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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.
- 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.
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