{"id":750,"date":"2026-10-18T18:40:02","date_gmt":"2026-10-18T18:40:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/?p=750"},"modified":"2026-10-25T18:51:17","modified_gmt":"2026-10-25T18:51:17","slug":"emergency-action-do-i-need-a-same-day-dental-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/emergency-action-do-i-need-a-same-day-dental-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Action: Do I Need a Same-Day Dental Appointment?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman on couch with eyes closed touching fingers to jaw in pain\" class=\"wp-image-751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-2048x1365-1.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_882702789-767x511-1.jpg 767w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you recently damaged your teeth, gums, or dental works, such as a filling or dental crown? Issues like cuts, chips, cracks, and breaks can all be intimidating, and depending on what happened, you might also be hurting, anxious, or unsure what to do next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thankfully, many dentists offer same-day visits to address urgent concerns so you don\u2019t have to wait long to be seen and receive treatment. But it can be difficult to know whether your problem counts as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>. Continue reading to learn more about it so you know when to contact your provider for help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are Some Common Oral Issues?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re not alone if you\u2019re unsure whether your dental dilemma counts as an emergency. For instance, if you\u2019ve lost a filling, you might not know whether it requires immediate attention. But cavities and gum disease are common dental concerns and might not be considered urgent enough for an appointment the same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s possible to have dental problems that require treatment but might not be considered an emergency, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Broken or damaged dentures or other restorations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slight injuries to enamel that don\u2019t hurt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food lodged in your teeth or gums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensitivity or minor toothaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Biting your lip or small cuts to the tender tissues of your mouth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Considered a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve developed a problem but aren\u2019t sure if it\u2019s urgent, you can contact your dentist\u2019s office to let them know what happened, and they can schedule an appropriate time to see you either way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your provider might want to book a same-day visit to address the following types of immediate concerns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Severe or persistent toothaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chipped, broken, or cracked teeth that hurt too much to use normally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knocked-out or dislodged teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A destabilized tooth at risk of falling out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental abscesses or infection causing swelling, irritation, or fever.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I Need to Make a Same-Day Appointment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some issues, like a dislodged dental filling, might not require same-day visits, but it can depend significantly on what happened and your current dental condition. The longer you wait to contact your provider, the more likely the affected tooth is to develop additional disease, decay, or injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, it\u2019s better to contact your provider sooner rather than later because oral issues tend to worsen rather than improve over time. It might not be urgent right now, but if you wait too long to get help, it could be!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Colin Holman enjoys improving his patients\u2019 lives by helping them build and maintain strong, healthy smiles. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, and today, he works diligently to offer a complete menu of services, including emergency care, to meet the unique needs of people of all ages. He uses advanced technology to deliver customized treatment plans for more comfortable, accurate results meant to last. You can request an appointment on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.okdentalexpressions.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (405) 735-6600. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you recently damaged your teeth, gums, or dental works, such as a filling or dental crown? Issues like cuts, chips, cracks, and breaks can all be intimidating, and depending on what happened, you might also be hurting, anxious, or unsure what to do next. 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