Toothache and dental pain
Urgent care can help with pain and signs of infection, but it usually can't fix the tooth. Plan to see a dentist. Many dental offices hold same-day emergency slots.
Go to the ER or call 911 if
- Facial swelling spreading to the eye or neck
- Trouble swallowing or breathing
- High fever with a swollen face
- A knocked-out adult tooth (go within the hour, carrying the tooth in milk)
What urgent care can usually do
- Check for infection and swelling
- Treatment for pain and infection when appropriate
- Advice on getting a dental appointment
What to bring
- Your dentist's name if you have one
- When the pain started
Nearest clinics
Sorted by distance only. Call ahead to confirm hours and services.
Other guides
General information to help you choose where to go. It isn't a diagnosis or medical advice. A clinician will decide on testing and treatment. Last reviewed October 2026. Editorial standards