Dental emergency right now? Call (313) 787-8234
Detroit, Michigan

Tooth trouble can't wait. Neither should you.

First Emergency Dental is a referral line for Detroiters dealing with dental pain or injury. One call and we'll match you with a participating dentist in the area.

Sound familiar?

Pain that won't quitA throbbing tooth that over-the-counter meds barely touch.
Cracked or snapped toothFrom biting down wrong, a fall or a sports hit.
Tooth knocked loose or outAct fast. The first hour matters most.
Swollen gum or jawOften a sign of infection or an abscess.
Crown or filling fell outSensitive, sharp edges and risk of more damage.
Aching wisdom teethPressure and soreness in the back of the mouth.

From phone call to dental chair

No scrolling through dozens of offices hoping someone picks up.

  1. You call (313) 787-8234Give us a quick rundown of your symptoms.
  2. We find a matchYour call is connected to a participating dentist serving your part of Detroit.
  3. You set the visitWork out the time, cost and insurance directly with the office.

Handy to have when you call

  • Which tooth or area hurts, and since when
  • Any swelling, bleeding or fever
  • Your insurance card, if you have one
  • Your ZIP code or neighborhood
  • A list of medications you take

What about cost?

The call is free

There's no fee to use the referral line. You only pay for treatment you choose.

Offices set prices

Each participating dentist sets their own fees, so ask for an estimate before treatment begins.

Insurance varies

Many offices accept common PPO plans and some take Medicaid. Confirm coverage with the office directly.

Calls from all over Detroit

Including Southwest Detroit and the surrounding communities.

MexicantownSouthwest DetroitCorktownHubbard FarmsSpringwellsDelrayDowntownMidtownDearbornLincoln ParkRiver RougeEcorseHamtramck

Questions people ask

Are you a dental clinic?

No. First Emergency Dental is a referral line. We connect callers with independent participating dentists. We don't provide treatment ourselves.

How soon can I be seen?

It depends on the office and time of day. Many urgent cases are seen same-day or next-day.

Should I take painkillers before I'm seen?

Over-the-counter pain relievers taken as directed on the label can help. Don't place aspirin directly on your gums.

What if my tooth got knocked out?

Pick it up by the top, not the root. Rinse it gently, keep it in milk, and call right away.

Call 911 or go to an ER if swelling is making it hard to breathe or swallow, bleeding won't stop, or you were hurt in a serious accident.

Get matched with a Detroit dentist.

Call (313) 787-8234
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