Common dental emergencies include:
- Broken or cracked tooth/teeth
- Broken jaw
- Permanent tooth knocked out
- Object caught between teeth
- Severe toothache
IV Sedation for Emergency Care
We understand that dental emergencies can be stressful and sometimes frightening. For patients who feel highly anxious or are in need of urgent, complex treatment, IV sedation is available.
With IV sedation:
- You’ll remain conscious but in a deeply relaxed, dream-like state.
- You may have little to no memory of the procedure.
- Our team monitors you closely to ensure safety and comfort.
- IV sedation allows us to complete necessary emergency care more efficiently and with less stress for you.
If fear has ever made you hesitate in seeking treatment, know that IV sedation can make your emergency visit a calm, comfortable experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Gently rinse the tooth with water, being careful not to scrub the root. Try to place it back in the socket if possible. If not, store it in milk and call us immediately. Quick action greatly improves the chance of saving the tooth.
Yes. IV sedation can be an excellent option for patients who are in pain and anxious, or for procedures that may take longer to complete. Our team will determine if it’s right for your situation.
You won’t be fully asleep like with general anesthesia—you’ll be in a deeply relaxed state and likely won’t remember much of the procedure.
Yes. IV sedation is safe when administered and monitored by trained professionals. We carefully track your breathing, heart rate, and oxygen levels throughout your treatment.
If you have heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, or suspect a broken jaw, call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately. For most dental-related emergencies (toothaches, knocked-out teeth, cracked teeth), call us first.
Yes. You’ll need a trusted friend or family member to drive you home, as the sedation can leave you drowsy for several hours.
Dr. Jordan Cooper is from Jacksonville, AR. His father is Dr. James Cooper, a Jonesboro, AR native and practicing dentist of 39 years and his mother, Tracy Cooper, is a dental hygienist from Little Rock. Dr. Cooper graduated high school from Central Arkansas Christian, after which he entered at the University of Arkansas as a Chancellor’s Scholar in 1998.
Dr. David Cole is a graduate from the University of Arkansas, receiving his degree in 2016, and is a huge Razorback fan! He then went to dental school at the University of Tennessee where he received his D.D.S. in 2021. He looks forward to getting to know the Central Arkansas area, and serving his community!
Dr. Rasmussen is a Hot Springs native who graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2017 (Go Bears). After receiving his D.D.S from The University of Tennessee in 2021, he is looking forward to serving the central Arkansas community and the wonderful people who live here.
Dr. James Cooper was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas. He studied at the University of New Mexico and graduated from dental school from the University of Missouri, Kansas City. After 2 years of dental experience with the Army, Dr. Cooper moved to Jacksonville in 1973 to practice dentistry.