When dental pain strikes at 2 AM or your child knocks out a tooth at soccer practice, getting immediate care can make the difference between saving and losing that tooth. Diamond Dental provides prompt emergency dentistry services for urgent situations that can’t wait for a regular appointment.
Dr. Barry Diamond understands that dental emergencies rarely happen at convenient times. That’s why our office prioritizes same-day emergency appointments and uses advanced iTero Element 5D scanning technology to quickly diagnose problems and get you out of pain fast.
Whether you’re dealing with a severe toothache, broken crown, knocked-out tooth, or facial swelling, we’ll assess your situation immediately and provide the care you need to prevent further complications.
Some dental problems start small but quickly escalate into serious emergencies. A minor toothache can become an abscess, a small chip can expose the nerve, or trauma from an accident can damage multiple teeth at once.
Emergency dentistry focuses on stabilizing these urgent situations. The goal is always to save your natural teeth whenever possible while eliminating pain and preventing the problem from getting worse. Quick action often makes the difference between a simple repair and needing extensive reconstruction later.
Many people delay emergency care due to cost concerns or hoping the problem will resolve on its own. Unfortunately, dental infections and trauma rarely improve without treatment and can lead to more complex and expensive procedures if left untreated.
Our digital imaging with the iTero Element 5D scanner means no messy impressions when you’re already in pain. We can quickly see exactly what’s happening inside your tooth and surrounding tissues, which helps us provide faster, more accurate treatment.
Same-day emergency appointments are prioritized because we know you can’t always plan when problems occur. Dr. Diamond has extensive experience with complex dental situations and can often provide immediate relief while developing a plan for complete healing.
We believe in honest communication about your treatment options, especially during emergencies when you might feel overwhelmed. You’ll always know what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and what to expect during recovery.
Dr. Barry Diamond completed advanced training at the University of Maryland that specifically prepared him for complex emergency cases. His experience with digital dentistry has even been featured on PBS Forum 360, highlighting our commitment to using the latest technology for better patient outcomes.
Emergency situations require quick thinking and steady hands. Dr. Diamond’s background in restorative and cosmetic dentistry means he can not only solve the immediate problem but also consider how to preserve both function and appearance during treatment.
Our office philosophy of creating treatment plans that work with your budget becomes especially important during emergencies. We’ll always focus on stabilizing the immediate problem first, then work with you to determine the best long-term solution.
When you call with an emergency, we’ll ask a few quick questions to understand the severity and get you scheduled as soon as possible. For severe cases, we can often see you the same day or provide guidance for managing pain until we can treat you.
Your emergency appointment starts with digital imaging to see exactly what’s causing the problem. This helps us determine whether we need to drain an infection, stabilize a broken tooth, or perform other immediate interventions to get you comfortable.
Treatment focuses on stopping pain and preventing complications first. Depending on your situation, this might involve root canal therapy, temporary crowns, antibiotics, or other procedures. We’ll explain everything we’re doing and discuss next steps for complete healing.
Call us immediately – time is critical for saving knocked-out teeth. Handle the tooth by the crown (top part), not the root. If it’s dirty, gently rinse it with water but don’t scrub or remove any tissue fragments. Try to place it back in the socket if possible, or keep it moist in milk or saliva until you reach our office.
Severe, constant pain that keeps you awake or prevents you from normal activities is typically an emergency. Other warning signs include facial swelling, fever, bleeding that won’t stop, or pain when biting down. When in doubt, call us – we can help determine if you need immediate care or if it can wait for a regular appointment.
We provide emergency consultation services for urgent situations that occur after regular hours. Dr. Diamond can assess your situation and provide guidance for managing pain and preventing complications until you can come in for treatment. For severe emergencies, we’ll arrange care as quickly as possible.
We understand that emergencies create unexpected expenses. Our office works with several financing companies to make treatment accessible, and we offer an in-house savings plan for patients without insurance. We’ll always focus on stabilizing the immediate problem first, then work with you to create an affordable plan for complete treatment.
Hospital emergency rooms can help with facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or signs of serious infection like difficulty swallowing or breathing. However, they typically can’t provide definitive dental treatment and will refer you to a dentist anyway. For most dental emergencies, calling our office first will get you more appropriate care faster.
