Do I need to be an existing patient to get emergency dental care?

Targeted Infection Relief: Completely clear away the hardened plaque and bacterial biofilm hiding deep beneath the gumline where toothbrushes and floss cannot reach.
Proactive Tooth Saving: Shrink deep gum pockets and smooth out rough tooth roots to allow your gum tissue to firmly re-attach, protecting you from premature tooth extractions.
Total Comfort Focus: Dr. Joseph Wareham, DMD, utilizes gentle, localized numbing agents to ensure your deep cleaning experience is entirely relaxed and completely pain-free.
The Systemic Connection: Managing gum disease reduces your body&#39;s overall inflammation, protecting you from linked systemic health issues like heart disease and diabetes.

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You do not have to be an existing patient to receive emergency dental care at Cherry Blossom Family Dentistry. In fact, we encourage any patient experiencing a tooth emergency to contact our team right away at (813) 438-5925, whether they're an established or new patient.  

Dental Emergencies at Cherry Blossom Family Dentistry

Dr. Wareham and our team are well-equipped to handle all types of dental emergencies, including:


	Knocked-out teeth
	Broken or lost restorations, such as fillings, bridges, or crowns
	Cracked dentures
	Chipped or broken teeth
	Facial pain or swelling
	Toothaches or dental pain
	Infected or abscessed teeth


Even if your emergency isn't listed here, we encourage you to contact our team for guidance. We can assess your situation over the phone and provide information on your next best steps. 

Contacting your emergency dentist first is always advised before heading to a hospital emergency room. Hospitals are not equipped to handle dental emergencies and will likely send you back to your dentist for treatment. You can save valuable time and money by contacting us first. 

We're Here to Help

Contact Cherry Blossom Family Dentistry at (813) 438-5925 for prompt emergency dental care and to learn why we're the emergency dentist new patients in Lithia trust.