10/17/2026
Not every dental problem can wait until your next routine appointment.
Severe or persistent tooth pain, swelling, a broken or chipped tooth, or an injury to the mouth are all reasons to contact your dental office and ask about the next steps.
The right response can depend on what happened and how serious the symptoms are, so it is always better to check with your dental team rather than simply hoping the problem goes away.
Save this as a reminder, and keep your dentist's contact information somewhere easy to find.
