Tooth Infection · Exton, PA
Tooth Infection Treatment in Exton, PA. Same-Day Relief When It Hurts.
Throbbing pain, swelling, a bad taste or a pimple on the gum are signs of a tooth infection, and it won't heal on its own. Call us for a same-day emergency appointment. We'll find the source with digital imaging and get you out of pain, usually by saving the tooth with a gentle root canal.
Signs you may have a tooth infection
- Constant or throbbing toothache, especially when lying down
- Swelling in the gum, cheek or jaw
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
- A bad taste, or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- Pain when biting, or a tooth that feels "high"
Go to the ER if…
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if swelling spreads to your eye or neck, or if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, or a high fever. These can be signs of a spreading infection. For everything else, call our office first at 610-873-4003.
How we treat it
We start with an exam and digital X-ray, using 3D CBCT when needed, to pinpoint the infected tooth. Treatment usually means one of these:
- Root canal therapy: removes the infected pulp, disinfects the canals and seals the tooth, which keeps your natural tooth.
- Draining an abscess and starting antibiotics when they're clinically needed.
- Gentle extraction if the tooth can't be saved, with options to replace it.
After a root canal, most back teeth need a crown, and many of ours are milled the same day with CEREC.
Root canals aren't what they used to be
With modern anesthesia and The Wand®, a root canal today feels much like getting a filling. Patients routinely tell us the relief afterward is immediate.
What to Expect
Call us
610-873-4003. Tell us your symptoms and we'll find the earliest time.
Diagnose
Exam and digital imaging to find the exact source.
Relieve
Root canal, drainage or gentle extraction, done comfortably.
Restore
A crown or replacement, often same-day with CEREC.
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What Our Patients Say
“In the absence of my dentist, who was out of the country for 2 weeks, this dental practice welcomed me the following day for an appointment to treat an infected cracked molar. They exceeded my expectations and I am switching to their practice. Not only is this a state of the art office but all the staff are very knowledgeable, kind and caring.”
“I had a great experience with some required dental work. The whole team treated me with care and ensured that I did not experience pain. And my smile has never looked better!”
“Very compassionate. Appreciated your concern for my unease in the chair. Thanks.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
Can a tooth infection go away on its own?+
No. Pain may come and go, but the infection remains and can spread. Antibiotics alone don't fix the source, so the tooth needs treatment.
Can I be seen the same day?+
Yes. We offer same-day emergency appointments. Call as early as possible at 610-873-4003.
Is a root canal painful?+
With modern anesthesia, a root canal feels much like a filling. Most patients feel relief from the infection pain almost immediately.
Do you accept insurance for emergency visits?+
Yes. We accept most major dental PPO plans and verify benefits at no charge. Medicaid is not accepted.
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Learn more →Dental Insurance Accepted in Exton, PA
Delta Dental, MetLife, Aetna, Cigna and more — benefits checked free.
Learn more →Dental Insurance Accepted
We accept most dental PPO plans, verify your benefits for free and file your claims. Delta Dental accepted. Medicaid not accepted.
Visit Us in Exton
Whiteland Dental
670 W Lincoln Hwy
Exton, PA 19341
Right across from Penn Medicine. Free, ADA-accessible parking.
| Monday – Thursday | 8 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 2 PM |
| Saturday – Sunday | Closed |
Most PPO plans accepted · Medicaid not accepted
Ready when you are.
Call our Exton office at 610-873-4003 or request a time online. Cleanings within 2 weeks, guaranteed. Same-day emergency appointments. Free insurance check.
