Emergencies in Midtown East NYC

If you’re dealing with a dental emergency in Midtown East NYC, our compassionate team is here to help. During our regular office hours, immediate attention will be given to your situation and we will make arrangements to see you as soon as we can to ensure that you get the urgent dental care you need.

When our practice is closed, call our office and listen to the instructions provided. One of our team members will return your call as soon as possible. If you have a severe or life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room for treatment.

Our goal is to serve patients of all ages, including children and adults, throughout Midtown, Manhattan, and the greater New York, NY area. We are conveniently located to serve patients from across NYC, including Brooklyn and Queens, and our dedicated team is committed to providing quality care when it matters most.

What is considered a dental emergency?

In general, a dental emergency is a situation in which you’re experiencing unbearable pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or you need immediate dental care in order to save a tooth. If you think you might be experiencing a dental emergency, please call our office and we can provide assistance. Our goal is to ensure that every patient receives the compassionate care they need, when they need it most.

Is a toothache an emergency?

Some toothaches are dental emergencies, but not others. If your tooth only has intermittent pain that occurs when you eat hot, cold, or sweet foods, we’ll want to see you soon for an appointment, but same-day care is not necessary. If, on the other hand, your tooth has a constant, throbbing pain that interferes with your ability to eat, sleep, and participate in activities, it’s likely that you have an infected tooth or another serious dental issue. Our team is here to provide the quality care you need — call our office to schedule an appointment.

Can a knocked out tooth be put back in?

Yes, a knocked out adult tooth can often be reinserted successfully, but acting quickly is key. Call our office so we can begin to prepare for your appointment. Next, hold the tooth by the crown (never touch the root) and rinse it gently with milk or water. For the best chances of saving your tooth, push it back into the socket and bite down on a piece of sterile gauze to hold it in place. If you can’t do this, put the tooth in a small cup of milk or saliva and bring it to our office. Don’t wait — the sooner you walk in, the better your chances of saving the tooth. Once your tooth is back in the socket, we will use splints to stabilize it so your gums can reattach.

Is a dental abscess an emergency?

Yes, dental abscesses are considered emergency situations that need urgent care and immediate treatment. Abscesses are a visible sign of an infected tooth and this infection can spread to surrounding soft tissues, bone, and even other parts of the body. In severe cases, the infection can affect the heart or cause shortness of breath and face swelling — and could potentially be fatal. Our dedicated team is here to ensure patients across New York, NY receive the compassionate care they need to avoid serious complications.

When should I go to the ER for tooth pain?

We don’t advise going to the ER for tooth pain. Emergency rooms don’t have dentists on staff. While they can help with pain management and prescribe antibiotics if needed, they can’t provide you with the dental care you need, so you’ll still need to make an appointment to see us. It’s better to simply save yourself the hassle of going to the hospital and then the dentist – and go straight to the dentist instead. Our team serves patients throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the greater NYC area, and we are dedicated to offering quality care seven days a week. Call us today to learn more or schedule your visit.

What dental emergency services do you offer?

Our office is equipped to handle a wide range of dental emergencies, including knocked-out teeth, dental abscesses, severe toothaches, broken or cracked teeth, soft tissue injuries, and more. We offer comprehensive emergency dental services designed to address the urgent needs of children and adults throughout the NYC area. Our goal is to ensure that every patient who visits our center receives prompt, compassionate care. To learn more about our emergency dental services or to find out if your symptoms require an urgent visit, please call our office.