Dental Emergencies
Emergency Dentist in Brighton, CO
Dental emergencies in Brighton should be treated the same day. Broken teeth, lost crowns, knocked-out teeth and severe toothaches get worse — and cost more — the longer they wait. Call Brighton Restorative Dentistry at (303) 659-1825 and our team will do our best to see you today.
Same-Day Care
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
If you are unsure, call us — describing the problem takes two minutes, and our Brighton team can tell you over the phone whether you need to be seen now or can wait for a scheduled visit.
Knocked-Out Tooth
Time matters most here. Pick the tooth up by the crown (the part you chew with), avoid scrubbing the root, and keep it moist in milk or saline. If you get to us within about an hour, we may be able to save it.
Broken or Cracked Tooth
Rinse gently with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Even a small crack can let bacteria in, so call us the same day to have it evaluated and restored.
Lost Crown or Filling
Keep the crown if you have it — it can often be re-cemented. Avoid chewing on that side, and call us promptly so the exposed tooth does not become sensitive or damaged further.
Severe Toothache
Rinse with warm salt water and floss gently to remove trapped food. Persistent or throbbing pain usually means the nerve is involved, which requires treatment — not just medication.
Dental Abscess or Swelling
An abscess is an infection that will not heal on its own and can spread if untreated. Call us immediately. Facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing requires an emergency room visit first.
Bleeding Gums or Mouth Injury
Apply firm pressure with clean gauze for 10–15 minutes. If bleeding does not slow down, or the injury followed a fall or impact to the face, contact us right away for an evaluation.
Call 911 or go to the ER instead if you have:
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Swelling that spreads to your eye or neck
- Facial trauma with heavy bleeding that will not stop
- A broken jaw or suspected facial fracture
These symptoms can be life-threatening and need emergency medical care first. Once you are stable, we can take care of the teeth.
Before you reach our office:
- Store a knocked-out tooth in milk or saline — never in plain water or dry.
- Keep a lost crown and try a small dab of denture adhesive to temporarily seat it.
- Apply a cold compress in 15-minute intervals for swelling or facial pain.
- Avoid aspirin directly on the gum near a toothache — it can burn the tissue.
Our Brighton Office
Brighton Restorative Dentistry
Our Brighton office on East Bridge Street handles dental emergencies for patients across Brighton, Commerce City, Henderson, and the surrounding communities. Dr. Negar Massah (prosthodontist) and Dr. Erich Lutz (general dentist) treat everything from chipped teeth to full restorations under one roof.
2700 East Bridge Street, Suite 101, Brighton, CO 80601
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an emergency dental visit cost in Brighton, CO?
Cost depends on the treatment your emergency needs — an exam and X-ray to diagnose the problem is the starting point, and treatment ranges from a simple filling to a crown, root canal, or extraction. Our Brighton team will verify your insurance benefits before treatment and offer payment plans and financing options if you need them.
Can a knocked-out tooth be saved?
Often, yes — if you act quickly. A tooth has the best chance of being saved when it is re-implanted within about an hour. Keep it moist in milk or saline, handle it only by the crown, and get to our Brighton office as fast as you can.
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments in Brighton?
Yes. Call us at (303) 659-1825 and we will do our best to see you the same day. Morning calls give us the most flexibility to work you in, but reach out whenever the emergency happens — we would rather see you late than have you wait.
Will my dental insurance cover emergency care?
Most dental insurance plans cover emergency exams and the treatments that resolve them, such as fillings, crowns, and extractions. Our front desk team will review your plan with you before treatment begins so there are no surprises.
Looking for general answers instead? See our full FAQ page.
Dealing With a Dental Emergency Right Now?
Call Brighton Restorative Dentistry at (303) 659-1825 — our team will do everything we can to see you today and relieve your pain.