How Do I Receive Emergency Care?
Regular Active Patients
New or Inactive Patients
Driving Directions and Parking
What to Expect on Behalf of Treatment.
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine is one of the leading providers of dental care and education for the entire Pittsburgh area. We strive to provide the best service to our patients during emergencies. Common questions regarding emergency care are listed below. You may also call 412-648-8773 between the hours of 8:30 to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, to speak with representatives from the emergency clinic.
What is a Dental Emergency?
Problems associated with the teeth and jaws sometimes can create symptoms that require
immediate attention by a dentist. For example, the new onset of severe pain and visible
swelling should be evaluated promptly. Most major insurances are accepted. We also accept
most major credit cards and cash payments. Payment is due prior to services being rendered.
For more information regarding insurance and payments call 412-648-3100 Monday thru Friday
from 8:30 to 4:00 pm.
Regular Active Patients
Regular or Active patients that are already registered at the School of Dental Medicine and
receive comprehensive care with us should contact their student dentist.
You may call 412-648-8760 for more information.
Patients who are not regular registered patients of the School of Dental Medicine can be seen in the Urgent Care/Emergency Dental Clinic. Emergency patients must register between 8:00 and 10:00 am (Monday through Friday), and patients are seen on a first come, first serve basis. A limited number of walk-in patients are accepted Monday through Friday. Pediatric dental patients must have a scheduled appointment in order to be seen at the School of Dental Medicine. Please Call 412-648-8616 for an appointment.
Inquires about becoming a regular patient at the School of Dental Medicine may be made by calling 412-648-8760 or 412-648-8616 or when visiting the Urgent Care/Emergency Dental Clinic.
Driving Directions and Parking
Patients who have an emergency during non-business hours may consult their nearest emergency
room. If you have a dental emergency during non-business hours, you may call 412-647-2345 and
ask to speak to the dental resident on call. Click here
for Driving Directions.
What to Expect on Behalf of Treatment.
The University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine accepts all patients for treatment.
Patients experience complete care within our Comprehensive Care
Environment designed to bring specialty care to you whenever it is needed. General dentists and
dental specialists work with professional dental students at all times and participate in the
treatment planning and care giving process. Our Patient's Bill of Rights is available at the
School of Dental Medicine for review.