Emergency Dental Care in Gilbert, AZ
Dental emergencies can't wait. Call 480-558-7500 and we will let you know how quickly we can see you. We treat toothaches, broken teeth, infections, and more.
Dental emergencies can happen without warning — a sudden toothache during dinner, a cracked tooth on the weekend, a knocked-out tooth on the soccer field. At Dentists 'R Us in Gilbert, AZ, we prioritize emergency patients and work to see you as soon as our schedule allows.
We serve emergency patients from Gilbert, AZ and the surrounding East Valley — whether you are an existing patient or visiting us for the first time. When you call with an emergency, we work to see you promptly, examine the problem, address your pain, and develop a treatment plan with you.
When you call with a dental emergency, we prioritize seeing you as soon as our schedule allows. Do not try to wait it out — early treatment can prevent complications.
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any situation that requires immediate attention to relieve severe pain, stop ongoing bleeding, or save a tooth. Not sure if your situation qualifies? Call us — our team will help you determine the right course of action over the phone.
Common dental emergencies include severe or sudden toothache, a knocked-out or dislodged permanent tooth, a cracked, fractured, or broken tooth, a lost crown or filling, an abscess or infection with facial swelling, uncontrollable bleeding after an extraction, and trauma or injury to the mouth, jaw, or face.
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
The steps you take in the first minutes after a dental emergency may affect whether a tooth can be saved. Here is what to do for the most common situations while you are on your way to our office:
Knocked-Out Tooth
Handle by the crown only. Rinse gently, try to reinsert, or keep in milk. Then call us right away — sooner evaluation may improve the chance of saving a knocked-out tooth.
Severe Toothache
Rinse with warm salt water, floss gently, apply a cold compress, and if you can safely take an over-the-counter pain reliever, follow the product directions. Then call us — we will let you know how quickly we can see you.
Broken or Cracked Tooth
Rinse your mouth, save any pieces, apply a cold compress to reduce swelling, and call us promptly.
Lost Crown or Filling
Save the crown if possible. Apply dental cement or sugar-free gum as a temporary cover. Avoid chewing on that side.
Abscess or Swelling
Rinse with mild salt water. Do not apply heat. An abscess is a serious infection — call us right away so we can evaluate it.
Mouth or Jaw Injury
Apply gentle pressure with gauze for bleeding and use a cold compress on the outside of the face. For severe bleeding that does not stop, difficulty breathing or swallowing, major facial swelling, or a suspected broken jaw, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first.
Our Emergency Care Process
Step 1: Call Us
When you call 480-558-7500 with an emergency, our team will ask about your symptoms, share first-aid guidance when appropriate, and let you know how quickly we can see you.
Step 2: Exam & Diagnosis
When you arrive, Dr. Ali Nia, DMD, or Dr. Ryan Nia, DMD, will examine the affected area, take X-rays if needed, and diagnose the issue. We then explain what happened, what needs to be done, and what your options are.
Step 3: Pain Relief & Treatment
Our first priority is addressing your discomfort. Depending on the emergency, treatment may include medication, a temporary or permanent restoration, extraction, drainage of an abscess, or stabilization of a traumatized tooth. Your treatment may take more than one visit — if so, we will explain why.
Step 4: Follow-Up Plan
After the immediate problem is under control, we create a follow-up plan to restore the affected tooth and reduce the risk of future issues. We schedule any additional appointments needed and provide clear aftercare instructions before you leave.
Dental Emergency? Call Now.
Call as early in the day as you can. Do not wait — getting care promptly can help keep the problem from getting worse.
Experience That Makes a Difference in Emergencies
In a dental emergency, experience matters. Urgent care at our office is provided by Dr. Ali Nia, DMD, and Dr. Ryan Nia, DMD — helpful when an emergency involves a visible tooth.
Our team works to keep you informed at each step so you know what is happening and why, even in urgent situations.
You do not need to be an existing patient to call us about a dental emergency. Call 480-558-7500 and we will let you know how quickly we can see you.
Preventing Dental Emergencies
While not all emergencies can be avoided, these habits may help lower your risk:
- Wear a mouthguard — Guards protect teeth during sports and help reduce damage from grinding
- Do not chew hard objects — Ice, popcorn kernels, pens, and hard candy are common causes of cracked teeth
- Keep up with regular visits — Routine exams catch weak spots, cracks, and decay before they become emergencies
- Address problems early — A small cavity can often be treated with a filling; left untreated, it can progress into a painful infection
Emergency Dental Care at a Glance
- Availability — Call us and we will let you know how quickly we can see you
- Who we see — Existing and new patients with urgent dental needs
- Phone — 480-558-7500
- Doctors — Care from Dr. Ali Nia, DMD, and Dr. Ryan Nia, DMD
- Insurance — Coverage varies by plan; confirm your specific benefits with your insurance provider.
Emergency Dentist Serving Gilbert & the East Valley
When a dental emergency happens, you need a dental team that can assess the problem, explain your options, and provide timely care. Dentists 'R Us provides urgent dental care for patients in Gilbert, AZ and the surrounding East Valley, with Dr. Ali Nia, DMD, and Dr. Ryan Nia, DMD, handling emergency diagnosis and treatment.
If you or a family member is experiencing a dental emergency, do not wait — call 480-558-7500 and we will let you know how quickly we can see you.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have severe bleeding that will not stop, difficulty breathing or swallowing, major facial swelling, or a suspected broken jaw, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first. For tooth-related emergencies — such as a knocked-out tooth, severe toothache, or broken tooth — a dentist performs the dental procedure itself. When in doubt about severity, seek emergency medical care first; otherwise, call us and we will let you know how quickly we can see you.
A dental emergency is any situation involving severe tooth pain, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out or loose permanent tooth, a cracked or broken tooth, a lost crown or filling exposing the tooth, an abscess or facial swelling, or trauma to the mouth or jaw. If you are unsure, call us — we will help you determine if you need immediate care.
Emergency visit fees vary depending on the treatment needed. Confirm your specific benefits with your insurance provider.
A knocked-out permanent tooth can sometimes be saved if you act quickly. Handle it by the crown only, gently rinse off debris (do not scrub), try to place it back in the socket, or keep it in milk or saliva. Then call us right away — prompt evaluation may improve the chance that it can be saved.
Rinse your mouth with warm salt water, gently floss around the tooth to remove any trapped food, take an over-the-counter pain reliever if you can safely do so (follow product directions or guidance from a healthcare professional), and apply a cold compress to your cheek if there is swelling. Then call our office to arrange a visit — a toothache can signal a problem that needs attention.
Absolutely. We welcome emergency patients whether or not they have been to our practice before. When you call in pain, our team focuses on assessing your situation and arranging care as promptly as our schedule allows.
Ready to Get Started?
In pain? Call 480-558-7500 and we will let you know how quickly we can see you, or request an appointment online.