Start With the Diagnosis
Severe pain does not automatically mean a tooth needs to be removed.
Likewise, a tooth with little pain can sometimes have significant damage.
An emergency evaluation helps answer three important questions:
What is causing the problem?
How quickly does it need to be treated?
What treatment options are available?
That information allows you to make a more informed decision.
Common Emergency Dental Problems
We evaluate concerns such as:
- Toothaches
- Broken teeth
- Dental infections
- Gum or facial swelling
- Lost crowns and fillings
- Cracked teeth
- Dental trauma
- Knocked-out permanent teeth
- Pain while chewing
- Sudden sensitivity
Depending on the diagnosis, care may involve restorative treatment, root canal therapy, extraction, repair of a restoration, treatment of infection, or another appropriate procedure.
Emergency Dentistry for Anxious Patients
Pain and uncertainty can make dental anxiety worse.
If you are nervous, tell us.
We can explain what we see, what needs immediate attention, and which decisions may be able to wait.
The first appointment does not have to become a discussion about every dental concern you have ever had.
We can start with the reason you called.
Tooth Pain Doesn’t Always Mean a Root Canal
Patients sometimes assume severe tooth pain automatically means root canal treatment.
There are many potential causes of dental pain.
Decay, cracks, bite problems, gum inflammation, infection, damaged restorations, and other conditions can produce similar symptoms.
The appropriate treatment can only be determined after identifying the source of the pain.
Dental Infections Should Not Be Ignored
A dental infection can cause pain, tenderness, swelling, drainage, or a bad taste in the mouth.
Symptoms can sometimes improve temporarily even while the underlying problem remains.
That is why a tooth should still be evaluated even if severe pain suddenly decreases.
Seek emergency medical care for rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Emergency Dentist Near Guadalupe Road in Gilbert
Dental Design Studio of Gilbert is located at 2323 E Guadalupe Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85234.
Our office serves patients throughout the neighborhoods surrounding Guadalupe Road and the nearby Gilbert community.
When something suddenly hurts or breaks, contact our office and begin with an evaluation rather than trying to guess how serious the problem is.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency Dentistry in Gilbert
Does severe tooth pain mean I need a root canal?
Not necessarily. Several dental conditions can cause significant pain. The tooth needs to be examined before the appropriate treatment can be determined.
Can a dental infection go away on its own?
Symptoms may temporarily improve, but the source of a dental infection generally needs professional treatment. Do not assume the problem is resolved simply because the pain decreases.
What should I do if my gums or face are swelling?
Contact our office promptly. Swelling may indicate infection. Seek emergency medical care if swelling is severe, spreading rapidly, or interfering with breathing or swallowing.
Can a broken tooth be repaired?
Many broken teeth can be restored. Treatment depends on how much of the tooth is damaged and whether the fracture affects the nerve or root.
What should I do if a crown or filling falls out?
Save the restoration if possible, avoid chewing on the tooth, and contact our office. Do not use household glue for a permanent repair.
Do I need to be an existing patient for emergency dental care?
No. New patients with urgent dental concerns can contact Dental Design Studio of Gilbert to discuss their symptoms and appointment availability.
When should I go to the hospital instead of the dentist?
Seek emergency medical care for severe facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling, or another potentially life-threatening condition.
Need an Emergency Dentist in Gilbert?
Dental Design Studio of Gilbert
2323 E Guadalupe Rd #101
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 621-5535
Contact our office if you are experiencing significant dental pain, swelling, a broken tooth, or another urgent concern.
