Call us right away for an appointment. Severe toothaches are usually caused by tooth infections. With a root canal and crown, it may be possible to save your tooth. But time is of the essence. The sooner you get care, the more likely it is that our team can save your tooth with a root canal.

First, recover the tooth. Grab it by the top (crown) rather than the bottom (root). The bottom of the tooth is full of nerves and is delicate, so you should avoid touching it. If the tooth is dirty, carefully rinse it with lukewarm water.

Then, put it back into the socket, or place it gently in a container of cold milk to keep it moist. Next, call Valor Dental at (214) 254-3763 and tell us about your situation. We will make room in our schedule to treat you immediately. This is because knocked-out teeth must be replaced within 1-2 hours at most in order to ensure they are successfully saved.

This is why we recommend that, after you call, you come to our Justin dental office immediately. Do not try to treat your pain or discomfort on your own. If you are bleeding, you can bite down on a clean paper towel. But don’t waste time. It’s really important to see Dr. Greg Kiene and Dr. Chris Merkley ASAP if you want to save your tooth. Come to our office and will see you as soon as we possibly can.

Yes! At Valor Dental, Dr. Greg Kiene and Dr. Chris Merkley always build time into their daily schedule to accommodate emergency patients in Justin. We understand that dental emergencies can happen at any time, and we’re always here to help you get the treatment you need.

To schedule a same-day consultation, contact us and tell us about your situation. Then, our team will determine if same-day care is necessary. If it is, we will schedule you for the next available appointment.

After you call, come into our office and we’ll take great care of you. Dr. Greg Kiene and Dr. Chris Merkley will assess your oral health, get to the bottom of the issue, and restore your smile. We also offer sedation dentistry, so you can get the emergency care you need without anxiety, discomfort, or pain.

Yes. If you have time to do so before your appointment, you can take over-the-counter pain medication to treat your discomfort and feel more comfortable until you can come and visit Dr. Greg Kiene and Dr. Chris Merkley.

If you have not suffered an oral injury, you can take whichever pain medication you like, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, naproxen, or aspirin. Whatever you have on hand will be just fine to treat your tooth pain or sensitivity.

If your mouth is bleeding, though, we recommend choosing acetaminophen. Aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen can slow down the blood clotting process, and prolong bleeding after your injury. Acetaminophen doesn’t have the same effect, so it’s the best option when your mouth is bleeding.

If you’re in a lot of pain, you may also consider a topical numbing treatment that contains benzocaine, like Orajel. You can apply this directly to the painful area, and it will relieve some of your pain and discomfort.

Icing the cheek near the affected area can also help with pain, swelling, and discomfort. Apply an ice pack for about 10 minutes at a time with short breaks to prevent tissue damage from excessive cold.