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Emergency Dentist— Bergenfield, NJ

Urgent Dental Care on Your Terms

If you (or a loved one) have a dental emergency, you'll need to get treatment right away. Leaving your smile untended would put it at even greater risk. With that said, never fear - you can see your emergency dentist in Bergenfield for help! We at Washington Dental Associates offer top-tier urgent dental care, so our team will get your grin back on track. Learn more about it by reading below, or book a same-day visit today!

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Why Choose Washington Dental Associates for Emergency Dentistry?

  • Same-Day Emergency Care Available
  • Relaxing Sedation Dentistry
  • Team of Accomplished Dentists & Specialists

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

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Whether or not you’ve had a dental emergency before, please don’t worry. Our team will gladly walk you through how we treat such issues. In fact, you can expect four things from your urgent care visit:

  • A Same-Day Visit – Once you call our office, we’ll book you for the earliest possible visit. (You may even see us on the very same day!) Our team can also provide first-aid tips over the phone.
  • An Emergency Exam – You’ll undergo an oral exam when you first reach us. Through this assessment, our dentists can diagnose your issue and decide how best to relieve your pain.
  • A Review of Findings – We’ll review our findings with you after the exam, as well as suggest some suitable procedures. Based on your feedback, we’ll then draft a custom treatment plan.
  • Crucial Dental Work –  Lastly, we’ll quickly address your dental problem and repair your smile. You can trust our high level of skill and experience. Whether it’s a dental crown, a filling, or something else, our office will make your grin healthy again.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

It’s always best to call our office in a dental emergency, as we’ll treat your problem quickly and precisely. Still, you can take steps to manage the situation before your visit. Simply click on one (or more) of the icons listed below and use the related tips. By doing so, you’ll likely have a smoother and easier treatment process.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies 

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From a minor toothache to a lost crown, the cost of treatment for a dental emergency can vary greatly. While there is no all-encompassing answer of what you can expect to pay, there are a few factors that play a role across the board. Knowing what they are can help you budget accordingly should you or a loved one sustain a smile-related injury. Keep reading to learn more!

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

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While it isn’t possible to avoid emergency situations with 100% certainty, there are definitely ways to reduce you and your family’s overall risk throughout the years. Just keep the following tips in mind:

  • Remember to schedule dental checkups and cleanings every six months on average! Our dentists can pinpoint small dental problems and successfully prevent them from becoming more serious.
  • Always wear a sportsguard when participating in athletic events where physical contact can take place.
  • Be careful when eating foods that are overly tough or sticky. Also, don’t chew on the ice in cold drinks!
  • Use scissors or other tools to open packaging instead of teeth.

Dental Emergency FAQs

One of my teeth has just been knocked out! What should I do?

First, you should call your emergency dentist in Bergenfield. It’s the quickest way to get the care that you need. Try to find the tooth and place it back into your mouth. If you can’t, be sure to keep it wet in a container of milk or saltwater until you can see us.

Why does my tooth hurt so much?

A constant throbbing or shooting pain in a tooth usually indicates that the sensitive nerve has been infected or damaged. If the pain is so bad that you can’t focus on anything else, you should call us immediately! The longer you wait, the worse the pain will be, and we may even need to extract the tooth. If you get to us soon enough, we’ll be able to relieve your pain and save your smile.

One of my fillings/crowns just broke. Can you help?

Yes, we can! Try to find all of the pieces of your filling/crown and call us as soon as you can. We’ll be able to put it back in place for you! If any broken or jagged teeth have been exposed, be sure to cover them with a cotton ball or dental wax in the meantime.

Should I ever call 911 for a dental emergency?

Most of the time, no. Many hospitals/clinics will not have the personnel or equipment to properly handle emergency dental care. You’ll only be able to find those at a dental practice like Washington Dental Associates. However, if you have injuries to other parts of your body that need immediate attention, be sure to head straight to your local emergency room first. After you are stable, you should still call us.

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