Emergency Dental Treatment in Mesa, AZ

Dental pain rarely happens at a convenient time. Whether you wake up with a severe toothache, break a tooth while eating, lose a crown, or suddenly develop swelling around a tooth or your gums, getting prompt dental care can make a major difference.

At Mountain View Family Dental, we provide emergency dental care in Mesa, AZ, for patients who need help quickly. Our goal is to identify what is causing the problem, relieve your pain, and recommend the appropriate treatment to protect your oral health.

If you are looking for an emergency dentist near you in Mesa, call our office at 480-830-0262. We offer same-day emergency appointments whenever possible.

Do I Have a Dental Emergency?

Some dental emergencies are obvious, while others can be harder to recognize. In general, you should contact a dentist promptly if you are experiencing significant pain, swelling, bleeding, trauma to a tooth, or a dental problem that is rapidly getting worse.

Common dental emergencies we see include:

• Severe or persistent toothaches
• Broken, cracked, or chipped teeth
• Knocked-out teeth
• Loose or damaged teeth
• Lost or broken fillings
• Loose or missing dental crowns
• Dental abscesses
• Swelling of the gums or face
• Infected teeth or gums
• Pain when biting or chewing
• Injuries to the teeth, gums, lips, or mouth
• Wisdom tooth pain
• Sudden sensitivity or dental pain

Even if you aren’t sure whether your situation is an emergency, give us a call. Our team can talk with you about what is happening and help determine how quickly you should be seen.

Same-Day Emergency Dental Care in Mesa

When you’re dealing with a painful dental problem, waiting several days for an appointment may not be an option. Mountain View Family Dental provides same-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible so we can evaluate the problem and get you comfortable again.

During your emergency appointment, we’ll examine the affected area and may take digital X-rays to determine what’s happening below the surface. Once we identify the source of the problem, we’ll explain your treatment options and what we recommend.

Depending on your dental emergency, treatment may include a filling, dental bonding, a crown, root canal treatment, tooth extraction, or another restorative procedure.

Our priority is not simply to make the tooth stop hurting. We want to address the underlying cause and, whenever possible, preserve your natural tooth.

Emergency Toothache Treatment

A toothache is one of the most common reasons patients seek emergency dental care. Tooth pain can have many causes, including decay, a cracked tooth, an infected dental pulp, gum infection, an abscess, or an issue with an existing filling or crown.

Don’t ignore a toothache because the pain temporarily improves. Dental infections and other problems can continue to progress even when symptoms come and go.

If you have a severe toothache in Mesa, contact Mountain View Family Dental so we can determine what’s causing it and recommend appropriate treatment.

Broken or Cracked Tooth

A broken tooth can range from a small chip to a significant fracture extending into the inner portion of the tooth. You may experience immediate pain, sensitivity to heat or cold, discomfort when biting, or a sharp edge that irritates your tongue or cheek.

The sooner we examine a broken or cracked tooth, the better we can determine whether the tooth can be repaired.

Depending on the extent of the damage, treatment could include dental bonding, a filling, a porcelain crown, root canal treatment, or extraction when a tooth cannot be predictably restored.

Knocked-Out Tooth

A knocked-out permanent tooth requires immediate attention. The amount of time the tooth remains outside the mouth can affect whether it can be successfully saved.

If possible, pick up the tooth by the crown rather than the root. If it is dirty, gently rinse it without scrubbing or removing attached tissue. Keep the tooth moist and call our office immediately for instructions and an emergency appointment.

The sooner you can get to a dentist, the better.

Dental Abscess or Infection

A dental abscess is an infection that can develop around a tooth or in the gums. Symptoms can include significant tooth pain, swelling, tenderness, a bad taste in your mouth, a pimple-like bump on the gums, or sensitivity when chewing.

Dental infections should not be ignored. Treating the source of the infection may require root canal treatment, drainage, extraction, or another dental procedure depending on the cause.

Significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, confusion, or other severe systemic symptoms can require immediate medical attention. In those situations, call 911 or seek emergency medical care.

Lost Crown or Filling

Losing a crown or filling can leave the underlying tooth exposed and sensitive. It can also make the tooth more vulnerable to additional damage.

Save the crown if you still have it and call our office. Avoid chewing on that side of your mouth until the tooth has been evaluated.

Depending on the condition of the tooth and restoration, we may be able to repair or replace the restoration and protect the tooth from further damage.

Emergency Dental Care for Anxious Patients

We understand that having an unexpected dental problem can be particularly stressful if you already feel nervous about going to the dentist.

Mountain View Family Dental offers sedation dentistry and comfort options for patients who experience dental anxiety. Depending on your medical history, the treatment you need, and your level of anxiety, we can discuss options to make your emergency dental visit more comfortable.

Our team will explain what we’re seeing, discuss your options, and help you understand what to expect before treatment begins.

Should I Go to the Dentist or the Emergency Room?

Most problems involving a tooth, filling, crown, or localized dental pain are best evaluated by a dentist because a dental office can treat the source of the problem.

However, some situations require hospital emergency care. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if you have uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant facial trauma, loss of consciousness, or rapidly progressing swelling that could interfere with your airway.

If you’re unsure where you should go, call our office and explain your symptoms.

What Should I Do While Waiting for My Emergency Appointment?

What you should do depends on the type of emergency. In general:

• Gently rinse your mouth with warm water.
• Keep the area as clean as possible.
• Avoid chewing on a broken or painful tooth.
• Use a cold compress on the outside of the face if swelling is present.
• Save a broken restoration or knocked-out tooth and bring it with you.
• Avoid placing aspirin directly against your tooth or gums.

Most importantly, don’t put off calling because you’re hoping the problem will resolve on its own.

Your Emergency Dentist in Mesa, AZ

When your tooth hurts, you shouldn’t have to spend the day calling dental offices trying to find someone who can help.

Mountain View Family Dental provides emergency dental care for Mesa and surrounding communities, with same-day appointments whenever possible. Our office also offers early morning appointments and Saturday availability to make getting dental care easier when unexpected problems arise.

Whether you’re dealing with a toothache, broken tooth, lost crown, dental infection, knocked-out tooth, or another urgent dental problem, we’re ready to help you determine what is wrong and what can be done about it.

Need an Emergency Dentist Today?

Don’t wait for dental pain to become worse.

Call Mountain View Family Dental at 480-830-0262 for an emergency dental appointment.

Mountain View Family Dental
459 North Val Vista Drive
Mesa, AZ 85213

Office Hours
Monday–Wednesday: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday–Friday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM
Every Other Saturday: 7:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Same-day emergency appointments are available whenever possible.