Fast, Caring Help When a Dental Emergency Strikes
Dental emergencies rarely happen at a convenient time. A sudden toothache, a cracked tooth, or a sports injury can bring severe pain and plenty of worry. When it happens, patients need a dental team that responds quickly, relieves discomfort, and protects the tooth.
At Gilreath Family Dentistry, we do our best to see patients with dental emergencies as quickly as possible. With advanced technology like low-dose digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and CEREC same-day crowns, our doctors can often diagnose the problem and restore a damaged tooth in a single visit. Patients of all ages throughout Marietta and Cobb County trust our practice when urgent dental care is needed.
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What Happens During an Emergency Dental Visit
When a dental emergency brings patients to our Marietta office, here’s what to expect:
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Contact Gilreath Family Dentistry as soon as possible. Our team will gather details about the situation and provide guidance on what to do before arriving.
Prompt Evaluation
Our doctors examine the affected area and take low-dose digital X-rays, or 3D imaging when needed, to identify the cause of the problem.
Pain Relief
Relieving discomfort is our priority. Our doctors numb the area and address the source of the pain.
Treatment
Depending on the issue, treatment may include repairing a broken tooth, placing a same-day crown, treating an infection or re-cementing a restoration.
Follow-Up Plan
If additional treatment is needed, our doctors explain every option clearly and create a plan to fully restore the tooth.
Why Choose Gilreath Family Dentistry for Emergency Dental Care
- Prompt attention: We do our best to see emergency patients as quickly as possible.
- Same-day restorations: CEREC technology allows many broken teeth to be restored with a permanent crown in a single visit.
- Accurate diagnosis: Low-dose digital X-rays and in-office 3D imaging help our doctors find the source of pain quickly.
- Gentle, compassionate care: Our doctors focus on relieving pain and keeping patients comfortable.
- Care for the whole family: We treat dental emergencies for patients of all ages, including children with dental injuries.
- Complete care in one place: From emergency treatment to long-term restoration, everything can be handled in one office.
Insurance and Payment Options for Emergency Dental Care
Most dental insurance plans include coverage for emergency exams, X-rays, and many urgent treatments. Gilreath Family Dentistry accepts most insurance plans and files claims on behalf of our patients. We also accept HSA and FSA funds, offer financing through CareCredit, subject to approval, and provide an in-house Membership Club for patients without dental insurance.
Need an Emergency Dentist in Marietta? Call Us Today
Don’t wait when a dental emergency strikes. Contact Gilreath Family Dentistry at 200 White St NW in Marietta as soon as possible. Our office is open Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM.
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About Emergency Dentistry
A dental emergency is any situation that involves severe pain, bleeding, swelling or damage to the teeth or gums that needs prompt attention. Common examples include a severe toothache, a broken or knocked-out tooth, a lost crown, a dental abscess and injuries to the mouth. If in doubt, call Gilreath Family Dentistry for guidance.
Pick up the tooth by the crown, not the root, and rinse it gently without scrubbing. Try to place it back in the socket, or keep it in milk or saliva, and call our office immediately. Acting quickly gives the best chance of saving the tooth.
Rinse with warm water, gently floss to remove trapped food and take an over-the-counter pain reliever as directed. A cold compress on the cheek can help reduce swelling. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gums, and call our office to schedule an evaluation.
In many cases, yes. Gilreath Family Dentistry uses CEREC technology to design, mill and place a permanent porcelain crown in a single appointment. Minor chips may also be repaired with tooth-colored bonding during the same visit.
Yes. A dental abscess is a serious infection that can spread if left untreated. Contact our office promptly if you notice swelling, a pimple-like bump on the gums or severe throbbing pain. If swelling affects breathing or swallowing, go to the emergency room immediately.
For most dental problems, such as toothaches, broken teeth and lost crowns, a dentist is the best choice. Go to the emergency room for facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, a suspected broken jaw, uncontrolled bleeding or a serious head injury.
Yes. Gilreath Family Dentistry treats patients of all ages, and our team is here to help if a child injures their teeth. Parents should call our office right away after a dental injury for guidance and prompt care.
Most dental insurance plans cover emergency exams, X-rays and many urgent treatments. Gilreath Family Dentistry accepts most insurance plans and files claims for our patients. HSA, FSA and CareCredit financing are also available.