Emergency Dentist in Waimea, HI | Waimea Dental Studio

Introducing Our Emergency Dental Care Solutions!

In dental emergencies, swift action is vital for mitigating damage and promoting healing. Our emergency dental care provides prompt and compassionate treatment to alleviate pain and address urgent issues.

Waimea Dental Studio provides emergency dentistry in Waimea, HI. Call

808-885-8465

for urgent dental treatment.

When dental pain strikes unexpectedly, every minute counts. At Waimea Dental Studio, we understand that dental emergencies don’t follow business hours, which is why we offer same-day emergency appointments to get you out of pain fast.

If you're experiencing an intense toothache, have encountered a dental injury, or are facing any other immediate dental challenge, our skilled team is ready to provide the prompt support you need.

During office hours, immediate attention will be given to your situation, and you will be seen as soon as possible. After office hours, please call the office and follow the instructions provided. Your call will be returned as soon as possible. If you are experiencing a serious or life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

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What are Dental Emergencies?

Dental emergencies are urgent oral health situations that require immediate professional attention to prevent further damage, relieve severe discomfort, or save a tooth. These situations can range from sudden severe toothaches and broken teeth to knocked-out teeth from accidents or sports injuries. Unlike routine dental issues that can wait for a scheduled appointment, dental emergencies often involve significant discomfort, bleeding, or trauma that needs prompt treatment to prevent complications. Quick action during a dental emergency can mean the difference between saving and losing a natural tooth.

Procedures Offered

Emergency Tooth Extractions

When a tooth is severely damaged, infected, or causing unbearable discomfort, immediate extraction may be necessary to prevent the spread of infection and provide relief. Our gentle extraction techniques, combined with sedation options, ensure your comfort during this procedure while we preserve the surrounding bone and tissues for potential future implant placement.

Root canal therapy

This treatment saves severely infected or damaged teeth by removing the infected pulp, cleaning the root canals, and sealing the tooth to prevent further infection. Using our advanced digital imaging, we can often complete root canal treatment in a single emergency visit, allowing you to keep your natural tooth while eliminating the source of your pain.

Dental Trauma Repair

Accidents happen, and when they affect your teeth, prompt treatment is essential for optimal outcomes. We repair chipped, cracked, or broken teeth using tooth-colored composite materials or ceramic restorations. Often, we complete repairs the same day using our in-office CAD/CAM technology, restoring both function and appearance.

Emergency Dental Crowns

When a tooth is severely damaged but can be saved, an emergency crown provides immediate protection and restoration. Our same-day crown technology allows us to create and place a permanent ceramic crown in a single visit, eliminating the need for temporary crowns and multiple appointments during your dental crisis.

Knocked-Out Tooth Reimplantation

Time is critical when a tooth has been completely knocked out – the best chance for successful reimplantation occurs within the first hour after the accident. We provide immediate emergency care to clean the tooth, prepare the socket, and reimplant your natural tooth, followed by stabilization techniques to promote healing and reattachment.

Abscess Treatment

Dental abscesses are serious infections that can become life-threatening if left untreated, requiring immediate drainage and antibiotic therapy. We provide emergency abscess treatment including incision and drainage, thorough cleaning of the infected area, and prescription of appropriate antibiotics to control the infection and prevent its spread.

Repair of Dental Restorations

When fillings, crowns, or other dental work fails unexpectedly, it can cause discomfort, sensitivity, and further damage to the tooth. We provide emergency repairs or replacement of failed dental restorations, often using our advanced materials and same-day technology to create permanent solutions during your emergency visit.

Why Choose Waimea Dental Studio

Advanced Digital Technology enables us to diagnose your emergency quickly and accurately, utilizing our state-of-the-art digital imaging and 3D scanning technology. Our X-Nav guided systems enable us to provide precise treatments, even in urgent situations, ensuring the best possible outcome when time is critical.

Gentle, Judgment-Free Care means you’ll receive compassionate treatment during what’s likely a stressful and painful experience. Dr. Justin Chan and our team take the time to listen to your concerns, explain your treatment options clearly, and ensure your comfort throughout the emergency procedure.

Same-Day Treatment Availability gets you the relief you need without waiting days for an appointment. We prioritize emergency cases and maintain flexible scheduling to accommodate urgent dental needs, often providing complete treatment in a single visit using our advanced CAD/CAM technology for same-day crowns and restorations.

Don’t let dental discomfort control your life – call Waimea Dental Studio at

808-885-8465

immediately for emergency care that combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate treatment.

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Below are Instructions for Handling Minor Dental Emergencies

Gently clean the area around the tooth by rinsing the mouth with warm water and gently flossing to remove any particles that may be lodged in the tissue around the tooth. If the pain continues, or if the area around the affected tooth is warm, please call our office to schedule an appointment.

Apply ice to help reduce swelling and apply pressure with a clean cloth or sterile gauze to stop any bleeding. If the bleeding continues, call your physician or visit your local emergency room.

Please call our office to schedule an appointment.

Call our office right away and take these steps.

