Immediate Dental Care When You Need It Most
If you are experiencing dental pain, please call Olympia Hills Family Dental immediately! Our experienced emergency dental team is ready to help relieve your discomfort and address your dental emergency with prompt, compassionate care.
When you experience tooth loss, severe toothache, or any dental emergency, it’s critical to contact our dental office at your earliest convenience. Dr. Hafen and his emergency dental team will thoroughly assess your situation, provide an accurate diagnosis, and deliver effective treatment for your specific emergency.
Common Dental Emergencies We Treat
Our Live Oak emergency dental practice is equipped to handle a wide range of urgent dental situations, including:
- Injuries from physical trauma to the mouth or teeth
- Dental abscess or infection causing pain and swelling
- Severe, persistent toothaches that disrupt daily activities
- Broken, fractured, or chipped teeth requiring immediate repair
- Intense pain from untreated cavities or exposed nerves
- Lost or broken dental work such as crowns, fillings, or bridges
Comprehensive Emergency Dental Treatments
We address dental emergencies with advanced techniques and quality treatments including:
- Root canal treatment to eliminate infection and preserve natural teeth
- Restoration repairs or replacements for damaged dental work
- Effective pain management and infection relief protocols
- Emergency dental fillings to restore damaged or decayed teeth
- Temporary crown placement to protect compromised teeth
- Emergency tooth extraction when necessary to resolve severe issues
- And many additional emergency dental solutions based on your needs
When you call with an emergency, our team will provide immediate guidance and schedule a prompt appointment. For patients requiring extensive treatment, we offer several comfort options. If you’re healthy and have a driver, we may be able to provide IV conscious sedation or oral sedation. We also offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) as another option to help ease anxiety during emergency dental procedures.
Expert Guidance for Common Dental Emergencies
Emergency Toothache Treatment
If you’re suffering from a severe toothache, call our emergency dental office immediately to schedule an appointment. Intense tooth pain often indicates decay has reached the nerve area of your tooth. In these cases, emergency root canal treatment should be completed as soon as possible. Depending on infection severity, some patients may require antibiotics or drainage of the affected tooth to provide relief.
Dental Swelling Emergency Care
Facial or oral swelling is usually caused by infection and requires immediate dental attention. Apply a cold compress to help reduce swelling and call our emergency dental team right away. If you experience difficulty breathing due to severe swelling, call 911 immediately, as this may indicate a life-threatening situation.
Emergency Care for Chipped or Fractured Teeth
If you’ve damaged a tooth but aren’t experiencing pain or sensitivity, the fracture may not extend to the nerve or involve infection. Nevertheless, you should call our dental office promptly to schedule an emergency appointment to repair the fractured area. Be sure to inform our team whether you’re experiencing pain, as this affects treatment urgency.
Knocked-Out Tooth Emergency
If a permanent tooth is knocked out completely, proper handling is critical for successful reimplantation. Always handle the tooth by the crown (top portion) rather than the root. If dirty, gently clean it by licking it clean—saliva contains neutral properties and beneficial bacteria to maintain tooth vitality. Alternatively, place it in milk or inside your cheek. Call our emergency dental office immediately, as time is crucial for successful reimplantation of the tooth into its socket.
Don’t Wait to Get Emergency Dental Treatment!
If you experience any urgent dental problems, don’t delay in seeking professional care. Contact Olympia Hills Family Dental immediately by calling 210-942-8996 or fill out our contact form on our website for a prompt response. Our emergency dental team is standing by to provide the urgent care you need. Remember, quick action during a dental emergency can often mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth, and between minor treatment and more extensive procedures. Your dental health is our priority—reach out now!
