Emergency Dentist in Brooklyn NY

Toothaches

Sometimes a toothache is caused by debris lodged between teeth, but if pain persists you need immediate dental care. Never place an aspirin between your tooth and gums to relieve pain, since this can damage gum tissue.

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Root Canal

A root canal is needed when the pulp inside your tooth becomes infected. The procedure cleans and removes infected pulp tissue, and special dental materials fill the space and rebuild the tooth so it looks and feels like new.

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Tooth Extraction

If a tooth is too damaged to save, extraction may be necessary. Our state-of-the-art equipment supports complete restoration after extraction. Our team focuses on making the process as comfortable as possible.

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Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are the third and final molars that erupt at the back of your mouth. They often arrive too close to existing teeth, causing crowding, improper bites, and pain. Impacted wisdom teeth can lead to inflammation and infection. Most people do not need their four wisdom teeth to bite, speak, or eat, so extraction prevents future problems.

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Broken, Fractured, or Displaced Tooth

A broken or knocked-out tooth is usually not cause for alarm if you act fast. Rinse your mouth of debris, apply a cold compress to the cheek to limit swelling, and try to reinsert a knocked-out tooth into its socket. If you cannot, hold it by the crown (never the root) and place it in warm milk, saline, or saliva until you reach our office. For fractures, rinse with warm water, apply a cold pack, and use ibuprofen as needed. Minor fractures can often be sanded and restored.

Treatment of an Abscessed Tooth

An abscessed tooth is a pocket of pus caused by bacterial infection. Bacteria can spread from the tooth root into nearby tissues, swelling and infecting the pulp. The pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue, which is why an abscess can be extremely painful. Antibiotics may help, but if they are not effective a root canal may be needed to remove the dead pulp and restore the tooth.

Broken Dentures

Dentures are made to last but daily wear can take its toll. Cracks or breaks can also happen due to improper fit. Top dentures are slightly more likely to fracture than bottom ones. In many cases, dentures can be repaired the same day as your visit.

Broken Dental Bridges

Dental bridges are built to handle wear and tear, but problems do happen. Underlying decay is a common culprit and will keep spreading without action. Minor cracks or damage can often be repaired in office, while severely damaged bridges may need to be remade.

Pain Management for Brooklyn Emergencies

Toothaches, abscesses, broken teeth, and other emergencies can cause significant pain. Our office uses a range of pain management options including nitrous oxide, laughing gas, and sweet air. We address the underlying cause of your emergency so relief is immediate and lasting.