Emergency Dentist Santa Fe

Quick & Gentle Care for Injured & Hurting Smiles

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No one can predict when or how they’ll experience an emergency—and dental emergencies have a knack for occurring when we least expect them! That said, Dr. Zhang understands just how alarming these situations can be, which is why he offers dental patients quick, high-quality care for their dental injuries, even on the same day if necessary! If you or someone you know needs emergency dentistry in Santa Fe, contact our office at once for assistance.

Why Choose Juniper Dental for Emergency Dentistry?

  • Same-Day Emergency Appointments Available
  • Advanced Dental Technology for Streamlined Care
  • Wide Variety of Effective Emergency Treatments

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

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Our top priority is to quickly treat your dental emergency and relieve any pain you might be feeling. If you find yourself dealing with an urgent dental situation, here’s how we’ll work to get your grin back on track:

  1. Give Us a Call at Once – Our office is thrilled to offer same-day urgent care for dental patients in Santa Fe, so we encourage you to call us at once if there’s something wrong with your teeth, gums, or other oral structures.
  2. Attend Your Same-Day Appointment – Once you’re here, we’ll get you seated and examine your smile while also relieving any pain you’re feeling. We might need to capture X-rays to see what’s going on, but we’ll work quickly and with the utmost care.
  3. Get the Care You Need – After we’ve determined the best course of action, we’ll carry out a customized treatment plan focused on restoring your smile and oral health. This can include a variety of treatments, depending on the circumstances.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Even if your symptoms don’t seem very serious or outright painful, it’s unwise to leave anything to chance! Once you’ve called our office and we’ve determined when you need to come in, we’ll also give you some initial first-aid steps to take. Here’s a short list of some of the most common dental emergencies that we see and how they’re treated:

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Toothaches

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Chipped
Tooth

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Cracked
Tooth

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Sensitivity to
Hot & Cold

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Knocked-Out
Tooth

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Lost Filling
or Crown

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Broken
Denture

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Loose
Tooth

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Gums, Lip or
Tongue Injury

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Jaw Pain or
Clenching

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Something Stuck
Between Teeth

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

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To put it simply, no two dental emergencies are the same, meaning that the cost of care is going to vary depending on the situation. However, once you come in and allow Dr. Zhang and our team to inspect your smile, we’ll begin drawing up a treatment plan that includes associated cost estimates. Emergency dental care is always worthwhile, no matter the cost—but we know it’s helpful to have an idea of what to expect!

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

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It’s always best to try to prevent dental emergencies from occurring in the first place! Though this isn’t always possible, you’d be surprised at how well you can effectively safeguard your smile. Consider these three tips:

  • Maintain excellent oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily, as a healthy smile is less likely to encounter emergencies.
  • Visit us twice a year for routine preventive care, and Dr. Zhang will let you know if there’s anything that requires treatment.
  • If you play sports, protect your teeth and gums with a mouthguard.