Emergency Dentist Rapid City

Helping Get You Out of Pain with Fast Emergency Dental Care

Whether you suddenly developed a searing toothache that’s keeping you from being able to focus at work or you accidentally chipped a tooth, Dr. Anderson and our experienced team are here to help you get out of pain and restore your smile. We offer a number of treatments, including root canals and tooth extractions, to make sure your smile remains healthy and as functional as possible. Give us a call if you require urgent emergency dentistry in Rapid City.

Why Choose Anderson Dental for Emergency Dentistry?

  • In-House Root Canal Treatment Available
  • Advanced Diagnostic Imaging with CBCT
  • Same-Day Dental Crowns for Immediate Protection

How We Handle Dental Emergencies

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Our team will start your emergency dental appointment by capturing any necessary X-rays or imaging using our cone beam CT scanner. After Dr. Anderson has reviewed the images and conducted his own examination of your smile, he will develop a treatment plan based on his diagnoses and walk you through it. In some cases, our team may be able to complete the procedure right then and there, while other treatments may need to be scheduled at a date in the near future.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Below, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most common dental emergencies that we see. However, we always recommend giving us a call if you’re experiencing any out-of-the-ordinary symptoms or oral pain.

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Toothaches

Chipped Tooth

Cracked Tooth

Very Sensitive Teeth

Knocked-Out Tooth

Lost Filling or Crown

Broken Denture

Is a Broken Denture a Dental Emergency?

If you find yourself with a broken denture, you should contact our Rapid City dental team right away. That is because you should not attempt to wear a broken denture, nor should you have to go for a long time without wearing any denture at all.

How to Handle a Broken Denture

Do not try to repair the denture on your own; you might end up worsening the damage or exposing yourself to toxic chemicals. Instead, store the denture somewhere secure, and bring it with you to your dental appointment.

How We Treat Broken Dentures

Depending on the extent of the damage, we may be able to repair your denture in-house. Otherwise, we may need to send it to a nearby laboratory. There is even a chance that you will need to completely replace your denture.

Loose Permanent Tooth

Is a Loose Permanent Tooth a Dental Emergency?

A loose permanent tooth is in danger of falling out altogether, so you should seek prompt care, even if you are not in any pain.

How You Should Handle a Loose Permanent Tooth

Avoid doing anything that could cause the tooth to become even looser. For example, you should not wiggle it with your tongue or fingers, nor should you use it to chew any foods.

How We Treat Loose Permanent Teeth

We will try to preserve the tooth if possible. If that is not a realistic option, we may need to extract it. Later, you may be able to replace it with a dental implant or another type of prosthetic.

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Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Is an Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue a Dental Emergency?

Soft tissue injuries in and around the mouth can seem scary, especially when they bleed a lot. Our team may be able to help you in such a situation.

How You Should Handle an Injury to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

Rinse the area with water, and then apply pressure with gauze or a clean washcloth until the bleeding subsides. A cold compress can help to reduce swelling. If the bleeding is severe or lasts for more than 10 minutes, visit the local ER.

How We Treat Injuries to the Gums, Lips, or Tongue

We may clean the wound and, if necessary, provide sutures to stitch it closed. If you were injured while playing sports, we may advise you to invest in a custom mouthguard.

Jaw Pain

Is Jaw Pain a Dental Emergency?

Jaw pain can have many causes, some of which constitute an emergency. If the pain is severe or persistent, you should seek professional care in a timely manner.

How You Should Handle Jaw Pain

If you believe your jaw is broken or dislocated, visit the local ER. Otherwise, give us a call. We may advise you to take pain medications, eat a soft diet, or take other measures to reduce your pain until you can visit us for an assessment.

How We Treat Jaw Pain

The best treatment for jaw pain depends on its cause. For example, you might need a custom mouthguard to prevent nighttime teeth grinding. Or, you might need wisdom tooth extractions, treatment for TMJ disorder, or another type of therapy.

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Something Stuck Between the Teeth

Having debris stuck between your teeth can be annoying! As eager as you are to dislodge the offending item, though, you should not resort to using sharp objects, such as a knife, to knock it out of place. You might accidentally injure your gums. Instead, swish vigorously with water. You can also tie a knot in some floss, insert the floss between your teeth, and move it backward and forward, trying to use the knot to get rid of the offending debris. If your efforts to remove the object are unsuccessful, call our team to request assistance.