Emergency Dentist in Aurora, CO
Need to speak with an emergency dentist in Aurora right away? Drs. Blake and Hunter Weber and the rest of our team at Dental Solutions of Central Park are available to assist anyone who needs emergency dental care in the Denver metro area. Simply give our office a call, and we will be happy to assess your situation, offer advice, and begin preparing a treatment room, should your situation require immediate attention. Call NowWhat is a dental emergency?
If you or a loved one ever experience overwhelming dental pain, bleeding, or swelling, please give our office a call so our team can advise. It’s not always easy to tell what situations require urgent treatment, but the following examples are common dental emergencies that patients experience:- Unbearable Toothache
- Tooth infection requiring root canal treatment
- Cracked or Broken Tooth
- Knocked-Out Adult Tooth
- Dental Abscess
- Lost Dental Restoration
- Damaged tooth requiring emergency tooth extraction
- Excessive Swelling or Bleeding
What can I do before my emergency appointment?
If dental trauma has caused severe bleeding, we recommend gently pressing a piece of clean cloth or gauze over the area for at least 15 minutes before checking to see if the bleeding has stopped. If a tooth has come out completely, carefully pick it up by the crown, rinse it off, and try to place it back in the socket or put it in a glass of milk. Rinsing your mouth with a warm saltwater rinse can help cleanse the area and numb pain. Ice packs and Ibuprofen help reduce swelling, while Tylenol is better for bleeding, as it’s not a blood thinner.Is emergency dental care expensive?
When it comes to dental care and dental emergencies, one of the best things you can do is to seek treatment immediately before your situation requires more invasive and costly treatments. Some dental insurance plans offer full or partial coverage for emergency dental care, so we recommend checking with your provider to see what they cover. We also accept flexible financing through CareCredit®, which can help you get the care you need right away and divide up the upfront cost of emergency dental care into equal monthly payments. Learn MoreWhen to Visit a Hospital Emergency Room Instead
While a dental office can handle most oral emergencies, certain situations require hospital-level care. Patients experiencing uncontrolled bleeding that does not stop after 15 minutes of pressure, a fractured jaw, or significant facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing should go directly to the nearest hospital emergency room. These situations may involve systemic risks that go beyond what a dental office can safely address.
What Happens During an Emergency Dental Visit
An emergency dental appointment typically begins with a focused examination and diagnostic imaging to identify the source of the problem. The dentist evaluates the affected area, determines the severity, and discusses treatment options with the patient. Depending on the diagnosis, same-day treatment may include pain management, infection control, temporary or permanent restoration, or stabilization of a damaged tooth. Because prompt treatment can often prevent a minor issue from becoming a more complex and costly procedure, seeking care quickly is important.
Emergency Treatments Available
Emergency dental care can address a wide range of urgent issues. Common treatments include pulp therapy or root canal treatment for severe infection, bonding or splinting for cracked or loosened teeth, re-cementation of lost crowns or fillings, abscess drainage, and emergency tooth extraction when a tooth cannot be saved. The specific treatment depends on the nature and severity of the emergency, which is why a thorough examination is always the first step.