Dental emergencies don’t wait, and neither do we. When you’re dealing with sudden tooth pain, a knocked-out tooth, or a dental injury in Chandler, you need a dental team that can act quickly and get you out of pain. At Fountains Dental Care, our three experienced dentists provide emergency dental care with same-day appointments when possible. We prioritize urgent cases and work to see emergency patients as quickly as we can.
Experiencing a dental emergency? Call (480) 222-8083 now to check same-day availability.
When a dental emergency strikes, the last thing you want is to scramble for a dentist who can see you. At Fountains Dental Care, our experienced dental team is prepared to handle urgent situations and get you the care you need without unnecessary delays.
Dr. Eric Kerbs (DDS, Virginia Commonwealth University) brings over 25 years of clinical experience managing complex dental emergencies. Dr. Nick Mellum (DMD, Tufts University) specializes in advanced restorative techniques including CEREC same-day crowns, which means emergency crown placement can often be completed in a single visit. Dr. Julie Do (DMD, Arizona School of Dentistry) brings a calm, reassuring approach that helps patients feel at ease during stressful emergency situations.
Not every dental concern requires emergency treatment, but some situations should never wait. If you’re experiencing any of the following, call our Chandler office at (480) 222-8083 right away:
Severe, persistent tooth pain that disrupts sleep or daily activities. A permanent tooth that has been knocked out or loosened. A cracked or broken tooth with sharp pain or exposed nerve. Swelling in your jaw, face, or gums, especially with fever. Uncontrolled bleeding from the mouth following an injury. A dental abscess with pus, pain, or a foul taste. A lost filling or crown causing pain or sharp edges.
If you’re unsure whether your situation is an emergency, call us. We’ll help you assess the urgency over the phone and advise you on the best next step. For life-threatening emergencies involving difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, or severe facial trauma, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room first, then follow up with our office for dental care.
Our Chandler emergency dentists are experienced in treating a wide range of urgent dental conditions. Here are the most common emergencies we see and what you should do while you wait to reach our office.
Tooth pain that keeps you awake, prevents you from eating, or won’t respond to over-the-counter medication needs professional attention. A severe toothache often signals an infection, abscess, or advanced decay that will only worsen without treatment.
While you wait to reach our office, rinse your mouth with warm salt water, use dental floss to remove any trapped food, and take over-the-counter pain medication as directed. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum tissue. Call (480) 222-8083 at the first sign of severe pain.
Time is critical when a permanent tooth is knocked out. If you act quickly, there’s a chance the tooth can be reimplanted. Pick up the tooth by the crown (the visible part), never the root. Rinse it gently with water without scrubbing. If possible, place it back in the socket and hold it there. If that’s not possible, store the tooth in milk or your own saliva.
Get to our Chandler office as quickly as possible. The highest success rates for reimplantation occur within 30 minutes of the injury. Whether it happened during a game at Snedigar Sportsplex or at home, every minute matters. Call (480) 222-8083 immediately.
A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth from a sports injury, fall, car accident, or biting something hard needs prompt care to prevent further damage and infection. Save any pieces you can find, rinse your mouth with warm water, and apply gauze if there’s bleeding. A cold compress on your cheek helps reduce swelling.
Our emergency dental team evaluates the extent of the damage and determines the best repair. Options include dental bonding for minor chips, a CEREC same-day crown for more significant breaks, or root canal therapy if the nerve is exposed. Getting treatment quickly protects the tooth and reduces the risk of complications.
A dental abscess is a serious infection that requires immediate treatment. Symptoms include severe, throbbing pain, swelling in your jaw or face, fever, a bad taste in your mouth, or a visible bump on your gum that may be draining pus. Left untreated, the infection can spread to your jaw, head, neck, and in rare cases become life-threatening.
Do not try to drain an abscess yourself. Rinse with salt water to help draw the infection toward the surface and reduce discomfort. Take pain medication as needed and contact our office immediately. We safely treat the infection, prescribe antibiotics when necessary, and address the underlying cause to prevent recurrence.
When a filling falls out or a crown comes loose, the exposed tooth becomes vulnerable to sensitivity, further decay, and breakage. If you still have the crown, try placing it back over the tooth temporarily using denture adhesive or toothpaste (not superglue). Avoid chewing on that side of your mouth until we can see you.
Our Chandler office provides prompt repair and replacement of lost restorations. Dr. Mellum’s CEREC training means we can often fabricate and place a new permanent crown in a single visit, getting you back to normal without a temporary crown or return appointment.
Cuts, lacerations, or puncture wounds to your lips, cheeks, tongue, or gums from falls, accidents, or sports injuries need proper evaluation to prevent infection and ensure proper healing. Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze to control bleeding. If bleeding doesn’t stop after 15 to 20 minutes of sustained pressure, or if the wound is deep, contact our office or seek medical attention.
