Emergency Dentist in NYC
A dental emergency doesn’t wait for a convenient time. Whether you’ve cracked a tooth, lost a crown, or you’re up at night with throbbing pain, you need a dentist who can step in quickly. Park Smiles NYC treats dental emergencies for patients across New York City, northern New Jersey, and Long Island’s Five Towns from four conveniently located offices. We keep room in our daily schedule for urgent problems and prioritize patients in pain — so when something goes wrong, call the Park Smiles location nearest you and we’ll work to see you as soon as we can.
In pain right now? Call your nearest Park Smiles office:
| Location | Address | Call now |
|---|---|---|
| Upper East Side (Carnegie Hill) | 1175 Park Ave, Suite 1D | +1-212-988-6724 |
| Upper West Side (Park Smiles West) | 41 W 72nd St | +1-212-721-8373 |
| Edison, NJ | 485 US Hwy 1 | +1-732-994-3684 |
| Woodmere, NY | 1000 Broadway | +1-516-791-2200 |
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What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any problem affecting your teeth, gums, or mouth that involves severe pain, bleeding, swelling, infection, or trauma and needs prompt professional attention to relieve discomfort or save a tooth. If you’re not sure whether your situation qualifies, use a simple rule of thumb: if it hurts badly, won’t stop bleeding, is swelling, or a tooth has been damaged or knocked out, treat it as an emergency and call us.
Situations that usually need urgent dental care include:
- A severe or persistent toothache
- A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
- A broken, cracked, or chipped tooth
- A lost or loose crown, filling, or bridge
- A dental abscess or swelling around a tooth or in the gums
- Bleeding that won’t stop after an injury
- A soft-tissue injury to the lips, cheeks, tongue, or gums
Dental emergency or the ER — how to tell
Most dental problems are best handled by a dentist, not a hospital emergency room. An ER can manage pain and prescribe antibiotics, but it usually can’t repair, restore, or save a tooth. Call a dentist for toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost crowns or fillings, and most abscesses.
Go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if you have:
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Swelling that is spreading toward your eye or down your neck
- Bleeding that you can’t control
- A possible broken or dislocated jaw, or a serious facial injury
When in doubt about a life-threatening situation, choose the ER first — we can always handle the dental repair afterward.
Dental Emergencies We Treat
Park Smiles is a multi-specialty practice with general dentists, endodontic (root canal) care, oral surgery, and periodontal care all under one roof, so most emergencies can be diagnosed and treated in a single visit. These are the problems we see most often.
Severe Toothache
A toothache that is sharp, throbbing, or constant often signals decay, infection, or a cracked tooth that has reached the nerve. We’ll examine the tooth, take any X-rays needed to find the cause, and treat the source of the pain — which may mean a filling, root canal therapy, or other care. Don’t ignore a toothache that keeps you up at night; the sooner we see it, the more options we have to save the tooth.
Broken or Chipped Tooth
A broken or chipped tooth can range from a minor cosmetic chip to a serious fracture that exposes the nerve. Depending on the damage, we may repair it with dental bonding, a same-day CEREC crown, or other restorative treatment. Save any pieces you can and bring them with you.
Knocked-Out Tooth
A fully knocked-out (avulsed) permanent tooth is one of the most time-sensitive dental emergencies. The tooth has the best chance of being saved if it’s reinserted within about 30 to 60 minutes, so call us immediately and follow the first-aid steps below on your way in.
Lost or Loose Crown
When a crown comes off or feels loose, the tooth underneath is exposed and often sensitive to air, temperature, and pressure. Keep the crown if you can find it, avoid chewing on that side, and call us so we can re-cement or replace it before the tooth is damaged further.
Lost Filling
A filling that falls out leaves a gap where decay and bacteria can collect, and the exposed area can be painful. We’ll clean the tooth and place a new filling — or, if the decay is extensive, recommend the right restoration to protect it.
Dental Abscess or Swelling
An abscess is a pocket of infection, usually causing throbbing pain, swelling, a bad taste, or a small bump on the gum. A dental infection won’t clear up on its own and can spread, so it needs prompt treatment. Call us right away — and if the swelling spreads toward your eye or neck, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the ER.
We also handle cracked teeth, broken or lost dentures, soft-tissue injuries, and emergency tooth extractions and facial trauma care when they’re needed.
What to Do Before You Get to Us
The right first aid can ease your pain and improve the odds of saving a tooth. Here’s what to do for the most common emergencies while you’re on your way to Park Smiles.
Knocked-out tooth
- Pick the tooth up by the crown (the white part) — never touch the root.
- If it’s dirty, rinse it gently with water or milk; don’t scrub it.
- If you can, place it back in the socket and bite down softly on clean gauze.
- If you can’t reinsert it, keep it in a cup of milk (not water).
- Get to us as quickly as possible — ideally within 30 to 60 minutes.
Broken or chipped tooth
- Rinse your mouth with warm water and save any pieces.
- Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling.
- Cover a sharp edge with dental wax or sugarless gum to protect your tongue and cheek.
- Take an over-the-counter pain reliever if needed.
Lost crown or filling
- Keep the crown and bring it with you.
- Avoid chewing on that side of your mouth.
- You can use temporary dental cement from a pharmacy to cover the area — never use household glue.
