Emergency Dentist Riverdale Bronx, NY
How your dentist in Bronx, NY can help you in a dental emergency
Dr. Glick and our dedicated team understand that dental emergencies can be both painful and unsettling. Rest assured, we are here to provide prompt and expert care, ensuring your well-being when you need us most. Same day emergencies are welcome.
Immediate Relief for Tooth Pain
Tooth pain can arise from various causes, and our experienced team at Riverdale Family Dental is equipped to address them with precision. Whether it's tooth decay or pulp damage, our treatments are tailored to alleviate your discomfort.
- Tooth Decay Treatment: Tooth decay treatment at Riverdale Family Dental emphasizes a careful and informative approach to preserve your dental health. Dr. Glick employs advanced techniques to address decayed areas, ensuring the removal of compromised tissue in a thorough and precise manner. This procedure involves a comprehensive cleaning of the affected tooth, followed by the placement of a simple filling to restore the tooth's integrity.
- Pulp Damage Treatment: Root canal therapy is designed to alleviate pain and save a severely damaged or infected tooth. When the inner pulp of a tooth becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay or trauma, a root canal is performed. During the procedure, the affected pulp is removed, the interior of the tooth is cleaned, and it is sealed to prevent further infection.
Addressing Traumatic Dental Injuries
Traumatic dental injuries, often resulting from sports-related accidents, demand immediate attention. Dr. Glick offers specialized care in Bronx, NY, including:
- Tooth Displacement: Dr. Glick will check to see if the root, nerves, and blood vessels are still intact, position the tooth back in its socket, and anchor it to the adjacent teeth with a flexible or rigid splint. Splints are worn for several weeks, stabilizing the tooth while giving the ligament and tissue around it time to heal. Root canal treatment may be necessary in the future.
- Knocked-Out Tooth: Treating an avulsed tooth properly is essential to successful reimplantation. Avoid touching the root, and gently rinse the tooth in milk, water, or saliva if it’s dirty. Don’t wipe it clean to protect connective tissue cells on the roots. Carefully return the tooth to the socket if possible or place the tooth in your mouth next to the cheek. If placing the tooth in the mouth isn’t an option, keep the tooth moist with milk rather than water. If Dr. Glick can replace the tooth in its socket, it will be stabilized with a splint. A root canal procedure is generally recommended soon after tooth replacement.
Support in Emergency Situations
At Riverdale Family Dental, we prioritize your well-being. With eight operatories, fully digital CBCT scanning for precise diagnostics, and the capability for simultaneous work by two dentists, we are fully prepared to handle emergencies promptly. Our commitment extends to being willing to work through lunch hours to accommodate urgent cases.
When dental emergencies strike, remember that help is just a phone call away. Contact Dr. Glick at Riverdale Family Dental at (718) 601-0100 for comprehensive, compassionate, and immediate care tailored to your specific needs. Trust us to guide you through any dental crisis with expertise and a commitment to your comfort. Your oral health is our priority, and we are here for you in times of need.