{"id":29,"date":"2025-12-17T22:45:28","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T22:45:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fgcontent.wpengine.com\/avenuedentalcare\/?page_id=29"},"modified":"2026-02-18T07:20:01","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T15:20:01","slug":"emergency-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.avenuedentalcares.com\/spokane-wa\/our-services\/emergency-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Need urgent dental care? Dental emergencies are never convenient \u2013 and can often be painful, stressful, and overwhelming. At <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/\">Avenue Dental Group<\/a> in Spokane, Washington, <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/about-us\/meet-our-doctors\/\">Dr. Navdeep Virk and Dr. Gregg Liedtka<\/a> provide prompt, compassionate emergency dental care focused on relieving pain, stabilizing your condition, and protecting your long-term oral health.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re dealing with severe tooth pain, facial swelling, a broken or knocked-out tooth, or a lost <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/our-services\/restorative-dentistry\/\">filling or crown<\/a>, our team prioritizes emergency exams and treatment for urgent dental concerns. We make every effort to offer same-day emergency appointments, so you can receive timely diagnosis and treatment when it matters most.<\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-16841 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.avenuedentalcares.com\/spokane-wa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/emergency_1_spokane_wa_dentist.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"469\" \/>When to Call for Emergency Dental Care<\/h2>\n<p>You should contact our office immediately if you experience:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe or persistent tooth pain<\/li>\n<li>Facial, jaw, or gum swelling<\/li>\n<li>A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth<\/li>\n<li>A cracked, broken, or fractured tooth<\/li>\n<li>A lost filling or crown causing pain or sensitivity<\/li>\n<li>Signs of infection, such as swelling, fever, or a bad taste in the mouth<\/li>\n<li>Dental trauma from an accident or sports injury<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure whether your situation qualifies as an emergency, it\u2019s always best to call. Early treatment can often prevent more serious complications, and can make all the difference in saving your tooth.<\/p>\n<h2>Same-Day Emergency Appointments<\/h2>\n<p>Dental emergencies can escalate quickly, which is why Avenue Dental Group is committed to providing same-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible. When you call <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/about-us\/\">our office<\/a>, our caring team will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Listen carefully to your symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Provide guidance or first-aid instructions until you arrive<\/li>\n<li>Arrange the earliest available appointment to address your emergency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Once you\u2019re in our care, <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/about-us\/meet-our-doctors\/\">Dr. Virk or Dr. Liedtka<\/a> will thoroughly evaluate the problem, take any necessary digital X-rays, and focus first on relieving pain and stabilizing your condition. From there, we\u2019ll explain your treatment options clearly and help you decide on the best next steps.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Expect During an Emergency Visit<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-16843 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.avenuedentalcares.com\/spokane-wa\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/02\/emergency_2_spokane_wa_dentist.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"282\" \/>Our priority during an emergency appointment is your comfort and safety. Treatment may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pain relief and infection control<\/li>\n<li>Repairing or stabilizing a damaged tooth<\/li>\n<li>Replacing or temporarily restoring a crown or filling<\/li>\n<li>Treating dental infections or abscesses<\/li>\n<li>Creating a plan for follow-up or <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/our-services\/restorative-dentistry\/\">restorative care<\/a> if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our doctors will take the time to answer your questions and ensure you leave feeling informed, relieved, and supported.<\/p>\n<h3>Compassionate Care When You Need It Most<\/h3>\n<p>At Avenue Dental Group, we never want <a href=\"\/spokane-wa\/new-patients\/\">our patients<\/a> to have to endure dental pain or wait for a serious problem to worsen. If you\u2019re experiencing a dental emergency, your well-being is our top priority.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:+1-509-467-8000\">Contact Avenue Dental Group<\/a> in Spokane right away to schedule an emergency appointment. 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