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Same-day & emergency dental care

Emergency dental care provides immediate, same-day treatment to alleviate sudden tooth pain, address broken or knocked-out teeth, resolve infections, and restore lost crowns or fillings. Our goal is to prevent further complications and quickly return you to comfort and normal function when routine appointments are not an option.

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How a same-day emergency visit works

Getting seen today, and how we triage the call

Call the office nearest you and say what is happening. That call is triage. A knocked-out tooth, bleeding that will not stop, and facial swelling get moved to the front of the day, while a lost crown on a tooth that is not hurting can usually wait until tomorrow with nothing lost. Both offices hold same-day slots for this, six days a week with evening hours, and we would far rather you called and were told it can wait than sat at home on something that could not.

What the first visit actually does

An emergency appointment is about getting you out of pain and stopping the problem worsening, which is not always the same as finishing the treatment. An infected tooth often needs the infection dealt with before root canal treatment can be done properly. A fractured tooth gets assessed, smoothed or temporized, and booked for the crown it will eventually need. You will be told which of those this visit is, and what the remaining work costs, before anything starts rather than afterwards.

When to go to an emergency room instead

Some things are not dental emergencies, they are medical ones, and knowing the difference saves time you may not have. Swelling that is closing an eye or spreading into the neck, trouble breathing or swallowing, a fever alongside facial swelling, or an injury involving more than the teeth all belong in a hospital emergency room rather than a dental chair. For everything else we are the faster and cheaper route, because an emergency room can generally offer antibiotics and pain relief and you would still be calling a dentist the next morning.

Who it's a good fit for

  • You need a same-day emergency dentist for sudden tooth pain that won't wait
  • You chipped, cracked, or broke a tooth and need it looked at today
  • You knocked out a tooth and need care right away to save it
  • You lost a crown, filling, or veneer and the tooth is sensitive or sharp
  • You see swelling, an abscess, or a painful bump on your gum
  • You have tooth pain and may need same-day surgical care

What to expect

  1. Triage call so we can prep the right room before you arrive
  2. Focused exam and a targeted x-ray of the problem area
  3. Pain relief and infection control as the first priority
  4. Same-day treatment when possible, or a clear plan and a follow-up slot
  5. Cost reviewed and authorized before any procedure starts

Current offers

Intro special

Emergency special

$110

Same-day emergency visit for patients paying out of pocket: a focused exam of the area in pain, plus the x-rays needed to diagnose it. Same price at both offices.

Includes

  • Exam of the area in pain
  • X-rays needed to diagnose the pain

Emergency visits are reserved for urgent problems such as pain, swelling, a broken tooth, or a lost filling or crown. The appointment covers the exam and x-rays for the area in pain, and it cannot be changed into a cleaning, a routine checkup, or other planned treatment.

Treatment to resolve the problem (fillings, extractions, root canals, antibiotics, etc.) is quoted separately before any work begins. Self-pay pricing; cannot be combined with insurance benefits or the membership plan.

Common questions

Can you see me today?
Almost always, yes. We hold same-day emergency slots at both offices, six days a week. Call the closest location and we'll triage by phone.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe pain, swelling, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, lost crown or filling causing pain, or any infection. If you have facial swelling with fever or trouble breathing, that's a medical emergency. Go to an ER first.
What if it's after hours?
Call the office closest to you and select the emergency option. That routes you to our on-call dentist any time we're closed, including overnight, so you reach a person instead of a voicemail. There's no charge for the call. For severe symptoms (high fever, swelling that affects breathing, uncontrolled bleeding), use the nearest urgent care or ER first.
When should I go to the ER instead of calling you?
Go straight to the emergency room for difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or facial swelling with a high fever, since those can be life-threatening. For a severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost filling or crown, or an abscess, call us instead: we hold same-day slots six days a week at both offices.
Will my insurance cover an emergency visit?
Most dental plans cover emergency exams, x-rays, and palliative treatment. We'll confirm benefits before treatment so you know what's covered.
Do I need to be an existing patient to be seen for an emergency?
No. We see new patients for same-day emergencies regularly. Call the office closest to you, briefly describe what's going on, and we'll fit you in. Bring a photo ID and your insurance card if you have one.
Is an emergency dental visit FSA or HSA eligible?
Yes. Emergency dental exams, x-rays, and treatment for pain or trauma are all eligible expenses under FSA and HSA accounts. Bring your account card to your visit.

Book a consultation

Available at both offices. Pick the one that's closer to you.

Same-day & emergency dental care at each of our offices

Hours, parking, and the team differ by office. These pages cover the details for each one.

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What to do right now

Find what happened and follow the steps while you call us. If you have facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, a high fever, or bleeding you cannot control, go to the nearest emergency room first.

What to do if a tooth is knocked out

  1. Pick the tooth up by the crown. Hold it by the white chewing surface, never by the root. Avoid touching or scrubbing the root. The tissue on it is what allows reimplantation.
  2. Rinse gently if it's dirty. Rinse with milk or saline for a few seconds. Do not scrub, do not use soap, and do not let it dry out.
  3. Reinsert it into the socket if you can. Slip the tooth back into the socket facing the right way and bite gently on a clean cloth to hold it. The sooner it's reseated, the better the prognosis.
  4. Otherwise, store it in milk or saliva. If reinsertion isn't possible, place the tooth in cold milk, saline, or hold it inside the cheek. Avoid water; it damages the root cells.
  5. Call the office immediately. Reach us on the way in so the room is ready when you arrive. We hold same-day emergency slots six days a week. Aim to be seen within 30 to 60 minutes.

What to do if a tooth is broken or cracked

  1. Rinse with warm water. Rinse your mouth gently to clear debris and check for any tooth fragments. Bring them with you in milk or saline if you find them.
  2. Manage bleeding and swelling. Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze if there's bleeding. A cold compress on the outside of the cheek helps reduce swelling.
  3. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Ibuprofen or acetaminophen at the labeled dose can help until you're seen. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum; it can burn the tissue.
  4. Avoid chewing on that side. Eat soft foods and avoid hot, cold, or hard items, which can worsen the crack or expose the nerve.
  5. Call us for a same-day visit. Reach whichever office is closest to you. We'll triage by phone and reserve a same-day slot when needed.

What to do if a crown or filling falls out

  1. Save the crown if you have it. Rinse it gently and store it in a small container. We can often re-cement an intact crown the same day.
  2. Keep the area clean. Brush gently around the exposed tooth and rinse with warm salt water after meals to keep the area free of debris.
  3. Avoid chewing on that tooth. Switch to softer foods and chew on the opposite side until the tooth is restored.
  4. Cover the tooth temporarily if it's sensitive. Pharmacy temporary cement (Dentemp or similar) can shield an exposed tooth for a day or two, but it is not a long-term fix.
  5. Call the office to schedule. Call us promptly. A re-cement is fast; a replacement crown takes a preparation visit and a final fit.

What to do for severe tooth pain or swelling

  1. Rinse and floss gently. Rinse with warm salt water and floss carefully near the tooth. Sometimes trapped food or debris is the cause.
  2. Use a cold compress. A cold pack on the outside of the cheek for 10 to 15 minutes at a time helps reduce swelling and dulls pain.
  3. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Ibuprofen at the labeled dose works well for dental pain. Acetaminophen is a safe alternative if you cannot take ibuprofen.
  4. Call our office for a same-day exam. Pain that wakes you, lingers, or is paired with swelling needs to be seen the same day so the cause can be diagnosed and treated.
  5. Go to the ER for severe symptoms. Facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, swelling around the eye, fever with chills, or uncontrolled bleeding is a medical emergency. Go to the nearest emergency room first.