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Emergency Dentistry in long island city
If you’re experiencing any type of dental pain that you can’t treat on your own, we’re here to help! Whatever your issue may be, the team at BORO Dental Arts offers a wide range of services to treat dental emergencies and get you out of pain. Dr. Lau and our team of dental professionals are standing by to give you the emergency care you need. Get in touch to schedule a same-day, after-hours, or weekend appointment.
Flexible Scheduling for Emergencies
When you have a dental emergency, it’s important to get help as soon as you can. That’s why we offer same-day appointments for all of our patients. If possible, we ask that you call ahead at (917) 201-7999 to let us know that you are coming in so we can properly prepare for your visit. However, we also accept walk-ins at our office, which is located at 2922 Northern Blvd. Suite #1C, Long Island City, NY 11101.
Busy during the day? Need an after-hours appointment? We can help. Just get in touch, and we’d be happy to get you the treatment you need on your schedule. We even offer weekend hours, so you won’t have to wait until Monday to get dental care.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any oral health issue that is causing you pain, discomfort, or bleeding. Accidental dental trauma like chipped, cracked, damaged, loose, and knocked-out teeth all must be treated right away to minimize complications and save the tooth.
However, a number of other issues also qualify as dental emergencies, including:
- dislodged or loose dental work
- a persistent or severe toothache
- gums that are bleeding heavily
When in doubt, schedule an emergency appointment. It’s better to be safe than sorry!
What Should I Do in a Dental Emergency?
Your top priority should be coming into our office. Give us a call to let us know about your issue and to tell us that you’re coming in for emergency care.
If applicable, you can recover your tooth or pulled-out dental work. A knocked-out tooth should be rinsed gently and put into a container of cold milk to keep it moist. Damaged dental work can be put into a plastic bag.
If you have time, you can use gauze or cotton balls to absorb blood, and take an NSAID like ibuprofen, naproxen, or acetaminophen to help with pain and inflammation. Ice can be applied to the cheek for pain relief, and to help with swelling. However, these are all temporary fixes so don’t delay. It is crucial that you see the doctor right away to ensure you get the help you need for your dental emergency.
The Importance of Immediate Emergency Dental Care
Getting prompt care ensures that you can save your tooth and avoid further complications. A knocked-out tooth, for example, can only be saved if it’s replaced within 1-2 hours of the injury. If you wait too long to get care, the situation will only get worse.
Emergency dental care also allows you to get relief from your pain and discomfort. A cracked, damaged or infected tooth can cause excruciating pain, and interfere with your day-to-day life. Emergency treatment provides you with relief and gives you peace of mind. After you get treatment, you don’t have to worry about your oral health suffering or any dental issues becoming worse. Come in today for expert care, pain relief, and peace of mind!
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