DENTAL EMERGENCIES

When a dental emergency strikes, the last thing you want to do is wait days for an appointment or drive out of town for relief. At Stone Ridge Dental, we prioritize emergency dental care for our Shelley community, providing fast, effective treatment when you need it most.

Whether you’re dealing with a sudden toothache, a broken crown, or painful swelling, our team is equipped with advanced technology to diagnose the issue and get you out of pain immediately.

Our Emergency Services Include:

Rapid Pain & Swelling Relief: We utilize digital X-rays to pinpoint the source of infection and provide immediate intervention.
Emergency Root Canal Therapy: Using our advanced laser irrigation protocols, we can often save an infected tooth and eliminate pain in a single visit.
Gentle Extractions: If a tooth cannot be saved, we provide comfortable, precise extractions to prevent the spread of infection.
Crown & Bridge Repair: Did a crown pop off or break? We can often recement your existing restoration or use our Same-Day Crown technology to create a brand-new, permanent replacement on the spot.
Trauma Care: From chipped teeth to sports injuries, we are here to restore the function and appearance of your smile quickly.

Peace of Mind When You Need It

We understand that dental emergencies are stressful. That’s why we offer a "comfort-first" approach, combining local Shelley hospitality with high-tech solutions like Photobiomodulation (PBM) to reduce post-treatment swelling and speed up your healing.

Experiencing a Dental Emergency? Call or text our office at 208-357-7900. We set aside time in our daily schedule specifically for emergency cases to ensure you aren't left waiting in pain.

Emergency Dental Guide: What to Do While You’re on Your Way

Dental emergencies are stressful, but taking the right steps in the first 30 minutes can often mean the difference between saving or losing a tooth. If you are in pain, call our Shelley office immediately at 208-357-7900. Here is how to handle common situations until you arrive:

1. Severe Toothache or Swelling

Action: Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to clear debris. Use dental floss to gently ensure no food is trapped between teeth.
What to Avoid: Never place an aspirin directly against the gums near the aching tooth, as this can burn the tissue.
The Shelley Fix: We will likely use our diagnostic lasers to see if the issue is a deep cavity or an infection requiring laser-assisted root canal therapy.

2. Knocked-Out Tooth

Action: Pick up the tooth by the crown (the top), never the root. Rinse it gently with water if it's dirty, but do not scrub it. If possible, try to place it back in the socket. If not, keep it in a small container of milk.
Time is Critical: Try to get to our office within 30 to 60 minutes.

3. Broken or Lost Crown

Action: If the crown is still intact, try to slip it back over the tooth using a little bit of over-the-counter dental adhesive or even toothpaste (never superglue!).
The Shelley Fix: If the crown is damaged or lost, don't worry—we can often use our Same-Day Crown technology to mill you a brand-new permanent one in about 90 minutes.

4. Cracked or Chipped Tooth

Action: Rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to keep swelling down. Save any pieces of the tooth you can find.
The Shelley Fix: We can use cosmetic bonding or a same-day veneer to restore the tooth’s appearance and strength quickly.

5. Abscess or Gum Swelling

Action: This is a sign of a serious infection. Rinse with salt water and avoid hot/cold foods.
The Shelley Fix: We prioritize these cases to prevent the infection from spreading. Our laser irrigation is specifically designed to kill bacteria in these hard-to-reach areas.

Emergency Tip for Shelley Residents:

If your emergency happens during a local event or on the weekend, please call our main line. We monitor our messages and do our best to get our local patients in for relief as quickly as possible.