Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and when they do, you need fast, reliable care. At Hefner Dental in Oklahoma City, Dr. Mark Phan and our team provide emergency dental services to relieve pain, treat injuries, and restore your smile as quickly as possible.
If you’re experiencing a toothache, broken tooth, lost filling, or any urgent dental issue, we’re here to help. Call us now for immediate emergency dental care in OKC!
What Is Emergency Dentistry?
Emergency dentistry focuses on urgent dental issues that require immediate treatment to relieve pain, prevent infections, and save teeth. Common dental emergencies include:
- Severe toothaches or dental infections
- Broken, cracked, or chipped teeth
- Knocked-out (avulsed) teeth
- Lost fillings, crowns, or bridges
- Abscesses and gum infections
- Injuries to the gums, lips, or jaw
If you’re in pain or experiencing dental trauma, don’t wait—call Hefner Dental for same-day emergency care.
Our Emergency Dental Services In Oklahoma City
Immediate Pain Relief & Toothache Treatment
- Diagnose the cause of severe tooth pain.
- Provide antibiotics for infections if necessary.
- Emergency root canal treatment to save infected teeth.
Repairing Broken, Chipped, Or Knocked-Out Teeth
- Reattach knocked-out teeth if treated quickly.
- Repair cracked or fractured teeth with dental bonding or crowns.
- Provide temporary solutions if immediate full treatment isn’t possible.
Emergency Tooth Extractions
- Remove severely damaged or infected teeth if necessary.
- Provide gentle, painless extractions with sedation options.
- Discuss tooth replacement options, such as implants or bridges.
Lost Fillings, Crowns, & Dental Restorations
- Replace missing fillings to prevent further damage.
- Secure loose or lost crowns to protect exposed teeth.
- Offer same-day temporary restorations when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Should I Do If I Have A Severe Toothache?
A severe toothache can indicate infection, decay, or an abscess, requiring immediate dental care.
- Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater to reduce bacteria.
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen to manage discomfort.
- Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
- Avoid chewing on the affected side until you see a dentist.
- Call our office immediately for an emergency evaluation.
Delaying treatment can make the issue worse, so contact us as soon as possible!
Can A Knocked-Out Tooth Be Saved?
Yes! A knocked-out tooth can be reattached, but you must act quickly.
- Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root).
- Gently rinse it with water—do not scrub or remove any tissue.
- Place it back in the socket if possible.
- If not, store it in milk or a saline solution.
- Get to a dentist within 30-60 minutes for the best chance of saving it.
Time is critical! If you’ve lost a tooth due to injury, call our office immediately for emergency treatment.
Early treatment can save your teeth! Don’t ignore gum disease—let us help restore your gum health today.
Do Not Wait When It Matters Most
A dental emergency is not the time to wonder whether your situation is serious enough to call about. At Hefner Dental, our answer is always the same: if something feels wrong, call us. Dr. Phan and our team make every effort to see emergency patients the same day they contact our office, and we approach every urgent visit with the same calm, efficient, and compassionate care that defines everything we do. Sedation options are available for patients who arrive in pain or distress, and our team will have you comfortable as quickly as possible. When a dental emergency strikes in Oklahoma City, OK, Hefner Dental is the team you want on your side. Call now! We are here when you need us most.