Man holding his cheek because of tooth pain

Emergency Dentist in Brooklyn, NY

Urgent care for toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, abscesses and swelling. Call us and we will tell you what to do next.

Urgent care for toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, abscesses and swelling. Call us and we will tell you what to do next.

About emergency dentistry

Emergency Dentistry at Bensonhurst Dental Care

Dental emergencies rarely happen at a convenient time. A sudden toothache, a broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth, or an infection that appears without warning can cause severe pain and anxiety, and every hour of delay can affect the outcome. At Bensonhurst Dental Care, emergency dental services are available to provide prompt diagnosis, pain relief, and treatment when patients need it most.

The dental team is equipped to handle a wide range of urgent situations, from trauma and fractures to infections and acute pain. Broken teeth, severe toothaches, and knocked-out teeth all require different responses, and the team is prepared to act quickly on each. Infections such as dental abscesses and cases of swelling and infection are treated aggressively to prevent spread and protect the patient's health. When a tooth is in acute distress and the nerve is involved, root canal emergencies are addressed to relieve pain and stabilize the tooth. And when a tooth cannot be saved, emergency extractions are performed to eliminate the source of the problem and begin the path to recovery.

What sets emergency care at Bensonhurst Dental Care apart is the depth of expertise available under one roof. The practice's team includes specialists in endodontics, periodontics, restorative dentistry, and laser dentistry, which means that regardless of the nature of the emergency, the right clinical skill set is available to manage it. Emergency treatment is not just about addressing the immediate crisis. It is about connecting that crisis to a clear plan for definitive care and long-term recovery.

When to come in

When to Call Us Right Away

Severe toothache that medication does not relieve

A knocked-out, loose or displaced adult tooth

A broken tooth with pain or a sharp edge

Swelling of the gum, face or jaw

Bleeding that does not stop

A lost crown or filling with pain

In pain right now?

Call us as soon as you can. We'll ask about your symptoms and tell you how soon you need to be seen.

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Emergency Dentistry FAQs

Emergency Dentistry FAQs

Emergency Dentistry FAQs

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