A dental emergency is stressful, and you shouldn’t have to figure it out on your own. Dr. Kha Nguyen and Dr. Schackman keep time open every day for urgent care, so we can see you the same day and get you out of pain fast.
Call (303) 228-0224 and tell us what happened. We set aside time every day for emergencies, so we can usually see you the same day.
Step through our hidden bookshelf door into the speakeasy lounge. We’ll check you in right away so you can settle in.
We find the source of the problem quickly with AI-assisted X-rays, then treat it gently. Make yourself at home in a private suite with a weighted blanket or noise-canceling headphones.
We can offer nitrous oxide or oral medication like Valium or Halcion to help you relax during your visit. Read more about our sedation options here.
Our Aurora team handles most urgent dental problems, including:
Throbbing pain often points to an infection or injury. We find the cause and stop the pain.
Call us immediately. Seeing you within an hour gives us the best chance of saving the tooth.
A damaged tooth leaves the nerve exposed. We protect it and restore its strength and shape.
We cover the sensitive area and replace the restoration so your bite feels normal again.
Infections can spread quickly. We relieve the pressure and treat the source
Hold the tooth by the top, never the root. Rinse it gently with water. If you can, place it back in the socket. If not, keep it in a small container of milk or saliva.
Hold a cold compress against your cheek for 15 minutes at a time. If swelling makes it hard to breathe or swallow, call 911 right away.
Take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen as the label directs. Never hold aspirin against your gums because it burns the tissue.
Dental problems rarely get better on their own, and waiting can turn a quick fix into a bigger one. Call us now, and we’ll be ready for you when you arrive.
Severe pain, a knocked-out tooth, heavy bleeding, or facial swelling all need same-day care. If something feels wrong and you’re unsure, call us and we’ll guide you on what to do next.
An over-the-counter anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen, taken as the label directs, can help. Don’t place aspirin directly on your gums. If you take other medications or have health conditions, check with your pharmacist first.
Use a cold compress on your cheek and call us as soon as you can, since swelling often means infection. If the swelling affects your breathing or swallowing, call 911.
Please don’t. Household glue isn’t safe for your mouth and can damage both your tooth and the crown. Keep the crown somewhere safe, bring it with you, and call us so we can reattach or replace it.
Yes. We can offer nitrous oxide or oral medication like Valium or Halcion during your emergency visit. If you’d prefer to be fully asleep, we schedule that separately with a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA), so it isn’t available on the same day.
