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Emergency Dentist in Scottsdale

When a dental emergency strikes, every minute counts. My Scottsdale Dentist provides immediate, same-day emergency dental care in Scottsdale, AZ. Save our number now — you never know when you’ll need us.

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Don't Wait When Your Teeth Need Help Now

A dental emergency can happen to anyone, at any time — a sports injury, biting down on something hard, sudden severe pain that wakes you at 3 AM. When it happens, you need a Scottsdale emergency dentist who can see you the same day and provide expert treatment to save your tooth and relieve your pain.

At My Scottsdale Dentist, Dr. Steven H. Poulos, Dr. Erica Elannan, and Dr. Mike Wassef have more than 50 years of combined experience treating dental emergencies. We keep same-day appointment slots open specifically for emergency patients, so you never have to wait days in pain or settle for a trip to the ER.

We Treat These Emergencies
  • Severe toothache — Persistent pain unresponsive to over-the-counter medication
  • Chipped, cracked, or broken tooth — From trauma, biting hard objects, or weakened enamel
  • Knocked-out tooth — Time-critical; the faster you get here, the better the chance of saving it
  • Lost filling or crown — Exposes sensitive tooth structure to bacteria and further damage
  • Displaced or broken bridge — Affects chewing, speech, and adjacent teeth
  • Abscess or dental infection — Swelling, fever, or pus that could spread if untreated
  • Broken denture — Affecting your ability to eat and speak comfortably
  • Jaw injury or trauma — From falls, sports, accidents, or assault
  • Uncontrolled bleeding — After extraction or from gum tissue
  • Loose or extruded tooth — Partially dislodged from the socket

Why Choose a Scottsdale Emergency Dentist Over the ER?

When a dental emergency happens, many people instinctively head to the hospital emergency room. But for dental-specific emergencies, a dedicated emergency dentist in Scottsdale is almost always the better choice. Here’s why:

Faster, Specialized Treatment

Emergency rooms handle medical emergencies first. A toothache or broken tooth will be triaged behind heart attacks, strokes, and broken bones. At My Scottsdale Dentist, you’re seen by a dentist who treats dental emergencies every day, with the specialized tools and materials needed to fix the problem — not just manage the pain.

Save Your Tooth

ERs can prescribe antibiotics and painkillers, but they can’t re-cement a crown, splint a knocked-out tooth, or perform an emergency root canal. Our emergency dentists can. Quick action by a dental specialist often means the difference between saving and losing a tooth permanently.

Lower Cost

An ER visit for a dental issue typically costs $500-$1,500+ and results in a referral to a dentist anyway. Coming directly to our Scottsdale emergency dental office means you get definitive treatment at a fraction of the cost, often in a single visit.

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

Knowing what to do in the first minutes after a dental emergency can save your tooth. Here are step-by-step instructions for the most common emergencies:

Knocked-Out Tooth
  • Find the tooth and pick it up by the crown (the chewing surface), never the root
  • Rinse gently with water if dirty — do not scrub, scrape, or remove any tissue fragments
  • Try to reinsert the tooth into the socket and hold it in place by gently biting down on a clean cloth
  • If you can’t reinsert it, place the tooth in a cup of milk, saliva, or a tooth preservation kit (available at pharmacies)
  • Get to our office within 30 minutes — the sooner we see you, the higher the chance of successful reimplantation
Severe Toothache
  • Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to reduce bacteria and soothe irritation
  • Floss gently around the affected tooth to remove any trapped food debris
  • Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling (20 minutes on, 20 minutes off)
  • Take over-the-counter pain relief (ibuprofen is preferred; avoid aspirin directly on gums as it can burn tissue)
  • Call us immediately at (480) 614-1122 — a toothache that persists beyond a few hours often indicates infection
Chipped or Broken Tooth
  • Save any pieces of the broken tooth
  • Rinse your mouth and the broken pieces with warm water
  • Apply gauze to any bleeding areas for 10 minutes or until bleeding stops
  • Apply a cold compress to the lip or cheek near the broken tooth to reduce swelling
  • Cover sharp edges with dental wax or sugarless gum to protect your tongue and cheeks
  • Call us to schedule a same-day emergency visit
Lost Filling or Crown
  1. Save the crown or filling if you can find it
  2. Apply clove oil (available at pharmacies) to the sensitive area with a cotton swab for temporary pain relief
  3. If it’s a crown, try to slip it back over the tooth using denture adhesive or toothpaste as temporary cement — do not use super glue
  4. Call us right away — an exposed tooth is vulnerable to decay and further damage
Don't wait with a dental emergency.

The longer you wait, the more complicated (and expensive) treatment becomes.

Emergency Dental Care for Scottsdale Families

My Scottsdale Dentist provides emergency dental care for patients of all ages throughout Scottsdale and the surrounding communities. We serve patients from Scottsdale, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Tempe, Phoenix, and Mesa.

Our office is conveniently located at 9070 E Desert Cove Ave, Suite 105, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. We’re open Monday through Saturday with same-day emergency slots available every day we’re open.

Office Hours
  • Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (alternating weeks)
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (alternating weeks)
After hours? Call our emergency line at (480) 614-1122 to reach Dr. Poulos directly. We understand that emergencies don’t follow a schedule.
Insurance and Payment for Emergency Visits

We accept most major PPO dental insurance plans. If cost is a concern, we offer flexible financing through CareCreditCherry, and ScratchPay — so you never have to delay treatment due to finances. We also accept our MSD Dental Plan membership ($99/year) for patients without insurance.

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Dr. Poulos is amazing , always getting a great care in his office
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Best dental I’ve ever been to hands down, they fr care about the patients not just money, God bless these people
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I am treated very well. All personnel are attentive and I believe look out for my best interest.
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Dr. Poulos and the hygienists Coral were incredible!! I had an emergency tooth issue on July 4 of all the days!! Amazingly My Scottsdale dentist was open and took great care of me! This was my first time at MSD and I was in excellent hands!!
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Wonderful office. Everyone works together. I’m still amazed that I can call and set an appointment the same day!
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I visited the practice for a teeth cleaning, and the experience was excellent. They brought me back early for my appointment, did a great job with my cleaning, and were easy to schedule with for my next appointment. Overall, they are a 6 on a 5 scale…😊
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When my bridge unexpectedly fell out after 18 years on June 22, I called My Scottsdale Dentist, and they were able to see me the very same day at noon. Dr. Elannan thoroughly evaluated my situation, explained all of my options, and developed a plan to replace my bridge. Within just 2½ hours, I left with a temporary bridge, and they had already ordered my new porcelain bridge. I was so impressed by their efficiency, professionalism, and genuine care. Our family cannot say enough good things about this practice. Every time we’ve called—whether during regular office hours or after hours—they have been responsive, accommodating, and compassionate. I highly recommend Dr. Elannan and the entire My Scottsdale Dentist team to anyone looking for exceptional dental care. They truly go above and beyond for their patients!
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I would you like to thank Dr. Poulos and he’s staff for doing such an amazing job. Also for being available on a Sunday morning to see me and making my tooth extraction go very smoothly and pain free. We appreciate you Dr. Poulos!! Maribel R.
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I recently visited my dentist’s office, and I can’t say enough good things. The whole team is incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel comfortable from the moment I arrive. My dentist is very experienced—he always takes the time to explain everything and does everything he can to ensure my teeth are well taken care of. I highly recommend them to anyone needing dental work!
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Been a patient over 10 years, great staff and top notch dental work. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a dentist in Scottsdale.

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