Emergency Dentistry

Tooth knocked-out

A tooth that has been knocked out, dislodged, or loosened is a common dental emergency. Call us immediately for the best chance of saving the tooth. You can find additional instructions for how to handle a knocked-out tooth below, but the most important thing is to contact our team right away and let our emergency dental team do our best to help save your tooth.

Broken/cracked/chipped tooth

A broken, cracked, or chipped tooth can be moderately to severely painful and can also increase the risk of infection or more severe tooth and gum problems. As with other dental emergencies, the sooner you’re able to repair the damage, the better. Don’t delay your treatment. Let our team treat your fractured, broken, or chipped tooth and relieve the pain right away.

Loose or Lost Fillings

If you can feel your filling coming loose or if your dental filling has fallen out, you should contact our emergency dental team right away. A filling that has fallen out or become loose means that you’re at risk for painful symptoms, tooth decay, and possible infections. Our dentists and hygienists can quickly assess your lost dental filling, relieve the toothache pain, and present you with the most effective treatment options available.

Broken Dental Crown or Crown Coming Off

If your dental crown has fallen off, you should take immediate action to prevent damage to the tooth and gums. We also understand that a missing crown can often dramatically affect the appearance of your smile. The emergency dentists at Weissman Family Dentistry in Birmingham are highly experienced in repairing broken or lost dental crowns and can provide you with temporary and permanent solutions. Call or contact us right away to prevent further damage and restore the natural beauty of your smile.

Extractions

When a tooth is severely damaged a dental extraction is frequently the best option for an immediate repair. If your tooth is broken, decayed, impacted, or infected our team understands the pain, discomfort, and worry often associated with damaged teeth. For dental extraction emergencies in Birmingham, the team at Weissman Family Dentistry is your best option.

*If you have a broken jaw or excessive bleeding, please contact 911

We Are A Modern State-of-the-Art Dental Facility

When you have a dental emergency, it’s important to know that you are receiving the best treatment available. Dental emergencies come with unique challenges and circumstances that have significant impact on our well-being. It’s important to relieve toothache pain quickly and effectively, and it’s also important to maintain or restore the beauty of the natural smile. Frequently, there is additionally the need to treat and prevent the spread of infection. When you combine these factors and many others, it’s obvious that you need to have your dental emergency treated with the highest quality modern care available. The Emergency Dental Team at Weissman Family Dentistry invests heavily in staying current with industry advancements, ongoing education, and the most modern equipment. Call us right away for modern state-of-the-art emergency dental care in Birmingham.

Same-Day Emergency Dentistry

When you’re experiencing a dental emergency with accompanying tooth pain, minutes and hours matter. That’s why we do our best to make room for Same-Day and Emergency Walk-In Dental Appointments. Call us right away for the most current and up-to-date emergency appointment availability. Don’t wait another minute!

Best Dental Emergency Prices in the Birmingham Area

We get it. Sometimes finances are tight. The cost of dental care is a concern to most patients, and when a dental emergency comes along, it’s often important to get great care at a great price. We work hard to offer the best prices for dental emergency procedures in Birmingham. We accept most major insurances and offer promotions and discounts on emergency dental procedures. Call us right away for availability and current specials.

Welcoming & Compassionate Environment

We know that for some people, going to the dentist isn’t their favorite thing to do, and some patients struggle with anxiety and fear associated with dental visits. When you’re experiencing a dental emergency, these anxieties and fears can be even more challenging. That’s why we’ve assembled an Emergency Dental Team who cares about your entire experience while visiting our office. We’ll talk through your concerns and address any fears you might have in a caring and compassionate environment. If you’re experiencing a dental emergency in the Birmingham area, our team is here to help. Call us today.

Broken, Cracked or Chipped Tooth

1. Using warm water, rinse out your mouth and any broken pieces.
2. For bleeding, apply material such as gauze to the affected area for 10 minutes, or until bleeding subsides.
3.  To keep down swelling, hold a cold compress to the outside of the affected area (mouth, cheek, or lip).
4. Bring any tooth fragments in a wet towel or gauze to the office as soon as possible.

Object Stuck/Caught In-between Teeth

Try to carefully use floss to remove the object if possible. Do not use something metal like a pin to attempt to prod the object- you risk cutting your gums or scratching the tooth. Instead, try using your tongue or dental floss. Be extra careful if you have TMJ or other jaw pain issues. If this fails, schedule an appointment.

Missing Crown/Filling

Losing a crown or filling is not automatically an emergency, particularly when not caused by an injury. Sometimes it can happen when grinding or biting down on something. However, if the tooth is infected, you should immediately seek dental care. Some signs of potential tooth infection:

• Severe pain (especially when pain relievers do not help) - could be constant throbbing or present when biting/chewing
• Swelling in face, jaw, lymph nodes, or around the gum area near the crown
• Fever
• Difficulty opening mouth/moving jaw
• Yellow, green, or clear discharge

General Toothache

If you are unsure what is causing your toothache or pain, schedule an appointment. In the meantime, you can try the following for pain management:

• Ice packs – hold against jaw for 20 minutes
• Over-the-counter pain reliever/anesthetics
• Use one of the following rinses:
  • Hydrogen peroxide – do not swallow, mix with water if not a prepackaged wash.
  • Saltwater – mix ½ teaspoon salt into 8 ounces water. Swish for 30 seconds and then spit.

Follow instructions and keep in mind any interactions with your current medications.

Root Canal Cost

A variety of factors will affect the final cost of your treatment plan, as it is customized for your emergency. The cost of a root canal procedure in Birmingham typically starts around $500-$600. At Weissman Family Dentistry, we work with most dental providers to save you the most out-of-pocket expense possible on your root canal procedure. Call us for current new patient and emergency specials.

Dental Extraction Cost

There are many variables when it comes to the cost of dental extractions. However, the cost of a simple dental extraction typically starts around $75 while the cost for surgical extractions typically starts around $180. We work with most insurance companies and frequently have cost-saving promotions that can save you money. Call us today to find out more.

Dental Bonding Cost

Dental Bonding is often used to repair a chipped tooth and can even be used to help ‘splint’ a loose or knocked-out tooth while it is mending. The cost of dental bonding starts around $100. The specific needs of your situation will determine the final cost. Call our office and we’ll talk through those specifics and give you a more accurate estimate.

Dental Crowns Cost

The cost of a dental crown varies depending on several factors. However, an average dental crown procedure typically starts around $750. We take great care to make sure that your dental crowns are of the highest quality and will restore both the beauty and the health of your smile. Call us today for more information.

Cavity Filling Cost

The cost of cavity fillings depends on the severity of the cavity. However, an average dental filling in Birmingham usually starts around $100. Save money on your cavity filling by taking advantage of our new patient specials and current promotions. Call us for full details.