Dental Emergencies

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Dental Emergencies: Immediate Care for Toothaches, Broken Teeth, and More

Emergency Dental Services in El Paso, TX

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At Westside Dentistry, we understand that dental emergencies can happen at any time, and they can be a painful and stressful experience. That’s why we offer emergency dental services in El Paso, TX, to provide immediate care and relief for toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, and other urgent dental problems.

Common Dental Emergencies

A dental emergency can range from a chipped tooth to severe tooth pain or a knocked-out tooth. Some of the most common dental emergencies include:

  • Toothache: A severe toothache can be a sign of an infection or abscess and requires immediate attention.
  • Chipped or Broken Tooth: A chipped or broken tooth can cause pain, discomfort, and difficulty in eating or speaking.
  • Knocked-Out Tooth: If a tooth gets knocked out due to an accident or injury, you need to seek emergency dental care immediately.
  • Loose Tooth: A loose tooth can be a sign of an injury or gum disease and requires immediate attention.
  • Lost Filling or Crown: A lost filling or crown can cause pain and sensitivity and needs to be replaced as soon as possible.
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What to Do in Case of a Dental Emergency?

In case of a dental emergency, it is essential to remain calm and act promptly. Here are some tips to follow in case of a dental emergency:

  • Contact Westside Dentistry: Call our dental practice at as soon as possible. Our team will advise you on what to do next and schedule an emergency dental appointment for you.
  • Control the Bleeding: If there is bleeding, use a clean cloth or gauze to apply pressure to the affected area.
  • Preserve the Tooth: If a tooth gets knocked out, preserve it in a container of milk or saline solution and bring it with you to the emergency appointment.
  • Reduce Swelling: Apply a cold compress to the affected area to reduce swelling and relieve pain.

Contact Westside Dentistry for Emergency Dental Care in El Paso, TX

If you are experiencing a dental emergency, don’t hesitate to contact Westside Dentistry in El Paso, TX. Our experienced dental team is here to provide you with the prompt and efficient care you need to get relief from pain and discomfort. Call us today at to schedule an emergency dental appointment.

Here’s our process for handling dental emergencies:

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Call our office.

When there is an emergency, our team always strives for a same-day appointment. Tell us about your situation, and we’ll do all we can to get you in right away.
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Experience prompt treatment.

Once you’re here, we’ll assess your circumstances with urgency and compassionate care. We’ll work to make you comfortable immediately and determine what additional steps will be needed to resolve the issue.
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Get on the road to recovery.

Breathe a sigh of relief. You’re in good hands with a compassionate team who will see to it that you receive effective treatment and make a great recovery.

Get just what you need and understand all your options.

At Westside Dentistry Stephen J. Kimball, D.M.D., our family dentist and our entire team take care of our patients with compassion and understanding — the same way we want to be treated. That means our highly skilled professionals take time to educate each patient and address any concerns with patience, understanding, and a guarantee we'll never recommend anything that's not actually needed.

Call Westside Dentistry Stephen J. Kimball, D.M.D., today at 915.444.2782 to schedule an appointment!