How can we help you?
We know that understanding what to expect can make a real difference in how you feel when you walk through our door. That's why we've put together answers to the questions we hear most often.
Don't see what you're looking for? Our team is always genuinely happy to answer our patients' questions.
Same-Day Emergency Care
We reserve time in our schedule each day specifically for dental emergencies, and those appointments are filled as the day goes on. If you are experiencing severe tooth pain, swelling, or a dental injury, call our office as early as possible, and we will make every effort to see you the same day.
Our goal is to provide prompt relief while still taking the necessary time to make an accurate diagnosis. Emergency care should not mean rushed care. We believe the right treatment begins with understanding the true source of the problem
Not necessarily. Tooth pain can have many causes, and every emergency visit begins with a careful evaluation. While many dental emergencies are caused by inflammation or infection inside the tooth and may require root canal treatment, some pain may come from other sources such as the jaw joint, chewing muscles, nerves, or sinuses.
Our doctors take time to test the tooth and confirm the diagnosis before recommending treatment. If you need a root canal, we will explain why and discuss your options. If we are not confident the tooth is the source of the pain, we may recommend monitoring or further evaluation before proceeding.
No. While symptoms from a tooth infection may temporarily improve, the underlying problem usually remains. In many cases, the source of infection is inside the tooth, where the blood supply no longer reaches the damaged or dead pulp tissue.
Prompt evaluation allows us to determine the appropriate treatment and helps prevent the infection from progressing. Depending on the situation, treatment may involve root canal therapy or another procedure intended to eliminate the source of infection and preserve your natural tooth.
Most tooth infections and dental emergencies are best evaluated by a dentist or endodontist because the source of the problem is often within the tooth itself.
However, you should seek immediate medical attention at an emergency room if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or symptoms affecting your overall health.
For most dental emergencies, an endodontist can diagnose the source of the problem and provide treatment focused on saving the tooth whenever possible.
Yes. A tooth that stops hurting does not always mean the problem has been resolved. Sometimes pain decreases because the nerve inside the tooth has become damaged or died. Although symptoms may improve, infection can continue to develop without obvious warning signs.
A thorough evaluation can determine whether the tooth is healthy, needs monitoring, or requires treatment. Addressing problems early often provides the greatest opportunity to preserve the natural tooth.