A dental emergency does not follow a schedule. Whether you are dealing with sudden, severe tooth pain that makes it impossible to sleep, a tooth knocked out in an accident, a broken crown, or a swelling that is spreading, the right response is prompt care from a dentist who can actually treat the problem — not a hospital emergency room that can only manage pain temporarily. According to the CDC, there are millions of emergency department visits for tooth disorders each year, most of which could be resolved more quickly and cost-effectively at a dental office. At Designing Smiles in Westchase, FL, we keep time in our schedule for emergency patients so you can reach us when you need care most. Call us directly at (813) 891-1212 and we will guide you on the right next step — including whether to come in right away or how to stabilize the situation until you can get to us. View our full services to see the range of treatments we provide in-house.
Dr. Ryan Rose is a Florida native who earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from LECOM School of Dental Medicine and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency, giving him the foundation to handle a wide range of urgent dental situations — from severe infections and tooth fractures to lost restorations and trauma — in a single visit rather than sending you to multiple providers. His time as a U.S. Army Officer reinforced the precision and calm-under-pressure approach that is especially important when patients arrive in pain and need clear answers fast. Dr. Angela Hilton-Foley, a University of Florida College of Dentistry graduate with more than 900 hours of continuing education, brings decades of restorative experience and has the long-term patient knowledge to understand each person’s history and make sound decisions quickly. To reach us for an emergency, call (813) 891-1212 or contact us online.
When a dental emergency happens, the last thing you want is to be sent somewhere else or wait days for an opening. At Designing Smiles, we keep availability in our schedule specifically for emergency situations, and we aim to see patients the same day they call. Dr. Rose handles the full range of common dental emergencies in-house — including tooth extractions, restorative care for cracked or broken teeth, treatment of oral infections, and temporary and permanent crown placement — so you are not being triaged and redirected, you are being treated. For patients who arrive in significant pain or anxiety, we also offer sedation dentistry options to keep you comfortable throughout the appointment. Our team will give you an honest assessment of what is happening, what your options are, and what the urgency level is — so you can make a clear decision about your care rather than feeling pressured in a stressful moment. Call us at (813) 891-1212 to reach us quickly.
Prolonged dental pain can make even simple tasks feel unbearable. With emergency dental care, you’ll get swift, effective treatment to alleviate discomfort so you can get back to feeling like yourself again.
Ignoring a dental problem often makes it worse. Quick care can protect your teeth and gums from needing more extensive treatments down the road, preserving your smile and saving you time and money.
Facing a dental emergency can feel overwhelming, but knowing you have a trusted team in Tampa ready to help brings reassurance. At Designing Smiles, we aim to make every visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
When you call our office, we’ll guide you on the best next steps and schedule a same-day appointment whenever possible. Upon arrival, Dr. Rose will carefully assess your situation and provide a clear explanation of your condition and treatment options.
Once the issue is identified, we’ll address the problem with precision and efficiency; whether that involves relieving an infection, repairing a broken tooth, or stabilizing an injury. Throughout the process, your comfort is our focus, and our team will ensure you feel at ease every step of the way through prompt care and sedation dentistry options.
After your emergency is resolved, we’ll provide guidance on proper care to support healing and prevent future issues. If additional treatments are recommended, such as restorative or cosmetic procedures, we’ll schedule these at your convenience. Our goal is to restore your oral health and help you smile with confidence once again.
Dr. Ryan Rose and Dr. Angela Hilton-Foley handle dental emergencies in-house — no runaround, no referrals for most urgent situations. We reserve same-day appointments for patients in pain and will walk you through next steps when you call. We accept most PPO dental insurance plans, and payment options are available if you are uninsured. Do not wait out a dental emergency — early treatment is almost always simpler and less costly than delayed care.