Severe toothache
- Rinse with warm salt water and gently floss to remove any trapped food.
- Use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek for swelling.
- Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed; never place aspirin directly on the gum, as it can burn the tissue.
Abscess or swelling
- Rinse with warm salt water a few times a day.
- Do not try to pop or drain it yourself.
- Call us promptly — and seek emergency medical care if swelling affects your breathing, swallowing, or vision.
These steps are temporary measures, not a substitute for professional care. For any life-threatening symptoms, call 911.
How Park Smiles Handles Your Emergency
When you call with an emergency, our priority is getting you out of pain and protecting your long-term oral health. We prioritize urgent cases and keep room in our daily schedule for patients who need to be seen quickly. To help us help you fast:
- Call the location nearest you as early in the day as possible.
- Describe your symptoms clearly so we can prepare for your visit.
- Have your insurance information ready if you have coverage.
Because Park Smiles is a multi-specialty practice, most emergencies can be diagnosed and treated without sending you elsewhere for a referral. And with four offices across Manhattan, New Jersey, and Long Island, there’s a good chance a Park Smiles team is close to wherever your emergency happens.
Find Your Nearest Park Smiles
Park Smiles treats dental emergencies at all four of our locations. Find the office closest to you and call to be seen.
Upper East Side — Carnegie Hill
1175 Park Avenue, Suite 1D, New York, NY 10128
Phone: +1-212-988-6724
Near the 6, Q, and 96th Street subway stations on the Upper East Side.
Upper West Side — Park Smiles West
41 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023
Phone: +1-212-721-8373
Steps from Central Park, accessible by the B, C, and 1/2/3 trains.
Edison, NJ
485 US Hwy 1, Edison, NJ 08817
Phone: +1-732-994-3684
Serving Edison and central New Jersey along Route 1.
Woodmere, NY
1000 Broadway, Woodmere, NY 11598
Phone: +1-516-791-2200
The dental home for Woodmere, Hewlett, Lawrence, Cedarhurst, and the Five Towns.
Our phones are answered every day, day or night — even outside typical office hours, someone is available to help you when you’re in pain. Call your nearest location and we’ll guide you on next steps
Meet the Team Behind Your Care
Park Smiles NYC is led by Dr. Krystle Kendall, D.M.D., who heads a team of experienced general dentists and specialists across all four locations. From the front desk to the treatment chair, our team is committed to gentle, judgment-free care — especially when you’re anxious or in pain. When you come to us with an emergency, you’re treated as a valued patient, not a number, with the focused attention that has made Park Smiles a trusted dental home for families across the New York metro area.
Emergency Dental Care, With or Without Insurance
You shouldn’t have to delay urgent care because you’re worried about cost. Park Smiles works with most major PPO dental plans — including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ameritas, GEHA, DHA, and Sun Life — and we’ll help verify your benefits and explain your costs before treatment begins. If you don’t have insurance, ask us about our flexible financing options, which let you spread the cost of care over time. Whatever your situation, call us — we’ll find a way to get you the care you need.
Emergency Dentist NYC — Frequently Asked Questions
A dental emergency is any problem involving severe pain, bleeding, swelling, infection, or trauma to your teeth, gums, or mouth that needs prompt care. Common examples include a severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost crown or filling, and a dental abscess.
For most dental problems — toothaches, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost crowns or fillings, and abscesses — a dentist is the right choice, because an ER usually can’t repair or save a tooth. Go to the ER or call 911 if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, rapidly spreading swelling, or a possible broken jaw.
Pick the tooth up by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently, and try to place it back in the socket. If you can’t, keep it in a cup of milk and get to a dentist as quickly as possible — ideally within 30 to 60 minutes, which gives the tooth the best chance of being saved.
Yes. You don’t need dental insurance to be treated at Park Smiles. We offer flexible financing options and will explain your costs clearly before any treatment, so you can focus on getting out of pain.
Rinse your mouth with warm water, save any broken pieces, and use a cold compress on your cheek to reduce swelling. If a sharp edge is irritating your tongue or cheek, cover it with dental wax, and take an over-the-counter pain reliever if needed.
Rinse with warm salt water, gently floss to remove any trapped food, and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed. A cold compress on the outside of your cheek can help with swelling. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum, and call us first thing to be seen.
Yes. At locations equipped with CEREC technology, we can design and place a custom crown in a single visit, so a badly broken tooth can often be restored the same day rather than over multiple appointments.
The cost depends on what’s causing your emergency and the treatment you need — a simple filling costs far less than a root canal or extraction, for example. We’ll diagnose the problem, explain your options, and give you a clear estimate before starting, and we accept most PPO plans and offer financing.
Call the office closest to you: Upper East Side +1-212-988-6724, Upper West Side +1-212-721-8373, Edison, NJ +1-732-994-3684, or Woodmere, NY +1-516-791-2200.
Book Your Emergency Appointment
Ready to give your child a dental home built around comfort, healthy development, and trust? Booking is simple. Call our Carnegie Hill office at +1-212-988-6724, our Upper West Side office at +1-212-721-8373, our Edison, NJ office at +1-732-994-3684, or our Woodmere, NY office at +1-516-791-2200, or request an appointment online. We would love to welcome your family to Park Smiles.