Do not touch the tooth root, but hold the tooth by the crown and gently rinse the tooth with water.
Place the tooth back into the socket as quickly as possible and bite down on clean gauze to hold it in place.
If the tooth cannot be placed in the socket, put the tooth in a small container of milk or saliva and bring it with you to your appointment.

Gently rinse the area with lukewarm water and place a cold compress on the face to reduce swelling. If you can locate the piece of the broken tooth, place the piece in milk, and bring it with you to the office. If more than half of the tooth is broken off, please call us immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Emergencies

What constitutes a dental emergency versus something that can wait?

True dental emergencies include severe discomfort that prevents normal activities, significant swelling affecting your face or neck, bleeding that won't stop, knocked-out or severely broken teeth, and lost fillings or crowns causing pain. If you're experiencing fever along with dental discomfort, this could indicate a serious infection requiring immediate attention. Non-emergency situations like minor chips, lost fillings without pain, or routine toothaches can typically wait for regular business hours.

What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?

Time is absolutely critical – handle the tooth by the crown (never the root), gently rinse it with water if dirty, and try to reinsert it into the socket if possible. If you can't reinsert it, keep the tooth moist by placing it in milk, saliva, or a tooth preservation kit, and get to our office immediately. The best chance for successful reimplantation occurs within 30-60 minutes, so contact us right away for emergency instructions.

How quickly can I be seen for a dental emergency?

We prioritize emergency cases and typically can see urgent patients the same day during weekdays. When you call with a dental emergency, our team will assess your situation over the phone and schedule you for the earliest possible appointment. For severe emergencies involving significant pain, swelling, or trauma, we often accommodate patients within hours of their call.

Will my insurance cover emergency dental treatment?

Most dental insurance plans cover emergency treatments, especially when they involve pain relief, infection control, or trauma repair. However, coverage varies by plan, so we'll help verify your benefits and explain your costs upfront. We accept most major insurance plans and offer payment options to ensure you receive the emergency care you need without delay due to financial concerns.

Can dental emergencies be prevented?

While not all emergencies can be prevented, many can be avoided through regular checkups, wearing mouthguards during sports, avoiding hard foods that can crack teeth, and maintaining good oral hygiene to prevent infections. We also recommend not using teeth as tools, avoiding ice chewing, and addressing minor dental problems promptly before they become emergencies.

Do you provide emergency care after hours and on weekends?

While our regular emergency appointments are scheduled during weekday business hours, we provide guidance for after-hours situations and can arrange urgent care when necessary. For severe emergencies outside business hours, we'll provide instructions for immediate care and ensure you're seen as soon as possible. We also maintain relationships with emergency services for life-threatening situations.

What should I bring to my emergency dental appointment?

Bring a current list of medications you're taking, your insurance information, a form of identification, and any pieces of broken teeth if applicable. If your discomfort is severe, consider having someone drive you to the appointment. We'll handle the rest, including taking necessary X-rays and determining the best treatment approach for your specific emergency.

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Don’t suffer through dental discomfort or risk losing a tooth – call Waimea Dental Studio immediately at

808-885-8465

for same-day emergency dental care. Our experienced team combines advanced technology with gentle, compassionate treatment to resolve your dental emergency quickly and effectively.

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Emergency Dentistry in Waimea

Introducing Our Emergency Dental Care Solutions!

What are Dental Emergencies?

Procedures Offered

Emergency Tooth Extractions

Root canal therapy

Dental Trauma Repair

Emergency Dental Crowns

Knocked-Out Tooth Reimplantation

Abscess Treatment

Repair of Dental Restorations

Why Choose Waimea Dental Studio

Below are Instructions for Handling Minor Dental Emergencies

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Emergencies

What constitutes a dental emergency versus something that can wait?

What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?

How quickly can I be seen for a dental emergency?

Will my insurance cover emergency dental treatment?

Can dental emergencies be prevented?

Do you provide emergency care after hours and on weekends?

What should I bring to my emergency dental appointment?

CALL WAIMEA DENTAL STUDIO

Contact our office today to request your appointment!

Emergency Dentistry in Waimea

Introducing Our Emergency Dental Care Solutions!

What are Dental Emergencies?

Procedures Offered

Emergency Tooth Extractions

Root canal therapy

Dental Trauma Repair

Emergency Dental Crowns

Knocked-Out Tooth Reimplantation

Abscess Treatment

Repair of Dental Restorations

Why Choose Waimea Dental Studio

Below are Instructions for Handling Minor Dental Emergencies

In the case of a toothache...

If a lip, gum, cheek, or tongue gets cut...

If a baby tooth gets knocked out...

If a permanent tooth gets knocked out...

If a tooth gets chipped or broken...

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Emergencies

What constitutes a dental emergency versus something that can wait?

What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?

How quickly can I be seen for a dental emergency?

Will my insurance cover emergency dental treatment?

Can dental emergencies be prevented?

Do you provide emergency care after hours and on weekends?

What should I bring to my emergency dental appointment?

CALL WAIMEA DENTAL STUDIO

Contact our office today to request your appointment!