EMERGENCY DENTISTRY

What to bring to your emergency dental appointment?

You need to bring anything you regularly bring to a dental appointment, such as your insurance information and some form of identification. However, we understand that sometimes things are not immediately available during an emergency. If this is an oral trauma case, please bring any lost tooth or pieces of your tooth if available.

Find all our paperwork in our Patient Resources. You may fill it out and sign it, scan it, and email it to andrewwheatleydds@gmail.com, or drop it off at your appointment. 

Please note that even though this is an emergency, payment is due at the time of service. We accept most major insurance, cash, checks, and credit cards. We also offer CareCredit to finance. Please take a minute to review our Financial Policies.

What to do during a dental emergency?

Keep calm and call your dentist! We can assess the situation and recommend next steps over the phone. If you have a cracked or lost tooth, collect the tooth and keep it moist in milk. For swelling due to trauma, try an ice pack and over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medicine to bridge the time until you can get to the dentist. If you’re not experiencing oral pain but still have a dental issue, such as a cracked tooth, broken dentures, or a lost filling, please don’t hesitate to call us! Research shows periodontal problems can elevate the risk for other health issues, including diabetes, stroke, and cardiovascular disease. Click here for more information about what to do during an emergency.

When is it time to call the urgency care dentist?

Dental emergencies occur usually at the worst possible time and can be extremely painful. So, call as soon as you hurtor the accident has occurred.

• Toothaches.

• Infections of the gums

• Knocked-out or loose teeth

• Chipped, cracked, or fractured teeth

• Tissue injury, jaw, and facial pain

• Problems with temporary restorations

• Erupting wisdom teeth

• Objects caught between teeth

• Lost crowns

• Lost fillings

• Painful cavities

• Broken braces and wires

• Infections

• Any traumatic injuries to the mouth

• Painful growths and sores

A dental emergency can often lead to tooth loss or permanent problems if not addressed swiftly. 

Urgent Dental Care in Norman, OK

Located just off I-35 on Tecumseh Road in West Norman we are easy to reach from anywhere in Norman or the Oklahoma City metro area. Our office has a policy to assure that there will not be a long wait, and better yet, Dr. Wheatley is known for making even the most anxious patient feel at ease. He is certified in and highly adept at handling emergency dentistry and is equipped to treat most dental emergencies in-office. 

Don’t let a dental emergency escalate by leaving it untreated. We treat your emergency root canals or tooth extractions in the office. Dr. Wheatley and his entire team are skilled in these treatments and are ready to help you. Some dental emergencies we treat include broken teeth, cracked teeth, and toothaches. Visiting an emergency dentist will prevent long-term injury and assure better chances of recovery or saving your tooth. 

Don’t let anxiety stand in your way

Do you suffer from dental anxiety? We have built a reputation as the premiere relaxation dentist in Norman. We guarantee you individual attention and top-notch dental care guided by cutting-edge technology. We are your dentist if you are looking for high-quality dental care in a comfortable ambiance. To learn about dental anxiety, continue here.

Many Norman dentists can’t fit emergency appointments into their regular schedules. Dr. Wheatley understands that you need to see someone fast if you are in pain. So, we make sure we get you seen swiftly. Are you trying to find a dentist on a Friday or holiday? Good luck. But Tecumseh Ridge Dental is on-call most days, and we will even see you after hours if needed. We have a team of highly experienced emergency dental professionals who are ready to serve you and address your every concern. 

Dr. Wheatley welcomes patients seeking emergency dental care at hours convenient to our patients to ensure your emergency can be addressed quickly. We are your same-day emergency dentist right here in Norman, and we can help you or your family members overcome many painful situations. 

Come for your Emergency. Return for all your Dental Care.

Dr. Wheatley is a trusted emergency dentist who offers a wide array of dental services to ensure your continued oral health. At Tecumseh Ridge Dental, we strive to make every visit enjoyable and stress-free for our patients coming from Norman to Moore, Oklahoma City, Newcastle, Goldsby, and Noble. Experience the difference with our compassionate and skilled team, ready to meet all your dental needs.

Schedule your emergency appointment online or call us at 405-85-SMILE.