Emergency Dentist – Needham, MA

Why Choose Gillis Dental for Emergency Dentistry?

• Extended Dental Office Hours Three Days a Week
• Fast, Compassionate Care
• Sedation and Advanced Restorative Procedures Available

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

• Same-Day Appointment: Upon receiving your call, we’ll ask about your situation, offer any first-aid tips that you might need, and make arrangements to see you as soon as we can. If necessary, we can schedule a same-day appointment for you.
• Emergency Exam: The point of an emergency examination is to figure out what’s causing the problem as well as how extensive the damage is. In addition to taking a close look at your teeth and gums, we may need to capture a few X-rays to get a full picture of the situation.
• Review Findings: We’ll share the results of our examination with you and explain what’s going on inside your mouth. Then we can give you our recommendations for treatment. Don’t worry; you won’t have to make any decisions without first being given an estimate of the cost and timeline of the treatment in question.
• Get the Care You Need: After devising a treatment plan, all we need to do is carry it out and help you achieve the relief that you deserve.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Dental emergencies come in many different forms, but the one thing that they all have in common is that they should be examined and treated by a professional as soon as possible. Below are examples of common dental emergencies that our team can help with; if you or a loved one has any of these symptoms, don’t hesitate to call us.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

There is no set cost for treating a dental emergency because every situation is unique. If treatment is as simple as giving you a prescription, you will have to pay less than a patient who requires root canal therapy or another major procedure. We will always be upfront with you about pricing and help you explore options for making your treatment affordable. We accept most forms of PPO dental insurance, and financing is available for most patients.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

Here are some simple tips to help you reduce your chances of suffering a dental emergency:

• Maintain an excellent oral hygiene routine. You should brush at least twice a day and floss once a day.
• Always wear a mouthguard during sports. Custom mouthguards provide more protection than store-bought ones.
• Visit your Needham dentist regularly for preventive care. We can identify and treat most oral health issues before they lead to an emergency.
• Be aware of your surroundings. Be cautious around potential fall hazards or other dangers that might cause injury.