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title: Emergency Dentist in Waukee, IA | Waukee Dental
description: Dealing with a knocked-out, broken, or badly aching tooth? Waukee Dental treats dental emergencies quickly. Give us a call.
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# Emergency Dentistry

## Relief When it Matters Most

## Our Approach to Emergency Care

Tooth pain is a certain kind of pain. It’s hard to focus, hard to sleep, and hard to ignore. If you or a family member is dealing with a dental emergency, don’t wait—give us a call. Even if you’re not sure it qualifies as an emergency, we’d rather talk to you and come up with a plan than have you tough it out. Tooth pain can go from mild to serious in a hurry, and early treatment almost always means simpler, less expensive care.

For after-hours emergencies, call or text (515) 777-7568. Our emergency messaging system ensures our team is always reachable for established patients.

![Emergency-Image](https://waukee.dental/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20Images/Services/Sub%20Services/Emergency/Emergency-Image.png?width=842&height=842&name=Emergency-Image.png)

[What Counts as a Dental Emergency](http://waukee.dental/services/emergency#section-1) [What to Expect](http://waukee.dental/services/emergency#section-2) [Information We’ll Need](http://waukee.dental/services/emergency#section-3)

###### Jump to a section:

Jump to...  What Counts as a Dental Emergency  What to Expect  Information We’ll Need

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## What Counts As A Emergency Visit

If you’re in pain or something doesn’t feel right, it’s worth a call. You don’t need to decide on your own whether it’s serious enough—that’s what we’re here for. Common dental emergencies we treat include:

- ![Pain - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Pain%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Severe or persistent tooth pain
- ![Warning - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Warning%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Chipped, cracked, or broken teeth
- ![Chip Extration - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Chip%20Extration%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Knocked-out tooth
- ![Tooth - Icon - White-1](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Tooth%20-%20Icon%20-%20White-1.svg)
  
  Lost filling or crown
- ![Lips - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Lips%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Swollen jaw or gums
- ![Target - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Target%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Abscess or sign of infection

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## What to Expect at Your Emergency Visit

When you call, give us as much information as you can so we can prepare and get you seen as quickly as possible. Our goal is to get you out of pain fast and explain your options clearly so you can make an informed decision about next steps.

- ![Phone - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Phone%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Call or text (515) 777-7568 to reach us
- ![Smartphone - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Smartphone%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  After hours: call our normal number and follow the prompts to reach a team member directly
- ![Fast - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Fast%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  We’ll assess your situation and get you in as quickly as possible
- ![Tooth - Icon - White-1](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Tooth%20-%20Icon%20-%20White-1.svg)
  
  Treatment focused on relieving pain and stabilizing the tooth

## When should I call Waukee Dental versus going into the emergency room?

Call Waukee Dental for tooth pain, chipped or broken teeth, a knocked-out tooth, a lost filling or crown, or localized swelling. Go to the emergency room or call 911 for severe or rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or serious facial trauma. Once urgent medical needs are addressed, contact us for follow-up care.

## If I call after hours or over the weekend, will I be seen?

Our on-call Waukee Dental provider will gather information about your symptoms and evaluate the urgency of your situation. Based on your individual needs, they will determine whether you should be seen over the weekend, schedule an appointment during regular business hours, or seek immediate medical care.

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## When should I call Waukee Dental versus going into the emergency room?

Call Waukee Dental for tooth pain, chipped or broken teeth, a knocked-out tooth, a lost filling or crown, or localized swelling. Go to the emergency room or call 911 for severe or rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or serious facial trauma. Once urgent medical needs are addressed, contact us for follow-up care.

## If I call after hours or over the weekend, will I be seen?

Our on-call Waukee Dental provider will gather information about your symptoms and evaluate the urgency of your situation. Based on your individual needs, they will determine whether you should be seen over the weekend, schedule an appointment during regular business hours, or seek immediate medical care.

[Call now](tel:+15157777568)

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## Information We’ll Need

When you call, it helps to have this information ready so we can be prepared when you arrive:

- ![Tooth - Icon - White-1](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Tooth%20-%20Icon%20-%20White-1.svg)
  
  Which tooth or teeth is bothering you
- ![Warning - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Warning%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  Whether there has been any trauma or recent damage to the area
- ![Time - Icon - White](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Time%20-%20Icon%20-%20White.svg)
  
  How long you’ve had the pain or issue

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## Why Waukee Dental for Your Emergency Care

Same-Day Crowns

If your emergency involves a damaged or broken tooth that needs a crown, we can often complete it the same day with our CEREC technology.

Digital X-Rays

We get high-resolution images quickly so we can assess the damage and determine the right course of treatment without delay.

## Intro to FAQs

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### Do you see new patients for emergencies?

Our after-hours emergency care is primarily for established patients. If you’re a new patient experiencing a dental emergency, call us at (515) 777-7568 and we’ll do our best to help.

### What if I have an emergency after hours?

Call or text (515) 777-7568. Our emergency messaging system is active after hours so our team is always reachable for established patients.

### How do I know if my tooth pain is a real emergency?

If you’re in pain or something doesn’t feel right, give us a call. We’d rather talk to you and rule out something serious than have you wait. Tooth pain that goes untreated can escalate quickly.

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## No Dental Insurance? We’ve Got You Covered.

If you don’t have dental insurance, the Waukee Dental QDP Savings Plan can help make your preventative care more affordable. Our membership plan is designed for uninsured patients and families—with no waiting periods, no maximums, and no deductibles.

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- ![Vector (15)](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/Vector%20(15).svg)
  
  ### Two comprehensive exams per year
- ![check](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Waukee%20Dental%20Images/check.svg)
  
  ### All necessary X-rays included
- ![Emergency Health Cross - Icon - Purple](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/White%20Icons/Emergency%20Health%20Cross%20-%20Icon%20-%20Purple.svg)
  
  ### One complimentary emergency exam
- ![Tooth - Icon - Purple](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/Purple%20Icons/Tooth%20-%20Icon%20-%20Purple.svg)
  
  ### 15% off all in-house dental treatment
- ![Whitening - Icon](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/Whitening%20-%20Icon.svg)
  
  ### 50% off all in-house whitening
- ![No X - Icon - Purple](https://waukee.dental/hubfs/Website%20Images/Icons/Purple%20Icons/No%20X%20-%20Icon%20-%20Purple.svg)
  
  ### No waiting periods, maximums, or deductibles

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## Schedule Your Appointment

 For after-hours emergencies, call or text [(515) 777-7568](tel:5157777568). Our emergency messaging system ensures a doctor is always reachable for established patients.

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