Dental emergencies include intense tooth pain, a broken or knocked-out tooth, excessive bleeding, swelling or signs of infection. If you’re in pain or risk losing a tooth, prompt dental care is essential.
Emergency Dentistry
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Cost
Emergency dental costs depend on the procedure and insurance coverage. Necessary X-rays and/or sedation via nitrous oxide (laughing gas) may be an additional charge.
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Procedure Duration
Emergency appointments typically take 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the issue’s severity and treatment needed. Please plan to spend an hour with us for your appointment.
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Pain Level
Your comfort comes first. We use gentle techniques along with local anesthesia and laughing gas as needed to ensure comfort throughout the procedure and effective pain relief after your appointment.
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Emergency Dentistry Services in Garner, NC
We understand that dental emergencies can happen without warning, and prompt care is essential. That’s why we offer same-day emergency appointments for adults and kids to provide fast, effective relief for issues like chipped or broken teeth, as well as the ability to repair or replace damaged crowns and fillings.
Our approach goes beyond simply addressing the immediate concern. During your visit, we take the time to perform a thorough evaluation to understand the full picture of your oral health. By focusing on comprehensive care and accurate diagnosis first, we’re able to identify any underlying issues that may have contributed to the emergency. From there, we create a personalized, detailed treatment plan designed not only to resolve the current problem but also to support your long-term dental health.
Our goal is to build lasting relationships. With comprehensive care and regular visits, we can help you avoid future dental emergencies and maintain a healthy, confident smile well beyond a single urgent appointment.
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Process of Emergency Dentistry
Evaluation & Comfort: We’ll assess the issue and provide immediate relief to reduce your pain.
Diagnosis & Planning: Through exams and X-rays, we’ll determine the cause and suggest the best course of treatment.
Immediate Care: We act quickly to address the emergency and restore your dental health.
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Next Steps
Aftercare Instructions: We’ll provide easy-to-follow directions to help you care for your teeth after treatment.
Ongoing Support: We’ll arrange follow-up appointments to check your healing and ensure everything is progressing well.
FAQ
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What qualifies as a dental emergency?
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Can I get a same-day emergency dental appointment?
We provide same-day emergency care for chipped, broken, or damaged teeth, as well as for damaged restorations like crowns or fillings. Call our office to book your visit.
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How can I manage tooth pain before seeing a dentist?
To ease tooth pain before your dental visit, rinse with warm salt water, take over-the-counter pain medication and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Avoid hot, cold or sugary foods and contact your dentist promptly.
Related Services
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is used to relieve pain and save teeth affected by deep decay, cracks or infection. Dr. Patrick Shine removes the damaged pulp, cleans the area and seals the tooth to restore comfort and prevent future problems.
Root Canal Treatment
Tooth Extractions
We perform routine and emergency tooth extractions to safely remove teeth that are damaged, decayed or impacting your oral health. Dr. Patrick Shine evaluates each case carefully, ensuring early intervention to prevent infection and alignment issues.
Tooth Extractions