Abscess drainage and antibiotics in Columbia
Immediate relief from pressure, swelling and infection.
Helpline open now, same-day appointments in Columbia
24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Columbia, TN
Every hour spent with an infected tooth makes treatment harder. In Columbia, TN, we can usually get you seen the same day, often within a few hours of your call.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Columbia today?
The quickest way is to ring 1-855-219-4656. Our operators keep current availability for Columbia partner dentists and can usually place you the same day. They also tell you what to do for the pain until you are seen and what to bring.
Emergency dentists serving Columbia and Maury County
From Columbia proper to Franklin, Brentwood, Shelbyville, we work with dentists across Maury County who set aside same-day emergency slots. Tell us where you are and we route you to the closest one that is open.
ZIP codes covered in Columbia: 38401, 38402
Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Maury County and can refer you to the nearest open clinic.
Partner clinic locations are shared when you call, so you are sent to the one that is open and closest to you.
Emergency dental services available in Columbia
Pediatric emergency dentist in Columbia
Gentle care for kids' knocked-out teeth, injuries and pain.
Same-day denture repair in Columbia
Cracked plates and broken denture teeth fixed while you wait.
Lost crown and filling replacement in Columbia
Temporary or permanent restoration in one visit.
Emergency oral surgery in Columbia
Complex extractions, jaw injuries and facial swelling.
Sedation for anxious patients in Columbia
Nitrous or oral sedation so treatment can happen today.
What to do while you wait for your Columbia appointment
- Pain relief: ibuprofen and acetaminophen taken together, as the labels allow, usually work better than either alone. Avoid heat on the face.
- Bleeding: bite on clean gauze or a damp tea bag for 20 minutes without checking. If it soaks through repeatedly, tell the operator when you call.
- Lost filling or crown: keep the crown if you have it. Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the tooth until your appointment.
- Tooth knocked out: do not scrub the root. Put the tooth in milk or hold it in your cheek and get to the dentist within the hour if you can.
Read the full first-aid guides: cracked tooth, broken braces or wire, knocked-out tooth.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Columbia, TN?
What you pay in Columbia, TN depends on the treatment, not on the time of day. Partner dentists do not inflate prices for emergencies, though a few charge a modest weekend fee. The ranges below reflect partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities. If you are uninsured, ask about in-house payment plans, which most clinics offer.
| Treatment | Columbia range (no insurance) | With insurance (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam + X-ray | $90–$200 | $0–$50 copay |
| Simple extraction | $130–$350 | 20–50% of fee |
| Abscess drainage | $180–$450 | 20–50% of fee |
| Root canal | $700–$1,300 | 30–50% of fee |
| Temporary crown | $90–$260 | 50% of fee |
Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.
Emergency dentists near Columbia
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Columbia emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Columbia dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
Will the dentist prescribe antibiotics over the phone?
No. A dentist must examine the tooth before prescribing. What we can do is get you in front of a Columbia dentist quickly so that treatment, including antibiotics when needed, starts today.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Columbia itself?
We always look inside Columbia first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in Maury County, and you can decline any option without charge.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
Call first. Walk-ins are sometimes turned away when a Columbia clinic is full, but a booked emergency slot is held for you.
Is there a dentist open on weekends in Columbia?
Yes. Several partner clinics serving Columbia and Maury County open on Saturdays, and a smaller number on Sundays. Call 1-855-219-4656 and we will tell you which one has the earliest slot.
Can I get a root canal on the same day in Columbia?
Often the first visit relieves pain by opening the tooth and removing the infected nerve, with the root canal completed at a second visit. Several Columbia partner dentists can start the same day.
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