Emergency Dentist 24/7 Portland, OR

Emergency Dental Services in Portland, OR

While there are physicians who can assist you with your health emergency in the emergency room, they are not trained to specifically address dental emergencies. At best, you may receive triage and some temporary pain relief, but ER doctors don't have the knowledge to provide you with a permanent treatment solution for dental problems. You will need to be examined in a dentist's office to receive the expert care you require.

If you live in Portland, OR, or the surrounding area, you can trust Dr. Owen Lund and the staff at Columbia River Dentistry.

We have the dental knowledge and care expertise to treat your emergency issue and provide a permanent solution for pain relief. Let our team assist you in your time of need so that you don't have to stress about how to get your dental issue fixed. Dr. Lund and the Columbia River staff are the capable specialists you can trust in any dental emergency situation.

All Patients Are Accepted at Columbia River Dentistry

No one ever wants to dial the dentist for an emergency appointment, but sometimes there is an urgent reason why that call must be made. Your health and safety are important, so if you need to be seen for a pressing dental issue, it is better to make your call sooner than later. The team at Columbia River Dentistry is available to answer urgent calls any time of day.

New patients can look forward to receiving the same gentle, and compassionate care as our regular patients. All of our patients are special, and we strive to create personalized treatment and comfortable experiences for you from the moment you enter our doors. Dr. Lund takes patient care very seriously, so you can always count on the staff here to treat your issues as a top priority.

Columbia River Dentistry Treats Dental Emergencies

It is best to call for emergency treatment as soon as possible to get an appointment at our next available time. Whether it's 3 p.m. and you are injured from a fall off your bike or 3 a.m. and you wake up to serious pain that won't allow you to sleep, a member of our staff can take your phone call. We pride ourselves on being available to assist patients with appointment services for urgent issues day and night.

Provided services include:

• Bone grafts. Problems that arise from natural aging, untreated periodontal disease, and jaw trauma can result in your needing to have a bone graft procedure performed. Tooth extractions can also create places in the jaw that need grafting so that you can later have an implant installed.
• Jaw swelling reduction. Ice packs and over-the-counter medicines are not solutions for significant jaw swelling. Significant swelling and tenderness in your jaw could be signaling that an infection is present. Please call for emergency help if you notice these symptoms.
• Root canals. Root canals are the go-to method of dentists who want to preserve teeth that need stabilization and restoration from damage or decay.
• Implants. A failed dental implant is a serious issue that cannot go unresolved. Implants that are no longer secure can migrate and cause major damage to the jawbone and other teeth if left inside your mouth for too long. If you suspect that your dental implant is not in proper alignment, please call and schedule an examination.
• Extractions. If you hit your mouth and damage your tooth to the point of no repair, it will need to be removed. Likewise, if your tooth (or teeth) is decayed to the point where other options are not available to preserve it, an extraction will be necessary. Your dentist can examine your teeth and will perform an extraction if other options are not possible.
• Bridges. To preserve the natural look of your smile, your dentist may recommend that you have a bridge installed to anchor the teeth on either side of an extracted tooth.

Avoiding the Need for Emergency Dental Care

If you are an athlete or otherwise extremely active, be sure to wear proper safety gear. Protecting your teeth and gums can save you a trip to the dentist if you happen to fall or experience a sudden blow to the face. By wearing protective gear, you can prevent the most common types of tooth damage that results from high-intensity activities. If you should happen to injure your mouth and need an emergency appointment, please call as soon as you can so that we can examine the damage and get you the best outcome possible.

Contact Our Office for Emergency Care

Regular everyday folks can also have emergency needs that require a visit to a dentist for treatment. In these cases, we recommend that you also contact our office as soon as you possibly can to avoid your dental pain from becoming worse. Prompt treatment is best with dental problems because your teeth and gums are very sensitive and can become infected if you do not get care quickly enough.

Dr. Lund and the Columbia River Dentistry team have made it extremely convenient for you to reach the office in an emergency. Day or night, a member of the staff can provide you with assistance in making an appointment to be treated for dental problems. Pick up the phone and call us whenever you need emergency service. We will do all we can to make your experience with us smooth and pleasant. Contact our office at 1-888-350-1340 so we can schedule you for treatment.