When dental emergencies strike, having a trusted emergency dentist in Batavia can make all the difference between prolonged suffering and prompt relief. At our practice, we combine advanced emergency treatments with genuine compassion for patients in distress. We understand that dental emergencies often come with intense anxiety, which is why we take extra care to explain your treatment options clearly and ensure your comfort throughout the process. Our patients frequently express gratitude not just for resolving their immediate dental crisis, but for the way we made them feel supported during a stressful experience. If you’re experiencing dental pain or trauma, don’t wait and hope it improves—dental problems rarely resolve on their own and often worsen with time. Contact our office immediately for the urgent care your smile deserves.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Emergency Dental Services

What qualifies as a dental emergency?

Dental emergencies typically include situations causing severe pain, significant damage to teeth or gums, or conditions that require immediate attention to prevent worsening. These include severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken or cracked teeth, lost fillings or crowns, dental abscesses, bleeding gums that won’t stop, facial swelling, or trauma to the mouth. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms or are in significant pain, we consider it an emergency and will work to see you as soon as possible, typically the same day.

How quickly can I be seen for a dental emergency?

We prioritize dental emergencies and offer same-day appointments for patients in pain or with urgent dental issues. When you call with an emergency, our team will ask specific questions about your symptoms to determine the severity and provide appropriate guidance. In most cases, we can see emergency patients within hours of their call. Our practice reserves time in our daily schedule specifically for emergency situations, ensuring we can provide prompt care when you need it most.

What should I do if I knock out a tooth?

If you knock out a tooth, time is critical. First, retrieve the tooth by handling it only by the crown (the visible part), not the root. Gently rinse it with water if it’s dirty, but don’t scrub or remove any attached tissue. If possible, try to reinsert the tooth into its socket. If that’s not possible, place the tooth in milk, salt water, or between your cheek and gum to keep it moist. Then call our office immediately—ideally, we should see you within 30-60 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth.

Can you treat severe dental pain immediately?

Yes, we consider severe dental pain an emergency and will work to see you the same day. Our approach to pain management includes both immediate relief measures and addressing the underlying cause. We utilize the latest techniques including gentle anesthesia delivery, advanced medications, and sometimes laser therapy to quickly alleviate your discomfort. Once your pain is under control, we’ll diagnose the source of the problem and provide definitive treatment to prevent the pain from returning.

How do you handle dental infections or abscesses?

Dental infections and abscesses require immediate attention as they can quickly worsen and potentially spread to other areas of your body. When you arrive with a suspected infection, we’ll first work to relieve your pain, then take appropriate imagery to assess the extent of the infection. Treatment typically includes draining the abscess if necessary, prescribing antibiotics, and addressing the underlying cause—often through procedures like root canal therapy or, in severe cases, extraction. Our priority is controlling the infection while preserving your natural teeth whenever possible.

What if I have a dental emergency after hours or on weekends?

We understand that dental emergencies don’t follow business hours. If you experience an urgent dental problem outside our regular hours, call our office number and follow the prompts for emergency care. Our after-hours system will connect you with the appropriate resources for immediate guidance. For emergency situations that require in-person treatment, we have coordination protocols in place to ensure you receive the care you need. We also provide detailed instructions for managing your emergency until you can be seen in our office.