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Emergency Dentistry Tempe AZ

Emergency Dental Care InTempe

A dental emergency is never a pleasant thing. But if you do experience a dental emergency, such as a tooth that’s been cracked, damaged or knocked-out, it’s critical to get treatment from an experienced dentist as soon as possible. At Tempe Dental, Dr Salem has years of experience with emergency dentistry. With flexible hours and our caring, gentle approach to dental care, our team can help you get relief from pain and discomfort, and restore your smile.

What Is A Dental Emergency?

Most people tend to think that only dental injuries, such as knocked-out (avulsed) teeth, damaged, or impacted teeth count as dental emergencies. But this is not the case. Other examples of dental emergencies include:

  • Damage to past dental work (fillings, crowns, veneers, etc.)
  • Severe toothaches
  • Serious cases of periodontal disease

If you notice symptoms like loosening teeth, pus between your teeth, or a change in your bite, get help right away by scheduling an emergency appointment.

What Should I Do If I’m Experiencing A Dental Emergency?

Seeing a dentist as soon as possible is the best way to ensure your tooth can be saved, and to get relief from your pain and discomfort. The first thing you should do is call Tempe Dental for an emergency appointment. We will do our best to see you on the same day, even if you need a weekend or an after-hours visit. Next, do your best to recover your missing tooth or dental work. If you lose a tooth, rinse it with warm water and put it back into the socket, or into a small container of milk. You can treat bleeding with clean cotton balls or gauze. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be taken to reduce pain and swelling, but aspirin should NOT be used, as it is a blood thinner and can prevent proper clotting. Ice packs can be applied externally to the injury, to further reduce pain and swelling

Get Emergency Dental Care From Tempe Dental – Come In Today!

During your emergency appointment, Dr. Salem will efficiently discuss your options for repairing your smile to help you choose the right procedure for your needs.Getting treatment right away is critical for preserving your oral health, and saving your tooth.  Contact us now  at 602 832 7670 to let us know you’re coming in, or walk into our office at 2139 E Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282. Yes, Tempe Dental accepts emergency walk-ins and offers weekend visits. and will see you as soon as possible.

Emergency Dentist FAQs

Does Tempe Dental see dental emergencies?

Yes. If you’re experiencing significant dental pain, swelling, a broken tooth, a lost restoration or another urgent dental problem, contact Tempe Dental as soon as possible. Our team will determine the appropriate next step based on your symptoms and appointment availability.

What is considered a dental emergency?

Severe tooth pain, facial or gum swelling, dental trauma, a knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding and certain broken teeth can require urgent dental evaluation. If you are unsure whether your situation is an emergency, call our office so our team can help determine what you should do next.

What should I do if I knock out a permanent tooth?

A knocked-out permanent tooth requires prompt attention. Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root, avoid scrubbing it, and contact a dentist immediately. The sooner the tooth is evaluated, the better the opportunity may be for successful treatment.

Can you fix a broken tooth?

Treatment depends on how much of the tooth is damaged and whether the nerve or root is affected. Depending on the situation, treatment might involve bonding, a filling, crown, root canal treatment or another procedure. An examination and X-ray may be necessary to determine the appropriate treatment.

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