You Broke a Tooth in Seongnam: What to Do Now
Published by The Seoul Dental Clinic · Meet the dentists
Rinse your mouth gently, save any fragments, and call the clinic on +82-31-757-1525 as soon as you can. Do not try to glue the tooth yourself. Emergency visits do not have a published price, so the cost is quoted after your dentist examines you.
What to do in the first minutes
Rinse gently
Use lukewarm water. Do not scrub the area.
Save fragments
Keep any broken piece in milk or a clean, moist cloth. Do not let it dry out.
Control swelling
Hold a cold compress on the cheek outside the mouth if it is swollen.
Call the clinic
Phone +82-31-757-1525, describe what happened and ask if you can be seen.
Avoid chewing on that side
Eat soft food and avoid very hot or cold drinks until you are examined.
What not to do
Do not use superglue or other household adhesives on a tooth. They are not safe in the mouth and can make later repair harder.
Do not try to file or pull a loose fragment. Avoid pressing on the tooth. If you are in pain, a standard over-the-counter pain reliever may help, but check that it suits you and your health history first.
What to tell us when you call
Give us the basics so we can prepare. Say which tooth it is, whether it hurts, whether it is bleeding, and whether anything touches the tooth when you bite.
If you fell, were hit in the face or feel dizzy, seek medical care first. A head injury matters more than a tooth.
What your dentist may do
What is right for you depends on examination and imaging.
Smooth a small chip
A small chip may only need smoothing or a filling.
Rebuild with a restoration
A larger break may need a filling, inlay or crown, depending on what is left.
Treat the nerve
If the break reaches the pulp, further treatment may be needed.
Extraction
If a tooth cannot be saved, your dentist will discuss options for replacing it.
Costs
Emergency visits, root canal treatment and extractions do not have a published price, so they are quoted after examination. For restorations, our list shows resin fillings at ₩70,000 to ₩250,000, inlays and onlays at ₩200,000 to ₩330,000, and zirconia crowns at ₩450,000 for a back tooth or ₩550,000 for a front tooth.
Price list as published; confirm at consultation. VAT may apply.
Getting to the clinic
We are in Sujin-dong, Sujeong-gu, by Taepyeong Station, Exit 5. Call before travelling so we can tell you what to expect. Opening hours are Mon–Wed 09:30–20:30, Thu 09:30–19:00, Fri 09:30–18:30 and Sat 09:30–13:00, with no lunch break; the clinic is closed on Sundays and open on public holidays.
If you are a visitor, keep your passport and any insurance details with you. We can provide itemized paperwork for overseas claims.
After the emergency visit
Many broken teeth can be treated, but the right approach depends on how much structure remains. Your dentist will explain the plan before starting.
- Follow the advice you are given about eating and cleaning around the tooth.
- Return for the follow-up your dentist recommends, even if it stops hurting.
- Contact us if pain, swelling or a bad taste develops.
- Ask about a protective night guard if grinding may have played a part; pricing is quoted after examination.
Frequently asked questions
Should I keep the broken piece?
Yes. Keep it moist, in milk or a damp cloth, and bring it with you.
How much does an emergency visit cost?
No fixed price is published. It is quoted after examination.
Can I glue the tooth back?
No. Household adhesives are not safe in the mouth.
Who do I call?
Call the clinic at +82-31-757-1525.
What if I hit my head?
Seek medical care first, then see a dentist.
English-speaking dentists in Seongnam
The clinic was founded by two brothers trained at Seoul National University who direct it together. Three further dentists hold Ministry of Health and Welfare specialist certifications. Full credentials →
Dr. Hyun Sung Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Microendodontics Programme, SNU
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Certified Invisalign Provider
- Osstem Implant AIC Programme
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
Dr. Hyeonjoon Park
Clinic Director
- Co-founder and joint clinic director
- DDS, Seoul National University School of Dentistry
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Dept. of General Dentistry, SNU Dental Hospital
- Affiliate Associate Fellow, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
- Certified Invisalign Provider; leads orthodontic treatment
- Course completion, UCLA, USA
- Member, UPenn Endodontics Study Club, USA
- Member, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- Member, Seoul Prime Orthodontic Study Club
Dr. Yu Jin Kim
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry (Ministry of Health and Welfare)
- Johns Hopkins University, USA
- Master’s degree, SNU Graduate School of Dentistry
- Former staff, Osaka University Dental Hospital, Japan
Dr. Min Ji Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Conservative Dentistry
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Internship and residency, Jeonbuk National University Dental Hospital
- Master’s degree in Conservative Dentistry, Jeonbuk National University
Dr. Jin Young Choi
Dentist
- Board-certified specialist, Advanced General Dentistry
- Clinical training, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Canada
- Master’s degree, Kyungpook National University Graduate School of Dentistry
- BA in English Language and Literature, Korea University
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Call us now
Phone +82-31-757-1525 and describe what happened. We will tell you what we can do and guide you in English.