dental emergency

Emergency Dentistry in Salem, OR

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Do you need to see a dentist right away?

Are you in pain from a bad toothache? Are you worried you’ve got an infection or abscess in your mouth? Just have that nagging feeling that you should see a dentist ASAP?  At Healthy Smiles Family Dental in Salem, we can help. Our office is open for emergency appointments when you need us most. We’ll do whatever we can to see you as soon as possible. Our emergency dental appointments can help with:

  • Painful toothaches
  • Knocked-out teeth
  • Sensitive and bleeding gums
  • Chipped and cracked teeth
  • Broken crowns and fillings

We welcome emergency dental appointments from existing patients and new patients, too. Whether you’ve been seeing us for years or this will be your first visit to your office, our promise is the same: To help you feel relaxed, comfortable, and confident about the care you’re receiving. We know how stressful a dental emergency can be. Just call us. We’ll take care of the rest.

Our process for assessing and treating dental emergencies

When you call our office, we’ll ask a few questions over the phone to help us understand the problem you’re facing. We’ll schedule your appointment as soon as possible and give you advice on what to do before you come to see us. In some cases, a serious emergency might require a trip to the hospital or a call to your family doctor.

At your emergency dental appointment, we’ll:

  1. Assess the problem, using x-rays and other imaging tools if needed
  2. Talk to you about our findings and recommend a treatment plan
  3. Answer any questions you have, including about financing and insurance
  4. While many problems can be fixed in one visit, in some cases a follow-up appointment might be needed
  5. No matter what, we’ll do what we can to relieve any discomfort you’re feeling and help you to feel in control of your health moving forward

Our goal is to help you feel better as quickly as possible so you can get on with your life. We’ll encourage you to return to our office for regular checkups and exams because many dental emergencies can be prevented. We want you to feel welcomed, not judged. Don’t put off getting seen by Salem’s most trusted emergency dentist. 

First trip to our office?

If you’re a new patient at Health Smiles Family Dental, we’ll need you to answer a few questions and fill out a few forms before your emergency appointment can start. We’ll want to:

  • Review your dental and medical health history
  • Discuss treatment options and plans
  • Talk about payment options

Once you’re feeling like yourself again, we’ll invite you back for a full set of x-rays and a thorough yet gentle dental cleaning and exam.

Dentistry is teamwork

We want to work with you. At Healthy Smiles Family Dental, we’re here to make your visit as easy and comfortable as possible. Even if it’s been years since your last visit to the dentist, know that we’re here to help, not judge. 

Our general, cosmetic, and family dental practice focuses on providing:

  • High-tech treatments
  • Quality and affordable care
  • Full-service dental care for patients of all ages

After every appointment, you’ll leave feeling thrilled with both the care you received and about what the future holds for your smile.

 

Insurance and Financing Options

We can work with most insurance plans. If you don’t have dental insurance, we offer a variety of flexible payment options, including CareCredit.

Invest in your dental health and save!

We offer CareCredit and discount plans through Principal and Carrington. Our office can also arrange payment plans with automatic withdrawals from your bank account.

Whether you have dental insurance or not, we’ll help you get the care you need at a price you can afford.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions but prefer not to call? Browse our FAQs for quick answers and a better understanding of our dental office and services.

Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to replace missing or damaged teeth. They act as artificial roots and support crowns, bridges, or dentures.

Most healthy adults who have missing or damaged teeth with sufficient jawbone density are good candidates. During your consultation, our team of expert dentists will assess your teeth and gums to see if implants are the right fit for you.

With proper care and regular dental check-ups, implants can last 15 years or longer. With the right maintenance, possibly a lifetime.

The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, and most patients report minimal discomfort. Mild soreness tends to occur afterwards and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.

Caring for implants is similar to caring for natural teeth—daily brushing and flossing with regular dental visits. These steps are essential for long-term success.