Dental Emergency

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Dental Emergency Long Beach, California

Ready To Provide Assistance 24/7

Our skilled dental team is standing by to help you schedule an appointment and eliminate tooth pain in Long Beach...

We believe that no patient should have to deal with the concerns of a dental emergency without professional help, no matter what time of day it may occur. This is why your Long Beach Family Dentist takes steps to provide a team of knowledgeable staff members to be available for calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The standard that we set for ourselves is to ensure every individual the opportunity to reach out to our staff and have an appointment scheduled with our emergency dentist as soon as possible. Whether you are experiencing the pains that correlate with severe tooth decay, or even a broken tooth, we are always prepared to provide quality assistance in making sure that you receive treatment at the nearest point available in time. We strive to guarantee that no patient has to worry about their own oral health simply because business hours are over, and our staff is fully committed to the dental needs of every individual, especially when those needs are urgent. If you are experiencing severe tooth pain in Long Beach, give us a call now. We will do whatever it takes to help you with getting seen by our emergency dentist at the next possible opportunity.

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Dentist Emergency Long Beach, California

You Don’t Have To Feel Helpless

There are a number of helpful remedies that can get you through to your appointment...

There are several methods for various dental emergencies that we like to provide our patients with in the case that they are awaiting an appointment time while facing one of many concerns. If a tooth has been cracked, chipped, or broken, we recommend that you place the fragments into a small glass of milk. This will help to ensure the severed portion retains the appropriate amount of moisture until treatment can be obtained. Any injuries in the mouth that involve open wounds, such as cuts or punctures can benefit from rinsing warm salt water, which will greatly decrease the risk of infection and help the affected area heal faster. Taking safe over-the-counter pain medications can greatly assist an individual experiencing pain that may seem overwhelming at the time, providing a temporary sense of relief that can hold you over until we can assess and solve the problem during a dental exam. We will always be there when you need dental assistance, no matter the time or day.

Potential Dental Emergencies

If you have these issues, you may have a dental emergency...

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Toothache

We advise arranging an appointment so that our dentists can determine the cause of the issue and provide a treatment plan because a toothache can be a symptom of numerous dental issues.

Wisdom Teeth

At some point in their lives, about 65% of people will experience wisdom tooth development. In most situations, wisdom teeth need to be removed since they can be extremely painful.

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Tooth Abscess

A painful growth surrounding an infected tooth is called an abscess. We will identify the course of treatment that best suits your needs out of the various approaches to treat an abscess.

Here For You!

We have staff members standing by right now to assist you with your toothache in Long Beach...

The reason we provide a 24 hour service line is not only to ensure that you get the best dental care available at the nearest possible appointment time, but because we believe in the fact that our patients are people first, people who deserve genuine care and quality service when and how they need it. It doesn’t matter to us whether it’s 1 in the afternoon or 1 in the morning, give us a call now. We want to help you!

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Emergency Dentist Long Beach, California

Eliminate The Pain Fast

A toothache in Long Beach can cause many problems, but we have a solution...

If there’s one thing that we know about cases of tooth pain, it’s that in almost every case the sensation will only intensify over time until some form of treatment has been given by your dentist. Severe tooth decay can lead to extreme nerve pain, which often requires a root canal in order to remove the infected area. Without this procedure, pain will only increase and become more intolerable at a consistent rate, causing extreme difficulties within our day to day lives that include sleepless nights and migraines. Tooth decay that’s left untreated can also lead to a spread of infection to the gum tissue, causing swelling and redness that may result in disease such as gingivitis. Damaged teeth are another type of dental concern that require immediate attention from a skilled professional, such as our emergency dentist in Long Beach. Cracked or chipped teeth can cause intense discomfort in the mouth and surrounding area of trauma, it is always important to take steps in protecting the affected area and seeking the treatment of a professional. If you need quality urgent dentistry for any of these, or otherwise related dental issues, we highly recommend contacting our staff right away. We will make sure to schedule your appointment and get you out of pain as fast as possible.

Emergency Dental Services

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Tooth Extraction

The practice of extracting a tooth is only employed under dire circumstances. We will provide you choices for dental replacement if our experts determines that removing the tooth is your only option.

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Gum Disease

Periodontitis, often known as gum disease, is fairly prevalent but rarely discussed. Severe cases of periodontitis can result in infection and even tooth loss. To prevent deterioration, it's crucial to maintain good oral hygiene and show up for all of your visits.

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Root Canal

A root canal is a treatment to remove microorganisms from the tooth's pulp (or core). The root canal procedure is non-surgical at Long Beach Family Dentist.

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Dental Emergency FAQ Long Beach, California

Frequently Asked Questions

A chipped tooth is not always a dental emergency. In non-emergency cases we recommend dental bonding, however, in cases of severe breakage, emergency dental care is necessary. These situations are usually incredibly painful and we recommend scheduling an appointment as soon as possible.

A broken molar is different from a chipped or cracked tooth. In a broken tooth, a sizable part of the tooth is gone. We recommend immediate dental attention.

An untreated cracked tooth can lead to tooth sensitivity, tooth decay, and ultimately tooth loss. You should never leave a broken tooth untreated, even if it doesn’t hurt. Food may get caught in the openings leading to infections or abscesses in your mouth.

Generally, emergency dentist appointments are not more expensive than traditional ones. The price does not differ whether you've pre-planned treatment or not, but your treatment needs may be greater if you wait until you’re in pain. Pain is normally a sign that the damage to the tooth is extensive, so a lot of the time, a toothache does signify that something more is needed, such as a crown or root canal. These procedures are more intensive and, therefore, more expensive than a filling. Rather than delay treatment until it hurts, you should schedule an appointment ASAP.

The cause of gum pain can vary in severity. Minor issues like brushing too hard or poor flossing technique aren’t considered as serious, but gum pain could also be a symptom of gum disease or an infection. If the pain persists, we recommend contacting us at Long Beach Family Dentist.

There are several ways to identify a gum infection, including: swollen, bleeding or receding gums, bad breath, pus, or even tooth loss are all symptoms. If you are consistently struggling with one or more of these symptoms, we recommend scheduling an appointment.

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I been a patient here for over twelve years. Andrea greeted me and got my folder set up. Toni is very friendly and answers any questions you have promptly, when I always come in she greets you with a smile and makes your appointment enjoyable. Today Jovani and Dr. Joan made this experience great. I recommend this dentist for new patients.

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Very clean and friendly crew. I really enjoyed myself.

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Amy Y.

The service here is amazing and they make you feel comfortable. I'm one of those people that hates to go to the dentist and the dentists that I went to in the past were not that great with service. Overall I found my favorite dentist service now at Long Beach Family Dentist.

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Christine M.

Very clean and organized office! Entire staff was pleasant and friendly, and seems interested in ensuring I had a positive experience. Will definitely return! Affordable rates.

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Daniel M.

I been a patient here for over twelve years. Andrea greeted me and got my folder set up. Toni is very friendly and answers any questions you have promptly, when I always come in she greets you with a smile and makes your appointment enjoyable. Today Jovani and Dr. Joan made this experience great. I recommend this dentist for new patients.

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Clean and friendly...
Corey B.

Very clean and friendly crew. I really enjoyed myself.

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