. Avoid chewing on that side.
If the tooth has no pain, this is often a call to make that day or the next. If there is pain, treat it as a same-day call.
What should I do about swelling or a gum abscess?
A bump on the gum, a bad taste, or swelling near a tooth can be signs of infection. Call the office the same day. Swelling that spreads, comes with a fever, or makes it hard to swallow or breathe needs a hospital emergency department.
Should I go to the ER, urgent care, or a dentist for tooth pain?
For tooth pain without trouble breathing or swallowing, a dentist is usually the right first call, because an emergency room or urgent care clinic can generally manage pain or infection for a short time but is not set up to treat the tooth itself.
| Hospital emergency room | Urgent care | Dentist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, facial trauma, bleeding that does not stop | Pain or fever when no dentist can be reached | Finding and treating the cause of tooth, gum, or jaw problems |
| Treats the tooth | Generally no | Generally no | Yes, within what a general dentist provides |
| What you may get | Pain relief, antibiotics when the clinician decides they are needed, and a referral | Pain relief, antibiotics when needed, and a referral | An exam, X-rays, and a plan for the tooth itself |
| Hours | Open at all hours | Varies by clinic | Seven Hills General Dentistry: Monday to Thursday, as listed above |
What should I do when our office is closed?
When Seven Hills General Dentistry is closed on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, go to a hospital emergency department for swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, bleeding that does not stop, or an injury to the face or jaw, and call us when we reopen for everything else.
We do not offer weekend or after-hours emergency care, and we would rather say that plainly than leave you guessing. If you are not sure how serious a problem is, a 24-hour nurse line or your physician can help you decide whether it needs a hospital tonight.
For a knocked-out tooth, keep it in milk and see a dentist or hospital as soon as you can, since the time away from the mouth can matter.
What can Seven Hills General Dentistry do at an emergency visit?
At an emergency visit, Dr. Parth starts by finding the actual cause of the problem rather than covering the symptom. Digital X-rays and CBCT 3D imaging are available on site for cases where the cause is not clear from the exam.
- Same-day appointments when possible. The schedule holds time for urgent needs during office hours.
- Imaging in the building. Digital X-rays and CBCT scans are done here, so you do not need to be sent elsewhere for pictures.
- Surgical care in house. Procedures such as grafting and implant placement are handled by Dr. Parth, a general dentist with advanced implant training.
What gets done that day depends on what the exam finds. If a problem needs a different kind of care, we will explain that before anything else happens.
How much does an emergency dentist visit cost?
The cost depends on the cause of the problem, the treatment it needs, and what your plan covers, so no honest number exists until an exam and X-rays show what is going on. We do not publish fees, and we would rather explain what drives the cost than quote a figure over the phone.
- The cause. A lost filling and an infected tooth call for very different care.
- The imaging. Some problems need a single X-ray, and others need a 3D scan.
- The treatment itself. Relieving a problem for now and repairing it for the long term are often separate steps.
- Your coverage. Deductibles and annual maximums change what a plan pays.
We accept many dental insurance plans. We check your benefits before your appointment and file your claims for you.
Whoever you see, a written quote should list each procedure by name, what your plan is expected to pay, and what remains for you. Ask for that before you agree to treatment that is not urgent.
What if it has been years since I saw a dentist?
You can still call. Many people arrive at an emergency visit after a long gap, and the first goal is to understand what is wrong, not to review the past. Patients describe their own first visits in the reviews below.
What patients say about Seven Hills General Dentistry
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Emergency dentist questions answered
Can the ER do anything for a bad tooth?
An emergency room can generally treat pain, fever, and swelling, and may prescribe antibiotics when the clinician decides they are needed. It is not set up to repair or remove the tooth, so a dentist visit is still the next step.
When should I go to the ER for dental pain?
Go to an emergency room for swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, a fever with facial swelling, bleeding that does not stop, or an injury to the jaw or face. For tooth pain without those signs, call a dentist.
Can I go to urgent care for a dental issue?
Urgent care can help with pain or a fever when no dentist is available, but it generally cannot treat the tooth. If you have a choice, a dentist can find and address the cause.
Is a broken filling a dental emergency?
A broken or lost filling without pain can usually wait a day or two, though the exposed tooth can break further or become sensitive. If there is pain, swelling, or a sharp edge, call the office the same day.
Is a chipped tooth a dental emergency?
A small chip without pain is often a regular visit. A chip with pain, a deep crack, or a sharp edge is worth a same-day call. If you would like a painless chip repaired for appearance, our cosmetic dentistry page explains the options.
What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?
Handle it by the crown, rinse it gently if dirty, try to place it back in the socket, or keep it in milk, and see a dentist right away. The steps are laid out by the American Association of Endodontists.
Does insurance cover emergency dental visits?
Many dental plans cover part of an emergency exam, X-rays, and treatment, though deductibles and annual maximums change the amount. We check your benefits before your appointment and file your claims for you.
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
We offer same-day appointments whenever possible Monday through Thursday during office hours. We are closed Friday through Sunday. Call 513-574-2444 or request an appointment online.
More general questions are answered on our FAQ page.
About the dentist who reviewed this page
Dr. Parth Maheshwari practices at Seven Hills General Dentistry on Bridgetown Road, on the West Side of Cincinnati. He earned his dental degree at Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine, where he was the youngest member of his class, and went on to advanced training in implant placement and bone grafting.
He is a general dentist with advanced surgical training, not a specialist, and the distinction is worth being precise about.
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Seven Hills General Dentistry
5680 Bridgetown Rd Suite B, Cincinnati, OH 45248
Monday to Wednesday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Closed Friday to Sunday