A dental emergency is urgent. Finding care should be clear.

Same-day openings may be available, but they depend on the provider, borough, time and your symptoms. Call with your location and what happened. We check current options rather than promising an appointment that has not been confirmed.

Call 911 or seek emergency medical care for difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, severe or rapidly increasing facial swelling, or a serious injury. A hospital can address medical danger, but dental treatment may still be needed afterward.

Act immediately. Hold it by the crown, not the root. If dirty, rinse briefly without scrubbing. Try to place it back in the socket only if safe, or keep it in milk or an appropriate tooth-preservation solution. Seek emergency dental care right away. Do not reinsert a baby tooth.

Fees vary by provider, time, imaging and treatment. An exam and X-rays are separate from procedures such as extraction, root canal or crown repair. Ask for the expected evaluation fee and how treatment will be priced before the visit.

Many providers offer self-pay options, but prices and payment terms vary. Ask for a written estimate and available payment methods before treatment. Community clinics may be another option for eligible patients, though urgent availability differs.

Antibiotics may be appropriate in some situations, but they do not remove the dental source of infection. A dentist needs to evaluate the tooth and surrounding tissues. Drainage, root canal treatment, extraction or other care may be necessary.

It still needs prompt evaluation. A fracture can expose inner tooth structure or worsen with chewing even without pain. Save any fragments, avoid biting on that side and arrange a dental assessment soon.

Bring identification, insurance details if applicable, a list of medications and allergies, relevant medical history and any dental fragments or restorations you can safely keep. Arrive with the provider’s confirmed address and fee information.