Emergency Dental Care

Emergency Dental Care in South Jersey

Tooth pain and dental problems do not always happen at a convenient time. If you are experiencing a toothache, broken or cracked tooth, lost filling or crown, swelling, suspected infection or another unexpected dental concern, contact Dentistry of South Jersey.

Our team can help determine tle appropriate next step and current appointment availability. Same-day treatment is not guaranteed and depends on the diagnosis, procedure required, provider availability and schedule.

When Should I Call an Emergency Dentist?

Severe or persistent toothache
Broken, cracked or chipped tooth
Lost filling Lost crown
Dental swelling pain when biting or chewing
Suspected dental infection
Dental trauma
Another sudden dental problem

If you are unsure whether your situation needs urgent attention, call us and describe your symptoms.

What Should I Do for a Severe Toothache?

A toothache may be related to decay, infection, a cracked tooth, a damaged restoration, gum problems or inflammation involving the inside of the tooth. An examination and appropriate X-rays or imaging may be needed to determine the cause.

Do I Need a Root Canal?

Not every toothache requires root canal treatment. If the tissue inside a tooth becomes inflamed or infected, root canal treatment may sometimes be recommended to help save the tooth. Your dentist will evaluate the tooth and discuss appropriate options.

What If I Break a Tooth?

Contact us even if the tooth is not painful. A fracture can weaken the remaining tooth structure. Treatment depends on the location and extent of the damage and may include a filling, crown, root canal treatrnent or another procedure based on the diagnosis.

What If My Crown or Filling Comes Out?

Contact our office. If a crown comes off, save it if possible and avoid chewing on the affected tooth. Do not use household glue to permanently reattach a crown. Your dentist will evaluate the tooth and determine the appropriate treatment.

What If My Face or Mouth Is Swollen?

Dental swelling can be associated wifi infection and should be evaluated promptly. If swelling is affecting your ability to breathe or swallow, seek emergency medical attention immediately.

What About Wisdom Tooth Pain?

Dentistry of South Jersey can evaluate wisdom-tooth pain or swelling and determine the appropriate next step. Dentistry of South Jersey does not extract wisdom teeth. If wisdom-tooth extraction is required, the patient can be referred appropriately.

Can New Patients Call With a Dental Emergency?

Yes. If you are new to Dentistry of South Jersey and have an urgent dental concem, contact the office most convenient for you and explain your symptoms.

Can I Get a Same-Day Emergency Appointment?

Appointment availability varies by location, provider and day. Call as early as possible and tell our team what is happening. We will help determine the appropriate next step based on your symptoms and current availability.

Nervous About Emergency Dental Treatment?

Tell us if you are anxious. Nitrous oxide is available for appropriate patients at our Cherry Hill, Sewell and Pennsville locations.

What Happens at an Emergency Dental Visit?

Discussion of your symptoms
Dental examination
Appropriate X-rays or imaging
Diagnosis
Discussion of treatment options

Whether definitive treatment can be completed during the same visit depends on the diagnosis, procedure required, provider availability and other clinical considerations.

Will Dental Insurance Cover an Emergency Visit?

Coverage depends on your individual dental plan and the treatment provided. Dentistry Of South Jersey works With most PPO dental insurance plans. Our team can help review available benefits and provide estimates when possible. Insurance estimates are not guarantees of payment.