
Emergency Dentist
Dental emergencies happen suddenly. At Holmes Dental, we offer emergency services in Fort Collins to relieve pain and protect your oral health.

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Dental emergencies can happen suddenly and often require quick attention to relieve pain, stop bleeding, or prevent further damage to your teeth and gums. If you experience any of the following issues, it’s important to contact your dentist as soon as possible for proper evaluation and care.

Common Dental Emergencies
Persistent or intense tooth pain may indicate infection, deep decay, or nerve damage.
Severe Tooth Pain
Persistent or intense tooth pain may indicate infection, deep decay, or nerve damage.
Broken or Cracked Teeth
Damage to a tooth can expose sensitive layers and may worsen if not treated quickly.
Knocked-Out Tooth
A tooth that has been dislodged requires immediate care for the best chance of saving it.
Swelling, Infection, or Dental Trauma
Swelling, lost fillings, or injuries may indicate serious dental issues needing prompt care.


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Immediate Steps for Dental Injuries
Quick actions you can take immediately after a dental injury to protect your teeth and reduce further damage.
Schedule Your VisitFor a Broken or Fractured Tooth
-Rinse with warm water
- Apply a cold compress
- Save any fragments if possible
- Contact our office immediately
- Apply a cold compress
- Save any fragments if possible
- Contact our office immediately

For a Knocked-Out Tooth
-Handle the tooth by the crown only
- Rinse gently if dirty
- Try to place it back in the socket
- If not possible, store in milk or saliva
- Seek immediate care
- Rinse gently if dirty
- Try to place it back in the socket
- If not possible, store in milk or saliva
- Seek immediate care
For General Trauma
-Rinse with warm water
- Apply a cold compress
- Call us right away
- Apply a cold compress
- Call us right away
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Comprehensive Treatment Options
Whether you’re visiting us for the first time or returning for ongoing care, we make it easy to get what you need.
Schedule Your VisitTreatment May Include:
-Dental bonding
-Crowns
-Root canal therapy
-Tooth extraction
-Temporary restorations
-Crowns
-Root canal therapy
-Tooth extraction
-Temporary restorations

Frequently Asked Questions
Emergency dentistry restores smiles and keeps teeth healthy during urgent situations. Our treatments are quick, natural-looking, and help regain confidence.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe pain, knocked-out teeth, fractures, bleeding, swelling, or trauma to the mouth require immediate evaluation.
Can a knocked-out tooth be saved?
Yes, if treated quickly. The sooner you reach us, the higher the chance of successful reimplantation.
How can I reduce pain before my appointment?
Rinse with warm water, apply a cold compress, and use over-the-counter pain relief as directed.
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
Yes. We prioritize urgent dental concerns.
What if I’m unsure whether it’s an emergency?
Call our office. We will assess your symptoms and guide you on next steps.







