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From Pain to Peace of Mind With Emergency Dental Services
When you’re hurting, you need help now not next week. Our St. Louis dentists offer prompt, compassionate care for toothaches, broken teeth, swelling, and other urgent dental concerns. Our team focuses on alleviating pain quickly, explaining your options clearly, and guiding you through the next steps so you can return to feeling like yourself.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency
If you’re unsure, err on the side of calling us. Common emergencies include:
- Severe or throbbing tooth pain
- Swelling of the gums, face, or jaw
- Broken, cracked, or chipped tooth
- Knocked-out or loose adult tooth
- Lost filling or crown
- Abscess or pimple-like bump on gums
- Injury from accidents or sports
How to Schedule an Emergency Appointment at Pine Lawn Dental
- Walk in at 8:00 AM (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri) – We see patients on a first-come, first-served basis. (No walk-ins on Tuesday.)
- Or call us – We’ll advise you on the next steps and do our best to reserve the earliest available time. *You may need medical clearance from your doctor, see below for more information.
- Bring your ID and insurance/Medicaid card – We’ll verify benefits and provide a clear estimate before treatment.
- Get relief – We’ll address pain first, diagnose the cause, and review treatment options so you can choose what’s right for you.
Medical Clearance Before Your Appointment
Your health and safety are always our top priorities. If you are pregnant or currently under the care of a physician for a medical condition, you may need medical clearance before certain dental treatments can be performed.
Medical clearance helps us ensure your treatment is appropriate for your current health and allows us to coordinate care with your physician when necessary. Depending on your medical history, this may include obtaining approval from your primary care physician, specialist, or OB/GYN before your appointment.
If you are pregnant, have recently been hospitalized, have a complex medical condition, or are unsure whether medical clearance is needed, please contact our office (314) 382-2000 before your visit. Our team will let you know if any additional information is required and help guide you through the process so your appointment can proceed as smoothly as possible.
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