Dental Emergencies

Office lobby - Contemporary & Esthetic Dentistry

Your Skilled Manhattan Emergency Dentist

If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, you must receive professional care as soon as possible. At Contemporary & Esthetic Dentistry-Marianna Farber D.D.S., we’re privileged to offer emergency dental services to help restore your smile to feeling and looking its best. Whether you’ve cracked a tooth or you’re experiencing severe oral pain, our dental practice is here for you. We pair years of experience with in-depth dental knowledge to address your unique situation.

A hallmark of our office is treating each of our patients with the kindness and compassion they deserve, and you can expect to be treated like a member of our family when you walk through our doors. We work to schedule same-day appointments to address your emergency needs whenever possible, so contact us today to book your next visit!

Smiling woman looking away while holding mirror at dental clinic

What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency can happen anytime, and knowing whether your situation needs immediate attention can be tricky. Understanding the signs of a dental emergency can be a difference-maker in getting the care and relief you need. Although you may not know for sure if your situation constitutes an emergency, you should contact us so we can talk about your concerns. Dr. Farber and her dental team can often help identify signs of trauma or infection over the phone and recommend in-person emergency treatment.

Some of the most common signs to look for include:

  • A severe toothache that doesn’t go away
  • An extensive fracture in your tooth
  • A tooth that’s been recently knocked out
  • Pus coming from the base of your tooth

Dealing With Dental Emergencies After-Hours

Whether you’re a new or existing patient, we’re proud to offer after-hours emergency dental services. If you need to contact our office after we’re closed, you can message us about your emergency.

We recommend explaining the situation in detail, including how severe your pain is. Once our office is open, we’ll return your call as soon as possible and recommend next steps.

If you’re a current patient, Dr. Farber can write you a prescription to help you manage pain or lessen an infection before your appointment.

Emphasizing Education

Although regular dental visits are crucial to maintaining oral health and preventing dental emergencies, proper at-home care is just as vital. Dr. Farber and her staff will take the time to explain how to care for your smile away from our office. We will break down how to correctly brush and floss your teeth and gums and look out for potentially serious dental complications.

For example, if your gums bleed during flossing, it may be a sign of early gum disease. If you find black spots on the surface of your teeth, it could be a sign of cavities. If you notice any irregularities in your smile, contact our office as soon as possible to schedule a visit so our dentist can look closer.

Emergency Dental Care in Manhattan

At Contemporary & Esthetic Dentistry-Marianna Farber, D.D.S., we provide excellent emergency dental care to improve your oral health and relieve pain and discomfort.

No matter what emergency you may be dealing with, our experienced and skilled team is here for you. If you’re suffering a dental emergency, contact our Manhattan emergency dentist to get the care you need today!

dentist hands holding healthy white tooth model

Helping Repair Damaged Teeth

Although a chipped or broken tooth may not immediately be uncomfortable or painful, the chance of bacteria entering your tooth and reaching the dental pulp increases. If bacteria reach the inner structure of your teeth, it can cause infections and dangerous dental emergencies. Before you schedule your appointment, you can help prevent infection by applying dental adhesive to the area, which is available at pharmacies and supermarkets. If an entire section or a small portion of your tooth has broken off, save it, and bring it to your appointment.

We’ll begin your visit by attempting to reattach the broken fragment. If the damage is too extensive for reattachment, we offer various restorative options, including crowns and bridges. Your Manhattan emergency dentist will discuss your options to find the perfect solution for you.

A hallmark of our office is treating each of our patients with the kindness and compassion they deserve, and you can expect to be treated like a member of our family when you walk through our doors. We work to schedule same-day appointments to address your emergency needs whenever possible, so contact us today to book your next visit!

Emergency Dentistry FAQs

It’s normal to have questions about our Manhattan emergency dental services. That’s why our friendly and communicative team is here to answer any questions you may have. Some of the most frequently asked questions about emergency dentistry include:

Hospitals don’t offer emergency dental care like dental crown placement and root canal therapy. In fact, emergency department staff are not allowed to perform dental services like extractions. They’ll prescribe pain medications and antibiotics but visiting our Manhattan emergency dentist is the perfect way to get the treatment you need.

You should see us as soon as possible. The sooner you receive attention, the sooner we can provide relief, preserve your natural tooth, and stop infection.

There’s no real way to prevent dental emergencies. However, proper at-home oral care and regular dental visits can help reduce the chance of dental emergencies occurring.

Dentist and patient discussing dental problems at report x-ray image