Emergency care at Elevate is provided by Dr. Michael Mashini, DDS, licensed by the State of Michigan and a member of the Michigan Dental Association, with over ten years of clinical experience. His years in busy Aspen Dental practices built the range to handle urgent problems quickly — from severe pain to broken teeth. He prioritizes a gentle, comfort-first approach to anesthesia, which matters most when you’re already hurting. He founded Elevate in his Clinton Township hometown to be a reliable place to turn in a crisis.
Not every dental issue needs an urgent visit, but the following situations mean you should call an emergency dentist in Clinton Township right away: a severe, persistent, or throbbing toothache that won't ease up; a knocked-out tooth or a tooth broken or chipped from a fall, sports injury, or accident; a lost filling or crown that leaves the tooth exposed and sensitive; signs of an abscess or infection, such as facial swelling, a bad taste, or a bump on the gums; and any dental trauma to the teeth, gums, or jaw following an accident.
If you're unsure whether your situation qualifies, call 586-434-3400 and describe what's happening. Our team can help you decide how quickly you need to be seen.
Toothache: Rinse with warm salt water and gently floss around the tooth to rule out trapped food. An over-the-counter pain reliever and a cold compress against the cheek can help manage discomfort until your visit.
Knocked-out tooth: Handle it only by the crown, the chewing surface, never the root. Rinse it gently with water if it's dirty, and try to place it back in the socket if possible. If you can't, keep it in milk or your own saliva and get to the office as soon as you can.
Chipped or broken tooth: Save any pieces you can find, rinse your mouth with warm water, and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
Lost filling or crown: Avoid chewing on that side of your mouth, keep the area clean, and bring the crown with you if you still have it.
Suspected abscess or infection: Rinse gently with warm salt water and contact our office promptly. Avoid applying heat to the area.
Some situations go beyond what a dental office can safely treat. If you're experiencing uncontrolled bleeding, facial swelling that is affecting your breathing or ability to swallow, or serious trauma such as a possible broken jaw, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.
Dr. Mashini will examine the affected area, take digital X-rays if needed, and explain your treatment options in plain language before any work begins. His gentle, comfort-first anesthetic technique means anxious patients often find emergency treatment far less stressful than expected. If the emergency involves a child, our pediatric dental care page explains what to expect. If what feels urgent is actually ongoing jaw pain rather than a sudden injury, see our TMJ/TMD treatment page.
Elevate by Mashini Dental is at 41781 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038. We provide same-day emergency care to patients from Sterling Heights, Macomb Township, Mount Clemens, and Shelby Township, plus the 48036 and 48038 ZIP codes.
Dental emergencies rarely happen at a convenient time, and we understand that pain or an injury after hours or on a weekend can be especially stressful. Call 586-434-3400 as soon as a problem comes up, even outside typical business hours, and leave a message describing what's happening so our team can follow up and get you on the schedule as quickly as possible. In the meantime, the first-aid steps above can help you manage discomfort safely until you're seen.
Don't wait out dental pain or risk further damage to a broken or knocked-out tooth. Call 586-434-3400 right now or visit our contact page to request a same-day emergency appointment with Elevate by Mashini Dental in Clinton Township.
“A dental emergency is often the moment a person is most anxious and in the most pain — and that’s exactly when our mission matters most: to provide care that feels different the moment you walk through our doors. Calm, gentle, and focused on you. We built Elevate so that even on your worst dental day, you feel like you belong here.” — Dr. Michael Mashini, DDS
Experience the difference elevated dental care makes. We're ready to welcome you to our Clinton Township practice.
