Emergency Dentistry
If you're facing a dental emergency in Las Vegas, NV, our expert team is here to provide immediate relief and expert care. Contact us right away to address severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, and other urgent dental issues swiftly and effectively.
Emergency Dentistry in Las Vegas, NV
Emergency dentistry is a specialized area of dental care that deals with the immediate treatment of dental problems that require urgent attention. Dental emergencies can happen suddenly and unexpectedly. They can be caused by a range of factors, such as accidents, injuries, infections, and severe pain.
The primary goal of emergency dentistry is to relieve pain, stop bleeding, and prevent further damage or complications to the teeth and gums. We are trained to quickly and accurately diagnose the problem and provide effective treatment to alleviate the patient’s symptoms.
Emergency dentistry often entails:
- Treatment of severe toothaches
- Reimplentation of knocked-out teeth
- Chipped tooth repair
- Cracked tooth repair
- Cleaning and treatment of abscesses
- Bleeding gums
- Jaw injuries
Dental issues and accidents can happen at any time. Sometimes, they require immediate treatment, and when that is the case, we are here to assist. If you are searching for emergency dentistry in Las Vegas, NV, and the surrounding communities, we are your solution.
It’s important to seek emergency dental care as soon as possible if you experience a dental emergency. Delaying treatment can lead to further damage, more severe pain, and even permanent tooth loss. If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, contact our office immediately to receive prompt and effective care.
Dental Emergency in Southwest Las Vegas? Call First
Call (725) 307-5569 before you come in. We hold time in the schedule for same-day emergency appointments, and a call helps us find you a slot. The office is at 6740 S Fort Apache Rd, Ste 100, in Spring Valley near Rhodes Ranch, just down the street from Costco.
Emergency Dental Questions
Is Desert Hills Dental open 24/7?
No. We're not a 24-hour office. If you're searching for a 24/7 dentist near you at night, follow the steps below to protect the tooth, then call us as soon as the office opens and ask for a same-day emergency appointment. The American Dental Association says that if an accident happens when your dental office is closed, you should go to your local emergency room.
Is it an emergency, or can it wait?
| What's happening | What to do |
|---|---|
| Adult tooth knocked out or broken | Call us right away and bring the tooth |
| Severe toothache, or one that has lasted more than a day or two | Call for a same-day visit |
| Toothache with fever, earache or pain when you open wide | Call for a same-day visit |
| A pimple-like bump on the gum over a sore tooth | Call for a same-day visit |
| Swelling in the upper or lower jaw | Get care today. If no dental office can see you, go to an emergency room |
| You can't close your teeth together after an injury | Your jaw may be broken. Get help right away at a dentist's office or hospital |
| A small chip that doesn't hurt | Book a regular visit so sharp edges don't cut your lip or tongue |
The table follows MedlinePlus guidance on toothaches, tooth abscesses and broken or knocked-out teeth (all reviewed February 2026). MedlinePlus calls a swollen jaw a very serious symptom. The emergency room route for after-hours accidents comes from the ADA.
What should I do if a tooth is chipped or knocked out?
For a knocked-out adult tooth, speed matters. MedlinePlus says the longer you wait, the less chance there is to fix it.
- Pick the tooth up by the chewing edge, never the root.
- Don't scrub or wipe the root, and don't clean it with alcohol or peroxide.
- If you can, set it back in the socket level with your other teeth and bite gently on gauze or a wet tea bag.
- If it won't go back in, keep it wet: in a little milk or saliva, or between your lower lip and gum. Never let it dry out.
- Press gauze on the area to slow bleeding, hold a cold compress on the outside of your mouth, and call us.
Baby teeth are different. MedlinePlus notes that baby teeth are not replanted. The ADA says to find the tooth, keep it moist and get to a dentist.
For a chipped or cracked tooth, the ADA says to rinse with warm water and hold a cold compress on your face to keep swelling down. Bring any pieces you find. Depending on the damage, a broken tooth may be repaired with a filling or a crown. A knocked-out tooth that has been put back in will most likely need a root canal later.
What can I do about a toothache at night?
- Rinse your mouth with warm water.
- Floss gently around the tooth to clear out any trapped food.
- Take an over-the-counter pain reliever as the label directs.
- Don't put aspirin on the tooth or gum. It irritates the tissue and can cause mouth ulcers.
Those steps come from the ADA and MedlinePlus. They buy you time and don't fix the cause. Pain that eases on its own can still mean an infection that keeps spreading, so call us as soon as the office opens either way. If you develop a fever or your jaw starts to swell, get medical care right away. A hospital emergency room is open when we're not.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Las Vegas?
There's no single price, because nobody can give you a real number before seeing the tooth. The visit usually starts with an exam, and often X-rays. After that, the cost depends on what the tooth needs, which could be a filling, a crown, a root canal or an extraction. Ask us for the cost of the treatment before it starts.
- With insurance: we work with most PPO plans and file and track the claim for you. Out-of-network benefits usually apply too.
- Without insurance: our Complete Care Program is affordable in-house dental coverage.
- To spread the cost: third-party financing through CareCredit and Proceed Finance. See payment options.
Hurting right now? Call (725) 307-5569 and ask for a same-day emergency appointment. For more on what to do outside office hours, read our guide to after-hours dental options in Las Vegas.
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What is a dental emergency?
There are several types of dental emergencies. Dental emergencies can consist of a sudden and severe toothache, an accident that chips or cracks a tooth, a damaged or loose restoration or a lost or damaged tooth. About 22 percent of people have experienced dental or oral pain in the last six months. To know if your situation is an emergency, ask yourself the following questions:
- Are you in severe pain or experiencing severe swelling?
- Do you have a painful toothache that will not subside?
- Do you have a loose or knocked-out tooth?
- Do you have swelling in your cheeks or face in combination with a toothache?
- Are you experiencing extreme tooth sensitivity?
- Are you bleeding from the mouth that will not stop?
- Is your jaw injured?
In general, any dental problem that needs immediate treatment to stop bleeding, alleviate severe pain, or save a tooth is considered an emergency. This consideration also applies to severe infections that can be life-threatening and constitute contacting your dental office.
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What is not a dental emergency?
If the problem can be taken care of yourself for a few days without seeing your dentists, it likely isn’t a dental emergency. For example, a chipped or cracked tooth is only an emergency if the fracture is painful or has left you with trauma inside your mouth, or, if you have lost a tooth or filling, you can wait a few days to see your dentist.
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What’s the best way to handle a dental emergency?
The best thing to do in a dental emergency is to contact your dentist, unless it is extremely severe, then you should go to the emergency room.
Depending on the dental emergency you are experiencing, there may be some things you can do to help ease your pain and help the situation. Some efforts include:
- Dissolve a teaspoon of salt into a mug of warm water and use it as a mouthwash
- If your tooth is knocked out, place it in a glass of milk until you can see your dentist
- Try flossing to eliminate any gum pressure
- Use a cold compress on the swelling or painful area
- Rinse with diluted Hydrogen Peroxide to kill bacteria
- Take over-the-counter pain medication to alleviate pain
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Do emergency dental appointments cost more?
Emergency dental appointments may cost more than regular appointments, depending on the specific circumstances and the policies of the dental office.
It’s important to note that dental insurance policies vary, and not all plans cover emergency dental care or may have limitations on coverage. It’s always a good idea to check with your dental insurance provider to understand what types of services are covered and what your out-of-pocket costs may be.
Overall, emergency dental appointments may cost more than regular appointments, but the cost can vary depending on the specific situation and the policies of the dental office.
More Questions?
If you have more questions about urgent dental care, please contact our office and we will be happy to discuss further.
