Guide to After-Hours, Urgent Concerns & Emergencies

Valentine Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Grass Valley, CA

After-Hours Care & Emergencies

At Valentine Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, our patients’ health and safety are our top priority—even after regular office hours. If you experience a true emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Patients of Record: For urgent concerns that don’t require ER care—like severe pain, swelling, or complications after a recent procedure—please contact our office and follow the prompts to reach the on-call oral surgeon. We’re here to help guide you through what’s urgent, what can wait, and how to stay safe until you're seen.

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Post-Operative Patients Should Contact Us Immediately if They Experience the Symptoms Below

If you're unsure whether your situation is urgent, it's always better to call. We’ll help you decide the next best step.

  • Uncontrolled bleeding
  • Severe or worsening pain
  • Signs of infection (fever, pus, swelling)
  • Difficulty breathing or swallowing
  • Persistent numbness or unusual symptoms