FAQ about Emergency Dentistry
Emergency Dentistry FAQ
What is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any issue requiring immediate attention to save a tooth, stop severe bleeding, or alleviate intense pain. If you are experiencing a knocked-out tooth, a deep laceration to the gums, a dental abscess, or unbearable, throbbing discomfort, you should get an appointment immediately. If you are unsure, call our office immediately.
Are Emergency Dentists Open 24 Hours, and What is the Cost?
While most practices are not open 24 hours a day, Fixed New Teeth reserves time daily for urgent cases, ensuring you receive timely attention during business hours. We make every effort to see patients in severe tooth pain on a same-day basis. The need for a last-minute appointment does not increase the cost of the underlying dental service itself.
When Should I Seek Emergency Dental Care?
Timely dental care can often be the difference between a simple repair and permanent loss. If you are facing a dental crisis, it is time to get an emergency dentistry appointment. Do not delay seeking help for severe symptoms—contact our office now to fix broken teeth.
What Types of Treatments Can an Emergency Dentist Provide?
Emergency care focuses on immediate pain relief and stabilization. This includes services to fix broken teeth, treating abscesses, addressing painful infections, and performing temporary restorations, and then schedule necessary follow-up care.
Can an Emergency Dentist Perform Tooth Removal?
Yes, our expert team can perform necessary extractions. This includes pulling a tooth that is damaged beyond repair or removing symptomatic wisdom teeth that pose an immediate health risk. Our first priority is to stabilize your condition, alleviate pain, and save the natural tooth whenever possible. If you need urgent assistance, call us for prompt after hours dental care that minimizes stress.
Can an Emergency Dentist Do a Root Canal or Filling?
Absolutely. While the primary objective of an urgent visit is stabilization, our team is equipped to perform definitive treatments like a root canal to eliminate infection or placing a filling to address severe decay. When you need a dentist now, we focus on immediate, effective care to stop the progression of the issue. We aim to offer comprehensive care to restore function and stop your pain.