Emergency Dentistry Denver

When You’re in Pain, Count on Us

Are you experiencing dental pain, just chipped a tooth, or knocked out a tooth? In these situations, it can be difficult to know what to do next. The good news is that our team at Integrity Family Dental is here to assist you the same day you call. Never hesitate to reach out to our emergency dentist in Denver for timely, pain-relieving care.

Why Choose Integrity Family Dental for Emergency Dentistry?

  • Same-Day Emergency Appointments
  • We Accept & Maximize Dental Insurance
  • Family-Friendly Office That Sees All Ages

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

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  1. Call Us: If you’re experiencing dental pain or discomfort, give us a call immediately. We will always try to see you the same day or will schedule for as soon as possible.
  2. Emergency Exam: When you arrive, you’ll receive a thorough examination from Dr. Alani, as well as any necessary X-rays. Based on her findings, she will create and walk you through a personalized treatment plan to address any damage and get your oral health back on the right track.
  3. Receive Treatment: In some cases, we may be able to complete your treatment the same day. In situations where more complex interventions are required, our team will relieve your immediate pain and schedule a follow-up for a date in the near future.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

If you’re unsure of whether or not your situation requires emergency dental attention, we invite you to browse some of the most common issues we address below.

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Toothaches

Is My Toothache a Dental Emergency? A toothache certainly warrants a call to our office. However, the urgency of the situation will depend on your symptoms. For instance, if you feel a sharp, stabbing pain when you bite down, then we will likely recommend scheduling an emergency appointment with Dr. Saffa Alani.

How You Should Handle a Toothache: Rinsing with warm saltwater periodically, placing a cold compress against the outside of your cheek, and taking OTC pain medication as directed can help alleviate the discomfort you’re experiencing. You should also avoid doing anything that could exacerbate your symptoms, like eating spicy foods.

How We Treat Toothaches: First, we need to complete a comprehensive oral exam to determine what’s causing your toothache in Denver. From there, we can discuss the different restorative treatments that we offer, share our recommendations, and answer any questions you have so you can confidently decide which one is ideal for you.

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Chipped Teeth  

Is a Chipped Tooth a Dental Emergency? Sometimes, yes! For instance, if you’re experiencing abnormal symptoms, like dental sensitivity, then you shouldn’t hesitate to schedule an emergency appointment at our Denver dental office.

How You Should Handle a Chipped Tooth: Over the phone, we’ll schedule an appointment and walk you through what to do in the meantime, starting with placing dental wax or sugar-free gum over the sharp edge of your tooth. There are also a few things you should NOT do, like eat hard pretzels, raw almonds, or anything else crunchy.

How We Treat Chipped Teeth: There are a few ways that we can restore the missing structure of your tooth, including with a metal-free restoration or a custom veneer. Ultimately, the treatment that’s best for you will depend on the size of the chip and the type of tooth, which is why we need to complete a comprehensive oral exam once you arrive at our office.

Cracked Tooth  

Is a Cracked Tooth a Dental Emergency? Yes, a cracked tooth does warrant an emergency appointment. So, even if the damage seems relatively minor, don’t wait – schedule an appointment with our team at Integrity Family Dental right away.

How You Should Handle a Cracked Tooth: Until your appointment with us, you can take OTC pain medication as directed to alleviate the discomfort you’re experiencing. If you get hungry, make sure to stick to extremely soft foods, like plain yogurt, and avoid chewing on that side of your mouth.

How We Treat Cracked Teeth: That depends on the severity of the damage! For instance, if the crack is severe enough that your tooth cannot be saved, then we will need to perform an extraction. Then, we can fill the newly open space in your smile with a custom dental bridge or implant.

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Very Sensitive Teeth

Knocked-Out Tooth

Lost Filling or Crown

Broken Denture

Loose Permanent Tooth

Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Jaw Pain

Something Stuck Between the Teeth