Cincinnati Emergency Dental Services
Your most trusted Cincinnati Dentists with a soft, gentle touch.
If you're experiencing tooth pain or another type of oral pain, it's important to determine whether or not you're having a dental emergency. Maybe you're not sure what's happening, but you know it isn't good. It's always best to seek professional help from emergency dentists as soon as possible because an emergency dental situation can escalate quickly.
When you need emergency dentistry, come to
Covedale Dental Studio for expert dental care! We handle all types of emergencies, and we can help you even if you have dental anxiety. We are located in Cincinnati, OH and welcome patients in surrounding communities such as Covedale, St. Bernard, and Newport.
Meet Dr. Rikul D. Patel
We are proud to have Dr. Patel as our Cincinnati emergency dentist! Dr. Patel grew up in Florida where he earned his Bachelors in Business Management from the University of Florida followed by his Masters in Biomedical Sciences from Barry University. He continued on to obtain his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in 2018.
To further advance his training, Dr. Patel completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program at the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio. During his residency he provided quality care for veterans while working alongside multiple specialists, broadening his skill set in general dentistry and gaining the experience to treat medically complex patients. He currently works part-time as faculty at the Dayton VA Dental Clinic continuing to provide care for the veteran community as well as supporting trainees in the dental residency program.
Why Call Us for an Emergency Dental Visit?
- We take care of persistent toothaches quickly and effectively so you can get relief from tooth pain.
- Our team will find out what’s causing your symptoms like swollen or bleeding gums and provide swift treatment to protect your smile.
- We have the skills and technology to handle cracked, broken or damaged teeth fast so you can smile confidently again.
- The emergency room won’t be able to help if you have a cracked tooth or need a tooth extraction, but
we will!
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“I’ve been a patient for a number of years. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. The equipment is state of the art. Enjoy making visits.”
– Diane
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“The comfortable atmosphere, friendly faces, and the personal references make the experience all the more enjoyable. Like seeing old friends!”
– Penny
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What Is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is defined as any dental or oral problem that needs immediate treatment from a professional to save your tooth, stop your gum tissue from bleeding, or relieve severe pain. It could be caused by an accident, malfunctions with your dental work (like dentures or crowns), or poor oral hygiene. Call our Cincinnati dentist for emergency treatment if you have:
- Severe toothache
- Sensitivity to hot and cold
- Swollen gums
- Broken tooth
- Knocked-out permanent tooth
- Injury or trauma to your jaw
- Gum or tooth infections
- Abscessed tooth
- Excessive bleeding of your gums
If you're unsure whether your dental issue qualifies as an emergency, give us a call and explain your symptoms. Our friendly team will tell you if you need to come in for an appointment to protect your oral health.
If You Are
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Why You Should Seek Emergency Dental Treatment Right Away
It's important to seek treatment for a dental emergency as soon as possible for two reasons. First, the sooner you see a dentist, the greater the chance of saving an injured tooth. Second, delaying treatment can increase the risk of infection and further complicate the problems.
For example, a toothache could be caused by something as simple as food caught between your teeth. However, it could also be a sign of a serious infection such as an abscessed tooth—a condition in which bacteria have infected the center of the tooth. An abscess needs to be treated immediately to prevent more serious medical complications.
First Aid Tips for Common Dental Emergencies
At some point, most people will experience a dental emergency even if you have very good oral hygiene. Whether it's a lost filling, a chipped tooth, or something more serious, you should know what to do to minimize the damage.
➤ Knocked-Out Tooth: Pick up your tooth by the crown, not the root. If the root is dirty, gently rinse it off with water. Do not scrub the tooth clean or try to remove any attached gum tissue. Stick the tooth back in the empty socket if possible. If you can't, put the tooth in a small container of milk and bring it to your emergency appointment.
➤ Chipped or Broken Tooth: Gently rinse your mouth with warm water to dislodge any tooth fragments. If you have facial swelling, apply cold compresses to the outside of your cheek. If you're bleeding, apply gauze to the area and bite down gently.
➤ Lost Crown: If you have a lost crown, try to find it and put it back in place using denture adhesive to protect your remaining natural tooth. If you can't find the crown or if it's broken, let us know when you come to your emergency appointment.
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Lost Filling:
Gently rinse your mouth with warm water to remove any food particles that might be stuck in the area where the filling was lost. Apply cold compresses to reduce any pain or swelling.
➤ Severe Toothache: Rinse your mouth with a warm saltwater solution using 1 tsp of salt to 8 oz of water. Apply cold compresses for pain or swelling. You can try an over-the-counter pain medication, but do not place an aspirin directly on your gums because it can burn them.
➤ Excessively Bleeding Gums:
Rinse your mouth with warm water and use gauze or a clean cloth to apply pressure to the area where your gums are bleeding. After about 10 minutes, check to see if the bleeding has stopped; if not, continue applying pressure for another 10 minutes or so until it does stop.
Visit Our Dental Office in Cincinnati, Ohio, for
Urgent Dental Care
If you’re experiencing any symptoms mentioned above, or if you’re dealing with some other dental emergencies or issues, call Covedale Dental Studio to find relief. We offer Cincinnati emergency dentistry services whenever a dental emergency strikes.
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*We Do Not Accept Medicaid or Caresource Insurances.
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We are located on Cincinnati’s west side, only 15 minutes from downtown. You can find our office located at 4998 Glenway Avenue.
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
Fax (513) 251-0687
513-548-4277
Our Hours
- Mon - Thu
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- Fri - Sun
- Closed