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Emergency Dentistry

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Need emergency dental care in Carlisle, Iowa? Call Des Moines River Dental Care at (515) 989-3180 to describe your concern and ask about the earliest available appointment. Our office at 65 School St welcomes patients from Carlisle, Indianola, Des Moines and surrounding communities.

For urgent dental concerns, we perform a limited, problem-focused exam to evaluate the affected tooth or area. Your dentist will explain the findings, discuss treatment options and outline the next steps. Same-day appointments depend on availability and your care needs, so please call before coming in.

Call promptly about concerns such as:

  • A sudden, severe toothache
  • A badly cracked or broken tooth
  • A knocked-out permanent tooth
  • A loose or partially dislodged permanent tooth
  • Swelling or a suspected dental abscess
  • A lost or broken filling, crown or other restoration

Cleveland Clinic’s dental emergency guide explains these concerns and when to seek care. Uncontrolled bleeding or a serious facial injury requires immediate emergency medical attention.

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Reach Out with Your Dental Emergency

For urgent scheduling, call our Carlisle office rather than waiting for an online response. If you are a current patient with a dental emergency after regular office hours, call our main number for after-hours instructions. Review our emergency policy and office hours for details.

Call (515) 989-3180 to discuss your concern. For nonurgent scheduling, request an appointment online and our team will follow up to confirm availability.