We evaluate soft tissue injuries, clean wounds to prevent infection, and provide care instructions for healing. For injuries involving teeth as well as soft tissue, we address both in the same visit.
When you call our office with an emergency, we assess your situation over the phone and provide immediate guidance while arranging to see you as soon as possible. When you arrive, we prioritize getting you out of pain first.
We use digital x-rays and intraoral cameras to quickly diagnose the problem, then explain your options clearly before starting any treatment. Whether you need a root canal, extraction, emergency crown, bonding, or abscess drainage, we walk you through every step so you know exactly what to expect.
Our goal is to resolve your emergency in as few visits as possible. With CEREC same-day crown technology, many restorations that would normally require a second appointment can be completed the same day, so you leave with a permanent solution rather than a temporary fix.
While accidents happen, many dental emergencies are preventable. Wearing a mouthguard during sports and physical activities protects your teeth from impact injuries. Avoiding chewing on ice, hard candies, and popcorn kernels prevents cracks and fractures. Using scissors instead of your teeth to open packages protects your enamel. And staying consistent with regular dental checkups catches developing problems before they become emergencies. Arizona’s active outdoor lifestyle, from hiking in the heat to weekend sports at Tumbleweed Park, means keeping a mouthguard handy and staying hydrated to protect your oral health year-round.
Once we’ve addressed your immediate concern, we discuss any follow-up care needed. A tooth that required a root canal may need a crown. An extraction site may benefit from a dental implant or denture down the road. We coordinate your follow-up care through our general dentistry services so everything stays connected under one roof.
In a dental emergency, you need a team that responds quickly, communicates clearly, and has the skills and technology to resolve the problem, not just manage the symptoms.
Dr. Eric Kerbs, Dr. Nick Mellum, and Dr. Julie Do bring over 25 years of combined experience handling dental emergencies ranging from simple toothaches to complex fractures and infections. Our office is equipped with digital x-rays for fast diagnosis, CEREC technology for same-day crowns, and laser dentistry for gentle soft tissue treatment. This means we can often diagnose and treat your emergency in one visit rather than spreading it across multiple appointments.
We understand that dental emergencies cause anxiety. Our team takes a calm, patient-focused approach, explains every step before we begin, and ensures you’re comfortable throughout treatment. Chandler and East Valley families trust us because we treat their emergencies with the same care and attention we’d want for our own families.
Any dental problem causing severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out or loosened permanent tooth, facial swelling, or signs of infection (fever, pus, bad taste) requires emergency attention. When in doubt, call our office and we’ll help you assess the situation.
We offer same-day emergency appointments when possible. Call (480) 222-8083 as soon as your emergency occurs and we will work to get you in as quickly as we can. The sooner you call, the more options we have for scheduling.
Pick it up by the crown only, never the root. Rinse gently with water without scrubbing. Try to place it back in the socket if possible. If not, store it in milk or your own saliva. Get to our office within 30 minutes for the best chance of reimplantation.
We use local anesthesia to ensure you feel no pain during treatment. Getting you comfortable is our first priority. Most patients report that the relief from resolving the emergency far outweighs any mild discomfort during the procedure.
Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for emergency services. Our team verifies your benefits and files claims on your behalf. Don’t delay treatment due to insurance concerns. Contact our office and we’ll help you understand your coverage.
Dental infections, severe pain, knocked-out teeth, and uncontrolled bleeding should never wait. Delaying treatment allows infections to spread, increases pain, and reduces your treatment options. Contact us immediately for emergency care.
Yes. We provide emergency dental care for patients of all ages. Children’s dental emergencies, including knocked-out teeth, sports injuries, and falls, receive the same prompt, compassionate care as adult emergencies.
Our CEREC same-day crown technology allows us to design, fabricate, and place a permanent crown in a single visit. This means many patients leave their emergency appointment with a finished restoration rather than a temporary crown.
Fountains Dental Care is located at 3930 S Alma School Road, Suite 6, Chandler, AZ 85248. We serve emergency patients from Chandler, Ocotillo, Fulton Ranch, Arden Park, Pinelake Estates, Sun Lakes, SunBird, Fox Crossing, Oakwood Hills, Balboa Way, Carino Estates, Gilbert, Mesa, and the greater East Valley. Office hours are Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 1pm.
Don’t wait with dental pain. At Fountains Dental Care, our Chandler emergency dentists are ready to help when you need it most. We serve emergency patients from across the East Valley, including Ocotillo, Fulton Ranch, Balboa Way, Carino Estates, Arden Park, Pinelake Estates, Sun Lakes, SunBird, Fox Crossing, Oakwood Hills, Gilbert, and Mesa.
Call (480) 222-8083 for same-day emergency care when available. You can also submit an emergency request online. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 first, then follow up with our office for dental care.
