Emergency Dental Care
Emergency Dentist in Nampa, ID
A sudden toothache or broken tooth can throw off your whole day. When something goes wrong with your smile, the team at Nampa Smiles is here to provide prompt, compassionate emergency dental care and help you feel comfortable again.
Whether you’re dealing with severe tooth pain, a dental infection, a broken tooth, or a lost crown, we’re here to help. Same-day emergency appointments may be available, and our Nampa Downtown office opens as early as 7:00 AM, Monday through Saturday.
Not sure which office to call? Call our main line at 208-466-4100
Find Your Office
Find Your Nearest Nampa Smiles Office.
With three convenient locations throughout Nampa, including Downtown, South Nampa, and Greenhurst, getting emergency dental care is easier. Choose the office closest to you and call ahead. Our team will help assess your situation and work to schedule an appointment as quickly as possible.
Emergency Dentist Hours
Earliest Opening First.
Woke up with a toothache or broke a tooth unexpectedly? We’re here to help you find care as soon as possible. Our Nampa Downtown office opens at 7:00 AM Monday through Saturday, while our South Nampa and Greenhurst locations offer convenient weekday appointments. Emergency appointments may be available the same day. We recommend calling ahead so our team can help you find the soonest available time.
Nampa Smiles Downtown
Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Office
- Nampa Smiles Downtown
- Nampa Smiles South
- Nampa Smiles Greenhurst
Monday to Friday
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
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Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
Friday: 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM -
Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM;
1st & 3rd Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Saturday
- 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Closed
- Closed
Sunday
- Closed
- Closed
- Closed
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
The Nampa Smiles team treats a wide range of urgent dental problems, including throbbing toothaches, dental abscesses, chipped or broken teeth, lost crowns, and injuries caused by sports or falls.
Some dental problems require immediate attention, while others can safely wait for a regular appointment. If you’re unsure whether your situation is an emergency, give our team a call.
Call Us Right Away For:
- A knocked-out adult tooth. Get to a dentist within an hour for the best chance of saving it.
- A tooth pushed out of place or loosened by a fall, a sport, or an accident.
- A cracked or broken tooth that hurts, bleeds, or has a sharp edge cutting your cheek or tongue.
- A toothache that over-the-counter pain relief does not control.
- Swelling in the gum, jaw, or face, or a pimple-like bump on the gum
- Bleeding from the mouth that keeps going after 15 to 20 minutes of firm pressure.
- A lost crown or filling that leaves the tooth painful.
Usually Safe To Wait For A Regular Appointment:
- A small chip with no pain and no sharp edge.
- A lost filling or crown with no pain. Keep the crown and bring it with you.
- Mild sensitivity to hot or cold.
- A dull ache that over-the-counter pain relief controls.
- Food stuck between teeth. Try flossing first.
- A broken night guard, retainer, or aligner.
Book these as soon as you can. If the pain or swelling gets worse, treat it as an emergency and call.
Go to the ER or Call 911 Instead If:
Swelling is spreading toward your eye or down your neck. You have trouble breathing or swallowing. You have a fever along with facial swelling. You may have a broken jaw or a head injury. Bleeding is heavy and does not slow with pressure. These can become life-threatening. A hospital is the right place for them.
Before You Arrive
What to Do on the Way to the Emergency Dentist
These simple steps can help protect your tooth and make the situation easier to manage while you are getting to the office.
Knocked-Out Tooth
- Pick it up by the crown, the white chewing part. Do not touch the root.
- If it is dirty, rinse it for a few seconds with milk or water. Do not scrub it or wrap it in tissue.
- Try to set it back in the socket and bite gently on a clean cloth to hold it.
- If it will not go back in, keep it in a small cup of milk.
- An adult can also hold it inside the cheek.
- Do not put a baby tooth back in. Call us for next steps.
Loose or Shifted Tooth
- Leave it in place.
- Do not wiggle it or push it with your tongue.
- Bite down gently on a clean cloth to keep it steady.
Broken or Chipped Tooth
- Rinse your mouth with warm water and save any pieces.
- Hold a cold compress on your cheek to limit swelling.
- Cover a sharp edge with sugar-free gum or dental wax.
Toothache or Swelling
- Rinse with warm salt water.
- Floss gently around the tooth in case food is trapped.
- Take an over-the-counter pain reliever as the label directs.
- Never put aspirin or any tablet directly on the gum.
- Use a cold compress on the outside of your face. Do not use heat.
Bleeding
- Bite firmly on folded gauze or a damp black tea bag for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Do not rinse hard or keep spitting.
- Still bleeding steadily after that? Call us.
- Heavy bleeding that will not slow means the ER.
Lost Crown or Filling
- Keep the crown in a clean container and bring it.
- Do not reattach it with household glue.
Nervous about the visit? Ask about sedation dentistry when you call.
Emergency Dentist FAQ
Emergency Dentist FAQ
What counts as a dental emergency?
Call right away for a knocked-out or loosened adult tooth, or a broken tooth with pain or bleeding. Swelling in the gum or face, severe pain, and bleeding that will not stop also count. A small painless chip or a lost filling without pain can usually wait for a regular appointment.
Can I see an emergency dentist on Saturday?
Our Nampa Smiles Downtown office is open Saturday and opens at 7:00 AM. Call before you come in so the team knows you are on the way and can give you the soonest available time. Saturday hours for all three offices are in the hours table on this page.
What should I do if a tooth gets knocked out?
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root. Rinse it briefly if it is dirty, then try to set it back in the socket and bite on a clean cloth. If it will not go in, keep it in milk. Call us and get to a dentist within an hour.
Should I go to the ER or an emergency dentist?
Call 911 or go to the ER for trouble breathing or swallowing, or swelling spreading to your eye or neck. The same goes for a possible broken jaw or heavy bleeding that will not slow down. For tooth pain, broken teeth, and knocked-out teeth, call an emergency dentist. Most ERs can manage pain and infection but cannot repair teeth.
What to expect during the emergency dental visit?
When you come to Nampa Smiles for a dental emergency, our priority is to understand what’s causing your discomfort and help you get the care you need.
Your visit begins with a careful dental examination. When necessary, digital X-rays help our team get a closer look at the affected tooth and surrounding structures to identify the source of the problem.
Depending on your needs, treatment may include addressing an infection, repairing a damaged tooth, evaluating a dental injury, or restoring a lost filling or crown.
Our team will explain your findings, discuss your treatment options, and help you determine the best next steps for your dental health.
Why fast dental emergency visit matter?
Seeking dental care promptly can do more than relieve discomfort. Early evaluation and treatment may help protect your natural teeth, prevent infections from worsening, and reduce the risk of more extensive dental procedures.
A dental problem that seems minor today can sometimes develop into a condition requiring a root canal, extraction, or other treatment if left untreated.
Addressing problems early may also help reduce future treatment costs, depending on the condition.
At Nampa Smiles, we’re committed to helping you make informed decisions about your oral health while keeping your comfort and long-term well-being in mind.
