What counts as a dental emergency?

Severe tooth pain, swelling, a broken or knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled bleeding, a lost crown or filling with pain, and signs of infection are common reasons to call an emergency dentist. If swelling affects breathing or swallowing, or there is serious facial trauma, seek emergency medical care.

Should I call a dentist or go to the emergency room for tooth pain?

A dentist is usually the right place for tooth pain, broken teeth, lost crowns, or dental infections because the source is in the tooth or gums. Go to the emergency room or call emergency services if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, severe facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, major trauma, or you feel seriously ill.

Can Brightly Dental see dental emergencies the same day?

Brightly Dental offers same-day help when appointments are available, with offices serving Parker West and Lafayette and extended hours Monday through Saturday. Call, text, book online, or use the Treatment Finder if you are unsure how urgent your symptoms are.

How much does an emergency dental visit cost?

The first step is usually a focused exam and X-rays. Treatment cost depends on the diagnosis, whether the tooth needs a filling, crown, root canal, extraction, medication, or another service, and what insurance or financing applies. The office reviews options before treatment begins.

What should I do before my emergency dental appointment?

Call or book as soon as possible, avoid chewing on the painful side, keep broken pieces or a knocked-out adult tooth moist, and bring insurance information if you have it. Do not place aspirin directly on gums or teeth because it can irritate tissue.

Parker West + Lafayette

Great care.
A brighter start.

Get help with a $30 emergency exam, explore dental implants or clear aligners, or choose a membership for routine exams and cleanings.

Start with symptoms

Same-day appointments Open late and Saturdays Diagnosis before treatment

Tooth pain or a broken tooth? Call for same-day care when available.

A brighter smile starts here.

Emergency exam

$30

$250 value

A focused emergency exam for new patients. Does not include a comprehensive exam or cleaning.

Looking for routine exams and cleanings? Explore our membership plans.

Implant consultation

$750 value

Clear aligners

$500 off

Plus a free consultation ($250 value)

October 1–December 31, 2026. Your case must start within these dates to qualify.

In-house membership

$375/year individual
$595/year family of 4

See what’s included

2 basic cleanings ($400 value)
2 examinations ($200 value)
All X-rays and images free ($250–$550 value)
20% off most treatment

Total included care value$850–$1,150per person, per yearPlus 20% off most treatment. Treatment savings are additional and are not included in this total.

Choose Parker West or Lafayette when you book.

Same-day openings

Call early and we will look for the soonest appropriate appointment.

Open late + Saturdays

Extended hours make urgent care easier to fit around work, school, and family.

Exam first

The dentist checks the problem and needed X-rays before recommending treatment.

Costs explained

Review treatment, insurance estimates, and payment choices before care begins.

Start with what is happening

Tell us what hurts. We will help you choose the next step.

You do not need to know the name of the treatment before you call. Start with pain, swelling, a broken tooth, overdue care, or the question that is keeping you from booking.

01Pain or swelling todayFast triage for toothaches, abscess concerns, broken teeth, and symptoms that are getting worse.Start here 02Broken tooth or lost crownClear repair options for cracks, chips, sharp edges, lost fillings, and biting pain.Start here 03Haven't seen a dentist in a whileA full checkup for people who want to get caught up, understand priorities, and find a regular dentist.Start here 04Bleeding gums or deep cleaningGet gum measurements, a clear explanation, and the right cleaning plan before gum problems become harder to manage.Start here

Inside Brightly Dental

See the office before you arrive.

Recognize the building, find the right entrance, and get a look inside before your appointment.

Tour Parker West Tour Lafayette

Brightly Dental Parker West exterior and suite 102 entrance — Parker West · Suite 102

Brightly Dental Lafayette exterior at 400 West Baseline Road — Lafayette · Suite 400A

Brightly Dental Parker West waiting room with teal accent wall — A calm place to check in

If it has been a while

Haven't seen a dentist in a while? We can help you get caught up.

Whether it has been months or years, the first visit is not about a lecture. It is a full checkup, gum evaluation, and practical plan for cleanings, fillings, crowns, gum care, or general dental maintenance.

New patient checkup Deep cleaning / SRP

Start with the full picture

Tell us how long it has been, what feels different, and whether anything has been bothering you.

Get a complete checkup

We check teeth, gums, bite, old dental work, and X-rays when needed so the next step is based on facts.

Leave with priorities

You will know the right cleaning type, what should be handled soon, and what can be planned over time.

Stories from our patients

Care that felt easier than expected.

Read patient reviews

“I had the best experience here!! She was so nice and comforting and made sure I got my pain and antibiotics asap. Great experience seriously. I even booked again for a cleaning!”

“Such a nice, friendly practitioner with a great office - both the doc and her assistant were very patient and attentive. Easiest root canal I've ever had done!”

“Absolutely AMAZING! I'm terrified of going to the dentist typically but the entire team and especially the doctor and his assistant made the appointment comfortable, enjoyable, and tolerable considering my typical anxiety. I'd recommend them a hundred times over. I'll be back in two weeks to follow up on my root canal procedure!”

Meet your care team

Know who will be taking care of you.

Meet the dentists and hygienists who care for Brightly patients in Parker West and Lafayette. Each profile includes the provider's office assignment and approach to care.

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