Emergency Dentist in Bedford, IN
From Courthouse Square to the quarries off IN-37, Bloom Dental's Bedford office treats knocked-out teeth, severe pain, and broken teeth with same-day appointments most days — no long drive to Bloomington required.
Urgent Dental Care, No Referral Needed
When a toothache will not wait, a filling falls out, or a fall on Courthouse Square costs you a tooth, Bloom Dental is the emergency dentist Bedford turns to. Our office at 1504 Dental Drive treats knocked-out teeth, severe pain, and dental trauma with same-day appointments most days.
A dental emergency covers more than a knocked-out tooth. It includes sudden, severe pain, a tooth that has cracked or broken, a lost filling or crown that exposes the tooth underneath, facial swelling that signals an infection, and any trauma from a fall, sports impact, or accident. The common thread is urgency — waiting even a few days can turn a fixable problem into a lost tooth or a spreading infection.
Lawrence County residents know what it means to work hard. Whether you are hauling stone near the Empire Quarry, working a shift on a farm, or coaching a Bedford North Lawrence Stars practice where someone takes an elbow to the mouth, we understand these things happen fast and off schedule. Our three in-house dentists, Drs. Mohrman, Dai, and Neal, keep room in the daily schedule for patients who cannot wait for a routine opening.
Call (812) 275-7975 the moment a problem starts, or learn more about our Bedford team on the Bedford location page.
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What Counts as a Dental Emergency
Not every dental problem needs to be seen the same day — but these six do. If you recognize any of these, call our Bedford office right away.
Knocked-Out Tooth
A tooth fully displaced from the socket, from a fall, a collision, or a sports impact. The fastest response gives you the best chance of saving it.
Severe Toothache
Sharp, throbbing, or constant pain that does not ease with over-the-counter medication usually points to decay, infection, or a cracked tooth.
Broken or Chipped Tooth
From biting down wrong to an impact injury, a cracked or chipped tooth can expose the nerve and needs prompt evaluation to prevent further damage.
Lost Filling or Crown
Once the restoration is gone, the tooth underneath is exposed and vulnerable. It may not hurt yet, but it needs attention before it does.
Abscess or Swelling
Facial swelling, a bump on the gums, or a bad taste that will not go away are signs of infection. This needs same-day care, not a wait-and-see approach.
Dental Trauma
Any injury to the teeth, gums, lips, or jaw from a fall, a car accident, or contact sports deserves a same-day exam, even if nothing looks obviously wrong.
What to Do Right Now for a Knocked-Out Tooth
The first few minutes matter most. This is general first-aid guidance, not a diagnosis — call us at (812) 275-7975 as you follow these steps so we can prepare for your arrival.
- Pick the tooth up by the crown, the chewing surface, and never touch the root.
- If it is dirty, rinse it gently with water. Do not scrub it or use soap.
- Try to place it back in the socket facing the right way, if you can do so without forcing it.
- If it will not go back in, keep it moist. A cup of milk works, or hold it gently between your cheek and gum.
- Get to Bloom Dental Bedford or the nearest emergency room right away. Acting within the first hour gives the tooth its best chance.
For a severe toothache, rinse with warm water and use a cold compress on the outside of the face to control swelling — never place aspirin directly on the gum. For heavy bleeding that will not stop or a serious facial injury, go to the emergency room first.
Call (812) 275-7975 NowWhat Lawrence County Patients Need in an Emergency
An emergency dentist visit should feel fast and straightforward, not stressful. Here is what sets our Bedford office apart when you are in pain.
Three Dentists, One Street
Drs. Mohrman, Dai, and Neal all work from 1504 Dental Drive, which means more scheduling flexibility for urgent cases than a single-doctor office can offer.
Same-Day Openings, Most Days
Call early and we will do our best to fit you into today's schedule. We cannot promise an exact arrival time, but urgent cases move to the front of the line.
Nothing Sent Out
Extractions, temporary crowns, and trauma follow-up are handled right here in Bedford. You are not referred to a specialist across the state.
CBCT Imaging for Trauma
When an injury affects the jaw or roots, our on-site 3D CBCT scanner gives a clear picture fast, so treatment decisions are not made on guesswork.
Insurance and Financing That Fit
Delta Dental, Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Medicare, DentaQuest, and AlwaysCare are all accepted, and our Dental Membership Plan helps uninsured patients too.
Doctor-Owned, Doctor-Led
Bloom Dental is owned and led by dentists, not a corporate chain. Complex or unusual cases get discussed across our clinical team, not decided in isolation.
