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Emergency Tooth Evaluation & Next Steps

When you come in with dental pain, our first priority is to quickly identify the cause and guide you to the right treatment.
We will evaluate your tooth to determine:

  • Whether it can be saved

  • Or if extraction is the best option

If the Tooth Can Be Saved

If your tooth is restorable and may benefit from treatments such as root canal therapy, we will refer you to your general dentist or a trusted general dentist or specialist for appropriate care.

Our goal is always to help you keep your natural tooth whenever possible.

If Extraction Is Needed

If the tooth is not restorable or extraction is the best option:

We can often proceed with treatment the same day to relieve your pain.

Insurance & Referral Information
In many cases, dental insurance may require a referral from a general dentist for extraction coverage. Our team will help guide you through this process and coordinate care when needed.

Our Approach
We focus on:

  • Accurate diagnosis

  • The right treatment pathway

  • Fast relief from pain

You will always leave with a clear next step. 

Emergency Oral Surgery for Infections & Swelling
Dental infections can spread quickly and should not be ignored.
We provide emergency care for:

  • Tooth abscess (dental infection)

  • Facial swelling

  • Severe dental pain

These conditions may require urgent surgical treatment to prevent complications.
 
⚠️ Signs You Need Immediate Care

  • Swelling in the face or jaw

  • Difficulty or not being able to opening your mouth

  • Fever or worsening pain

  • Pus or signs of infection

If you are experiencing these symptoms, seek care as soon as possible.
 
Fast, Same-Day Emergency Care
Our goal is to:

Control infection

Relieve pain

Provide the right treatment without delay

Many emergency patients are treated the same day.

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