Emergency Dental Care
If you are experiencing a dental emergency in the Salt Lake City area, we are here to help.
About Our Practice: Experience the Independent Difference
At the office of Dr. Stephen Johansen, we believe dental care should be about patients, not production goals. Unlike corporate-owned dental chains that answer to shareholders and monthly quotas, our practice is locally and privately owned. This independence allows us to practice "slow-paced" dentistry, where we take the time to listen to your concerns and provide honest, high-quality care without the high-pressure upsell.
When you have a dental emergency, you aren't just another number in a system. You are a neighbor in pain who deserves immediate attention from a doctor you can trust. Dr. Johansen personally oversees every case, ensuring you receive personalized treatment using the best materials available. From our conservative approach to our direct after-hours guidance, we are here to provide the Salt Lake community with a professional, ethical, and calm alternative to the "dental mill" experience. No corporate mandates—just dedicated care for your smile.
Don’t pay more than you should!
Give us a call today at 801-676-1234.
Many dental offices that treat emergencies charge extra fees for the convenience of being seen immediately. We DO NOT CHARGE EXTRA for emergency exams or treatment. You are already having a bad day with a terrible tooth ache, don’t make it worse by over paying for dental treatment. Many corporate dental websites will say that they charge “normal” fees, the problem is you don’t know what is or isn’t normal. We have had multiple patients come in for a 2nd opinion emergency exam and been blown away by what was quoted.
If you are experiencing an after hours dental emergency call us first. Dr. Johansen’s cell number is on the answering machine. Give him a chance to help you find a way to save some money by avoiding one of the other offices that charge high fees for after hour visits.
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Accidents do happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving a tooth and losing a tooth. Below is some advice for dealing with dental emergencies.
Bitten Lip or Tongue
Clean the area gently with a cloth and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If the bleeding doesn't stop go to a hospital emergency room immediately.
Broken Tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area. Use cold compresses on the area to keep any swelling down if you were hit in the face. Call a dentist immediately.
Knocked Out Tooth
Hold the tooth by the crown (DO NOT TOUCH THE ROOT) and rinse off the root of the tooth in water if it is dirty. Do not scrub or remove any attached tissue fragments. If possible, gently insert and hold the tooth in its socket. Holding the tooth somewhere in the mouth is also a good option. If that isn't possible, put the tooth in a cup of milk or better yet saliva, and get to the dentist as quickly as possible. If you can get to a dentist within 30 minutes of the accident the chance of saving the tooth is much improved.
Cracked Tooth
If you feel that your tooth is cracked immediately call a dentist. Do not bite or chew in that area until you can be seen and treated.
Jaw-Possibly Broken
Apply cold compresses to control swelling. Go to a dental office or a hospital emergency room immediately.
Toothache
Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss or an interdental cleaner to ensure that there is no food or debris caught between the teeth. Never put aspirin or any other pain killer against the gums near the aching tooth because it may burn the tissue. Contact a dentist immediately.