Louisiana Dental Center
2121 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, United States
+1 504-218-8370
Mon 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tues 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Wed 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Thurs 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Fri 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun Closed
Bluebonnet Dental Care
4451 Bluebonnet Blvd, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70809, United States
+1 225-767-2273
Mon 8 AM – 5 PM
Tues 8 AM – 5 PM
Wed 8 AM – 5 PM
Thurs 8 AM – 5 PM
Fri 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
R. Michael Warren, DDS, PLLC
695 San Antonio Ave, Many, LA 71449, United States
+1 318-383-2028
Mon 8 AM – 5 PM
Tues 8 AM – 5 PM
Wed 8 AM – 5 PM
Thurs 8 AM – 5 PM
Fri 8 AM – 5 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Looking for an emergency dentist in Louisiana? Call Express Dentist on 1-844-593-0591 now! We can get you same-day, after-hours, and weekend dental appointments with 24-hour dentists in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Metairie, and other towns and cities across the state. Whether you’ve got a damaged tooth, severe tooth pain, or some other dental emergency, get the treatment you need quickly and easily.
Express Dentist has partnered with top-rated emergency dentists in Louisiana and nationwide. You can call the hotline number 1-844-593-0591 for emergency dental care from coast to coast, including New York, California, Colorado, and Idaho. We can give you instant access to urgent dental care in cities like Baltimore, Fresno, Tucson, and Colorado Springs.
How to find an emergency dentist in Louisiana?
It’s as easy as making one phone call. To find an emergency dentist in Louisiana, all you have to do is call Express Dentist on 1-844-593-0591. This is a tollfree hotline and all calls are completely free of cost. Lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Friendly and helpful operators are on standby to understand your problem, answer your questions, and get you an appointment with a 24-hour dentist in your Louisiana community.
Why see an emergency dentist?
Many people wonder why they should go see an emergency dentist at all. After all, can’t the local emergency room deal with common dental issues? So, here’s the thing. Yes, it’s true that your local ER can provide temporary relief from dental symptoms. But it is unlikely that your ER will provide definitive treatment for your oral health problem. An emergency dentist, on the other hand, can identify the cause of your symptoms and treat the issue properly.
For example, if you have toothache, the ER might give you pain relievers and antibiotics and send you on your way. You will have to get in to see your regular dentist within a day or two. This is important to get to the bottom of what is causing your tooth pain.
An emergency dentist in Louisiana (or wherever you live) will identify the cause of your toothache and treat the problem accordingly. So, if you have tooth decay, they may offer pain relievers and antibiotics, but can also perform more definitive treatments. You might benefit from professional teeth cleaning, root canal, or tooth extraction, for example.
The Express Dentist hotline 1-844-593-0591 can help you get fast relief from tooth pain and other dental problems. We can get you same-day appointments with leading 24-hour dentists near you.
What are some common dental emergencies?
It can be difficult to know what is a dental emergency versus a non-emergency. Do you need to see a dentist as soon as possible? Or can you wait for a few days until your regular dentist can get you in?
According to the American Dental Association (ADA), a dental emergency is something that is potentially life-threatening and requires immediate action. This includes things like ongoing bleeding from the mouth that does not stop even after 10-15 minutes of applying pressure. 1
Other examples of dental emergencies include:
- Severe dental pain
- Chipped or broken tooth
- Knocked-out tooth
- Lost filling or crown
- Tooth abscess
- Broken dental appliances or orthodontics
- Problems with opening or closing the jaw
When is toothache a dental emergency?
Toothache is a dental emergency when the pain is severe, it does not get better with over-the-counter pain relievers, or it lasts for more than 1-2 days. This should be evaluated by an emergency dentist.
The most common cause of tooth pain is an advanced cavity or tooth infection. Without proper care, the problem can get worse. It’s important to seek care from your regular dentist as soon as possible. If your busy lifestyle does not allow you to get in during regular business hours, you should consult an emergency dentist in Louisiana.
Express Dentist at 1-844-593-0591 can get you the proper care you need with after-hours and weekend dental appointments.
How do you handle common dental emergencies?
Here is a brief overview of what to do for some common dental problems. Keep in mind that these are temporary measures that can tide you over until you see an emergency dentist. You should not delay seeking professional care as it could lead to serious health complications.
Toothache
- Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
- Use dental floss to remove food particles from between teeth.
- Apply a cold compress on the outside of your mouth.
- Take an over-the-counter pain medication.
Broken or chipped tooth
- Save any pieces if you can.
- Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
- Apply a clean gauze to any bleeding point and hold pressure for 10 minutes.
- Apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth to keep swelling down.
Knocked-out tooth
- Hold the tooth by the crown (the white, chewing surface).
- Rinse the knocked-out tooth with clean, cold water if it’s dirty. Do not scrub or wrap the tooth in anything.
- Try to put the tooth back in its place. If this is not impossible, keep it moist in a little bit of saliva or milk. If you have a tooth preservation kit, use it.
- Get to an emergency dentist as soon as possible. The chances of saving a knocked-out tooth are greatest when you see a dentist within 1 hour of the injury.
How to pay an emergency dentist in Louisiana?
Express Dentist has partnered with leading dentists who accept cash, credit cards, and private PPO insurance in Louisiana. If you’re not sure whether a 24-hour emergency dentist in Louisiana will accept your dental insurance, call Express Dentist on 1-844-593-0591. Operators will help you find dentists who you’re your insurance. If you are uninsured, we can help you find affordable dental care near you.
In general, emergency dental care tends to be slightly more expensive than regular dental care. However, many emergency dentists offer affordable treatments for common dental problems. Some even offer flexible payment plans or have collaborated with third-party lenders who can give you a personal loan.
The important thing is to seek proper dental care without delay. Failure to do so can lead to serious complications and the need for costly treatments in the future. Express Dentist has a nationwide network of accredited dental professionals with years of experience. Our partner providers are trained to handle all kinds of dental emergencies. So, if you’re looking for an emergency dentist in Louisiana, call Express Dentist on 1-844-593-0591 right away.
About the author
Dr. Greg Grillo
Dr. Greg Grillo DDS studied at the University of Washington where he received a bachelors degree with Honors and later attended dental school on the same campus. Following school Dr. Greg served in the United States Navy as a dental officer. During this time he received advanced training in specialty areas of dentistry while also treating families of members of the military.
As well as sharing valuable information on dentistry and oral health, Dr. Greg remains a practicing dentist to this day. He works with families in the Okanogan Valley where he lives with his wife and three children.
- American Dental Association. ADA develops guidelines on dental emergency, nonemergency care. Available online. Accessed on August 9, 2022.
