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Dental emergencies · Orem, Utah
Broken crown, cracked denture, or a tooth that hurts? Call us.
Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, Utah offers emergency dental appointments. Call (801) 226-6565 and our team will find you the soonest open time. You do not need a referral.
Why it matters
A broken tooth or a denture that snaps never happens at a good time. A clear next step makes it easier to handle.
Call (801) 226-6565What counts as a dental emergency?
If something in your mouth broke, came loose, or hurts enough to keep you from eating or sleeping, call us. These are the problems we see most often:
- A crown, bridge, or veneer that came off or broke.
- A denture that cracked, broke, or suddenly does not fit.
- An implant crown or implant-supported denture that feels loose or broke.
- A chipped, cracked, or broken tooth.
- Tooth pain or swelling that will not settle down.
- Go to the emergency room or call 911, not a dental office, for trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling that spreads toward your eye or neck, bleeding that will not stop, or a serious injury to the face.
Right now
What to do while you wait.
A few simple steps protect the tooth or the restoration until we can see you.
1
Call the office
Call (801) 226-6565. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Tell us what happened so we can find the right appointment.
2
Save every piece
Keep the crown, the broken denture, or the piece of tooth in a clean bag or container and bring it with you. Do not glue anything back in place with household glue.
3
Protect the area
Chew on the other side, keep the area clean, and use a cold pack on the outside of your cheek for swelling. Follow the label on any over-the-counter pain reliever.
4
We examine and explain
We look at the problem, take images if we need them, and tell you your options before we do anything. Some problems are fixed in one visit. Others need a temporary repair first.
Common questions
Questions about dental emergencies
Do you offer emergency dental appointments in Orem?
Yes. Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, Utah offers emergency dental appointments. Call (801) 226-6565 during office hours, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and our team will find you the soonest open time.
My crown came off. What should I do?
Keep the crown and bring it with you. Do not glue it back with household glue. Chew on the other side, keep the area clean, and call the office. A crown that came off cleanly can often be checked and put back, but sometimes the tooth under it needs care first. We will explain before we do anything.
My denture cracked or broke. Can it be fixed?
Many broken dentures can be repaired, and some are better replaced. It depends on where the break is and how well the denture fit before. Bring every piece, do not glue it at home, and call us. We will tell you honestly whether a repair, a reline, or a new denture makes more sense.
My implant crown or implant denture feels loose. Is that urgent?
Yes, call soon, even if it does not hurt. A loose part can wear down or break other parts over time. Avoid chewing on it and call the office so we can check it.
What if it happens when the office is closed?
Protect the area, save any pieces, and call when we open. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling that is spreading fast, or bleeding that will not stop, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
Do I need a referral for an emergency visit?
No. You do not need a referral to see a prosthodontist at Christensen Prosthodontics in Orem, Utah. Many patients are referred by their dentist, and many reach out on their own. Call (801) 226-6565 or request a consultation.
How much does an emergency visit cost?
It depends on what we find and what fixes it. We explain the cost before treatment starts, and larger repairs come with a written plan. Our team can walk you through insurance and payment options.
Related care pathways
After the emergency, the long-term fix
Many emergencies lead to a question about what comes next. These pathways cover the most common answers.
Dentures
Repairs, relines, and new full, partial, or implant-supported dentures.
See the pathwayDental implants
Replacing a tooth that cannot be saved, from a single tooth to a full arch.
See implant careWe can help
Something broke? Call us today.
Call (801) 226-6565, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Bring any pieces with you.