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When you need emergency dental care, you are uncomfortable and unable to get on with your daily activities due to the pain. Searching for “an emergency dental office near me,” becomes your priority. Urgent dental care offers relief from both the pain and from wondering what is wrong.
Where Do I Find Affordable Emergency Dental Care Near Me?
If you are in pain, don’t suffer needlessly as there are affordable emergency dentists in Fairfax that can treat you during regular office hours. Call our office today to arrange an appointment as we can often see you the same day. If not, we will work you into our schedule as soon as possible. Our dentists treat brutal toothaches and other emergencies for both current and new patients. Knowing that you can get pain relief and treatment quickly will relieve some of the stress of missing school or work because of a dental emergency. While we hope you never need emergency care, our dental team is here to help.
What are Typical Emergency Dental Services?
Emergency dentists typically treat patients with severe toothaches or patients with other issues that need treatment quickly to avoid further damage. At our emergency dental office, dentists see patients with the following conditions during office hours:
Broken or Fractured Teeth
Broken or fractured teeth need emergency dental care to prevent decay-causing bacteria from getting inside your tooth. Call our emergency dental office and we will fit you in as quickly as possible during our regular office hours.
Knocked-Out Teeth
If you have knocked-out teeth, we may be able to re-implant the tooth if you find the tooth and rinse it off. Hold the tooth by the crown and try placing it back in the socket before calling our office to make an appointment.
Severe Toothache Pain or Pressure
Multiple issues could cause searing tooth pain or pressure. Do not delay seeking care from emergency dentists, especially if you have other symptoms. The searing pain you feel could be any number of things that are long-term damage to your oral health.
Tooth Sensitivity
Minor tooth sensitivity is not an emergency, however, if your tooth sensitivity is very painful and it came on suddenly, you may have a gum infection or a fractured (cracked) tooth. We try to leave time during our day for emergencies; we understand how important this is to someone in pain.
Dental Decay (Cavities)
If you ignore dental decay, it will spread and cause a large, very painful cavity once the tooth’s root exposed. Normally, emergency dentists will try to preserve your tooth and stop the pain.
Abscessed Tooth
An abscessed tooth needs urgent dental care to avoid potentially serious consequences. Symptoms of an abscessed tooth include a severe toothache or sensitivity, foul breath and swelling or an open sore on your gum.
Lost or Loose Fillings
Lost or loose fillings are an emergency since the cavity is exposed to bacteria and the tooth is structurally weakened if the filling was large.
Broken Crowns or Lost Restorations
Broken crowns or restorations are not only a cosmetic problem; the lost restoration leaves the tooth susceptible to injury. Our dentist may be able to fix your crown, so bring in the pieces if the crown broke in half.
Orthodontic Pain or Injuries
When you have metal braces, broken brackets or lose wires can cause orthodontic pain or injuries. Emergency dentists will work to stabilize your braces and alleviate your pain.
Tooth Enamel Worn by Teeth Grinding
If you grind your teeth at night, you can wear out your enamel to the point that it needs reinforcement. We can fit you with a mouth guard to wear at night to protect your teeth from further damage.
Sinus Pressure
Sinus pressure combined with tooth pain may indicate impacted wisdom teeth or a dental infection. First, emergency dentists will rule out dental problems that are causing your sinus pressure so you can speak to your medical doctor about treatment.
How Would I Know if I Needed Care Immediately?
I’m afraid I cannot wait for emergency dental services at your dental office. When should I head straight to the nearest ER?
There are emergencies that cannot wait. If you experience any of the following, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 for assistance:
- Trauma to the face, jaw or teeth, including a suspected broken jaw
- Severe or uncontrolled bleeding in your mouth
- Severe swelling of your face or gums
How Much Should I Expect To Pay at an Emergency Dental Office Near Me?
We cannot give you a price estimate for emergency dental care until your condition has been reviewed. Emergency dentists can diagnoses your problem and decide what treatment option is best. We strive to offer affordable care. If you have treatment options, our dentist will give you a price for each one. We work with most major dental insurance companies, but if you are uninsured, we can offer several financing options. We accept most major credit cards as well.
You’ll hear emergency dentists in Fairfax mentioning DentRite®, a discount dental plan, to our uninsured patients. DentRite makes paying for dental care much easier by offering discounts at quality dental offices. You can choose the family plan so your spouse and children can enjoy the discounts as well. Members save $250 on preventative care alone each year, and you can use your DentRite discount for restorative and cosmetic procedures as well. Simply visit a participating a dentist and show your card to receive your no-hassle discount on the spot.
How can I find emergency dental care near me after-hours or on a weekend?
If you have a serious after-hours dental emergency that needs treatment immediately, call 911 or have someone take you to the ER. If you can wait until our regular business hours for treatment, we will see you as soon as possible. Contact us and someone will get back to you as soon as our office reopens. Emergency dentists in Fairfax can help get your dental health back on track quickly.
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