Three Dentists Ready for Whatever Walks In
Most towns the size of Bedford have one dentist on call. Bloom Dental Bedford has three, which means a broader base of clinical experience whenever an emergency comes through the door.
Dr. Ben Mohrman
DDSDr. Mohrman handles urgent restorative cases, from cracked teeth to lost crowns, with a steady, patient-first approach. He works alongside Drs. Dai and Neal so complex trauma cases get more than one clinical opinion.
Dr. Jefferson Dai
DDSDr. Dai leans on CBCT-guided imaging to assess trauma quickly and precisely, which matters most when a patient walks in with a broken tooth or a facial injury and needs answers fast.
Dr. Kristin Neal
DDSDr. Neal focuses on putting anxious patients at ease during urgent visits, whether that means talking a nervous kid through a knocked-out tooth or offering sedation for a more involved emergency procedure.
Visit Bloom Dental Bedford
Located on Dental Drive off IN-37, we serve Bedford and the rest of Lawrence County, including Oolitic, Mitchell, and Orleans.
- Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday – Sunday Closed
What Bedford Patients Say
Hear from patients across Lawrence County who trusted Bloom Dental with an urgent dental visit.
Insurance and Financing for Emergency Visits
Emergency exams and treatment are billed the same way a routine visit would be, and we accept most major dental plans.
No Insurance? No Problem.
Our in-house Dental Membership Program gives uninsured patients reduced rates on emergency and routine care. Ask about it when you call, or review your options on our financial page before your visit.
Ask About MembershipQuestions from Lawrence County Patients
Answers to what patients from Bedford, Oolitic, Mitchell, and surrounding communities ask most before an emergency visit.
What counts as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is anything involving severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, infection, or a tooth that has been knocked loose or knocked out entirely. That includes a knocked-out tooth, a severe toothache, a broken or chipped tooth, a lost filling or crown, facial swelling from an abscess, or trauma to the mouth from a fall or impact. If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies, call our Bedford office at (812) 275-7975 and describe what happened. We will tell you how quickly you need to be seen.
Can I get a same-day appointment for a dental emergency in Bedford?
Most days, yes. Our Bedford office at 1504 Dental Drive keeps room in the daily schedule for urgent cases, and with three dentists on site we have more flexibility than a single-doctor practice. Call as soon as the problem starts so we can find you the earliest available slot. We are open Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Should I call before coming in, or can I just walk in?
Call first whenever you can. A quick call to (812) 275-7975 lets our team confirm we have a same-day opening, pull your records if you are an existing patient, and tell you what to bring. If you are already in severe pain or actively bleeding and cannot reach us, come to 1504 Dental Drive during business hours and our front desk will work you in as fast as possible.
What should I do right now if I have a knocked-out tooth?
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, and rinse it gently with water if it is dirty. Do not scrub it. Try to place it back in the socket facing the right direction. If that is not possible, keep it moist in a cup of milk or held gently between your cheek and gum, then get to our office or an emergency room right away. Time matters, so call us at (812) 275-7975 as you head in. The ADA MouthHealthy resource on dental emergencies has additional first-aid guidance.
Does dental insurance cover emergency visits, and what if I do not have insurance?
We accept most major dental plans, including Delta Dental, Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Medicare, DentaQuest, and AlwaysCare, and emergency exams and treatment are typically covered the same way a routine visit would be. If you do not have insurance, our in-house Dental Membership Plan gives you reduced rates on emergency and routine care, and our team can walk you through the cost of treatment before anything begins.
What if my dental emergency happens after Bloom Dental Bedford is closed?
Leave a message at (812) 275-7975 and call again first thing when we reopen, since we are closed Friday through Sunday. For a true emergency after hours, such as heavy bleeding that will not stop, a facial injury, or swelling that is affecting your breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room instead of waiting.
Does a lost filling or crown count as a dental emergency?
Yes, especially if it is causing pain or exposing the tooth underneath. A lost filling or crown will not always hurt right away, but the exposed tooth is more vulnerable to further damage and infection the longer it goes untreated. Call us as soon as it happens so we can get you a temporary or permanent fix before the problem gets worse.
In Pain Right Now? We're Here for Bedford.
Do not wait out a toothache or a broken tooth. Call Bloom Dental Bedford and let our team get you in as quickly as today's schedule allows.
Bloom Dental Bedford · 1504 Dental Drive, Bedford IN 47421 · bedford@bloomdentist.com