Dental emergencies never happen at a convenient time. A cracked tooth at dinner, a throbbing toothache late at night, or a knocked-out tooth during a weekend game can leave you searching for an emergency dentist in Indianapolis open now. At Olive Branch Dentists on Lafayette Road, we offer same-day emergency dental care for families across Indianapolis and the surrounding counties.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
Not every dental problem needs immediate care, but these do:
- Severe or throbbing toothache that won’t go away
- A cracked, chipped or broken tooth
- A knocked-out or loose adult tooth
- Swelling in the face, jaw or gums, which can signal an infection or abscess
- A lost filling or crown exposing a sensitive tooth
- Bleeding from the mouth that won’t stop
If you have facial swelling with fever, or trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room first.
First Aid Until You Reach Our Office
Knocked-out tooth: Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse gently, try to place it back in the socket, or keep it in milk. Seeing a dentist within an hour gives the best chance of saving it.
Toothache: Rinse with warm salt water and floss gently to remove trapped food. A cold compress on the cheek can ease swelling. Never put aspirin directly on the gums.
Broken tooth: Save any pieces, rinse your mouth, and use a cold compress. Avoid chewing on that side.
Same-Day Emergency Dental Care on the Northwest Side
Our clinic at 5470 Lafayette Rd is easy to reach from Speedway, Pike Township, Eagle Creek and Lafayette Square. Patients also come from Hendricks County (Brownsburg, Avon, Plainfield), Boone County (Zionsville), Hamilton County (Carmel) and across Marion County. We set aside time each day for urgent visits, so you can be seen quickly instead of waiting days for relief.
During your emergency visit, we will:
- Find the cause of your pain with a focused exam and digital X-rays
- Relieve pain and control infection right away
- Repair the tooth with bonding, a filling, a crown or a root canal when needed
- Explain your options and costs before any treatment begins, whether or not you have dental insurance
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If tooth pain strikes after hours, follow the first-aid steps above and call us as early as you can. Calling first thing gives you the best chance at a same-day appointment.
Don’t Wait: Small Problems Get Bigger
A cracked tooth or a mild ache can turn into an infection or tooth loss if ignored. Early care is usually simpler, faster and less expensive.
Emergency Dentist FAQs
Can I get a same-day emergency dental appointment? Yes. Call us as early as possible and we will do our best to see you the same day.
Should I go to the ER or an emergency dentist? For tooth pain, broken teeth or lost fillings, a dentist can treat the cause. Go to the ER for trouble breathing, uncontrolled bleeding or swelling that spreads to your eye or neck.
Need an emergency dentist in Indianapolis today? Call Olive Branch Dentists at (317) 643-7777 or visit us at 5470 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis. We’re here to get you out of pain and smiling again.
