River Market Dental · Downtown Kansas City

Emergency Dentist in Downtown Kansas City

Modern, patient-friendly care at 317 Delaware Street near the River Market West streetcar stop. Led by Brady LeSher, DDS.

Dental emergencies are stressful. River Market Dental helps patients in Downtown Kansas City and River Market get clear guidance for urgent problems like tooth pain, broken teeth, swelling, infection concerns, or a lost restoration.

Call promptly if you have

• Severe toothache or lingering pain
• Swelling in the gums, face, or jaw
• Broken, cracked, or knocked-out tooth
• Lost crown or filling
• Pain when biting
• Gum abscess or pimple-like swelling
• Dental trauma

What to expect

We focus first on diagnosis and comfort. Depending on the situation, care may involve an exam, X-ray, temporary stabilization, medication guidance when appropriate, a filling, extraction, root canal referral/treatment planning, or another next step.

When to seek medical emergency care

If swelling affects breathing or swallowing, if you have fever with rapidly spreading facial swelling, or if trauma involves serious head/face injury, seek emergency medical care immediately.

FAQs

Can I wait out a toothache? Persistent or severe tooth pain should be evaluated. Dental infections and cracked teeth can worsen if ignored.

What should I do for a knocked-out adult tooth? Handle it by the crown, avoid scrubbing the root, keep it moist, and seek urgent dental care as quickly as possible.

Can you treat swelling? We can evaluate dental sources of swelling and recommend the appropriate next step. Severe or spreading swelling may require emergency medical care.

Do you offer same-day appointments? Availability varies, but urgent concerns should call the office so we can help triage the next step.

What if I am not a current patient? New patients with urgent dental needs can still contact River Market Dental for guidance and appointment availability.

Trusted Sources

• ADA Oral Health Topics — https://www.ada.org/resources/ada-library/oral-health-topics
• MouthHealthy topics index — https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z