Knocked-out tooth, sudden abscess, or pain that won't quit: our DeLand emergency line is staffed for exactly this. Smile Center Dentistry reserves same-day capacity specifically for dental emergencies.
A voicemail doesn't fix a knocked-out tooth. A live person who can triage does. We've built our whole daily schedule around the fact that some patients weren't planning to see a dentist today.
A trained staff member answers and asks the right questions to determine if you need to come in immediately. This saves patients an unnecessary trip when a situation can safely wait until morning.
Same-day emergency capacity is built into our daily schedule, not something we scramble to find. We plan for emergencies every single day, not just when it's convenient for us.
We keep emergency supplies on hand for avulsed teeth, cracked crowns, and abscess drainage. Nothing gets delayed waiting on a supply order when minutes actually matter.
You'll hear the likely cost range during phone triage, before you even walk in the door. We think pricing transparency matters most exactly when patients are least prepared to negotiate.
If you're not sure whether your situation qualifies, call — that's what triage is for.
Rinse it gently, keep it moist, and get here fast; we'll assess whether re-implantation is viable. We'll walk you through what to do with the tooth while you're still on the way.
A broken tooth left untreated can expose the nerve — we prioritize these cases for rapid assessment. Temporary restoration is often possible the same visit, with a permanent fix scheduled after.
An abscess can spread quickly if untreated — we treat these as priority cases, not routine appointments. We'll tell you clearly if this needs emergency-room-level care instead of a dental visit.
We use digital X-rays to find the source of severe pain fast, rather than guessing at treatment. Pain management starts the moment you're in the chair.
If the underlying tooth is fine, a lost restoration is usually a quick same-day fix, not a multi-visit ordeal. We schedule the permanent replacement once the emergency is stabilized.
Cuts to the lip, tongue, or cheek alongside dental trauma need assessment to rule out deeper injury. We're honest when a case needs an ER or oral surgeon instead of a dental chair.
Our staff asks a few quick questions to gauge severity before telling you what to do next.
If it's not urgent enough for today, we'll still get you in fast, usually within a day or two.
Digital X-rays and a hands-on exam pinpoint the problem the moment you arrive.
We treat the immediate emergency first, then schedule any follow-up work needed for a permanent fix.
"Knocked out my tooth playing basketball and they got me in within the hour. Saved the tooth."
"Swelling in my jaw scared me, but they got me in same-day and it turned out to be treatable without an ER trip."
"They stabilized my broken tooth the same afternoon I called, no multi-day wait."
"Lost a crown right before a work trip. They fit me in and had it replaced before I flew out."
"Bit my lip hard alongside a chipped tooth from a fall. They checked for jaw fracture before treating the tooth — appreciated the thoroughness."
Most emergencies are seen the same day if you call before mid-afternoon. Calling early in the day gives you the best shot at same-day treatment.
Handle it by the crown, not the root, rinse gently if dirty, and try to keep it moist — in milk or your own saliva if possible. Every minute counts, so call while you're already on the way if possible.
An abscess can become dangerous if ignored, so we treat swelling with pain as a priority case. We'll tell you over the phone if your symptoms sound like they need same-day care.
No — pricing is quoted upfront during phone triage, the same transparent approach as any scheduled visit. Transparent pricing applies whether you booked weeks ago or called us in a panic an hour ago.
We triage after-hours calls the same way, just with a slightly different response window depending on severity. After-hours doesn't mean unavailable; it just means a different response path depending on urgency.
We're honest on the phone if something is beyond what a dental office should handle. When in doubt, call us first — we can help you decide quickly which direction to go.
Whether you're in the heart of DeLand or just outside it, our team is close enough to see you fast. If you're unsure whether your address falls in our response area, call +1-866-227-2801 and we'll confirm quickly.
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