Can I be seen today for a dental emergency?

Yes. Centre Dental holds same-day emergency slots open 7 days a week. Call (212) 925-7066 as early as you can — our team will assess the urgency over the phone and fit you in, usually the same day.

What should I do if my tooth is knocked out?

Handle the tooth by the crown (not the root), gently rinse it without scrubbing, and if possible place it back in the socket. If not, keep it in milk or saliva and call us immediately. Re-implantation is most successful within 30–60 minutes.

Will my insurance cover emergency dental care?

Most PPO plans include emergency exams, X-rays and treatment. As a non-participating PPO provider, our team verifies your benefits and gives you a written estimate before treatment so there are no surprises.

Should I go to the ER or a dentist for tooth pain?

For most dental problems — toothache, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost crowns, abscess — a dentist can actually treat the cause, while an ER usually only manages pain. Seek the ER for facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or rapidly spreading facial swelling.

Does emergency treatment hurt?

We focus on gentle, comfort-first care. Many procedures are done with our Solea laser — often with no needle and no drill sound — and we use pH-buffered, computerized anesthesia when numbing is needed.

Emergency Dental Care · NYC

Same-Day Emergency Dentist in NYC

Q: Do you treat dental pain on weekends?

Yes. We are open 7 days a week, including weekends, and reserve time daily for urgent toothaches, swelling, broken teeth and lost crowns.

Toothache, broken or knocked-out tooth, swelling or a lost crown? Don't wait in pain. We keep same-day slots open 7 days a week — with gentle, often needle-free care and clear answers in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

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Same-day emergency dental care at Centre Dental NYC

SAME-DAY Urgent slots held daily

7 DAYS Open incl. weekends

Dental emergency right now? Call us first — we'll tell you what to do and get you seen fast.

Call (212) 925-7066 粤语 (866) 405-9737

What We Treat

Common dental emergencies we handle every day

If you're in pain or something doesn't look right, call us — most dental problems are easier to fix the sooner you're seen.

Severe Toothache

We find the cause of the pain and treat it — with a filling, root canal or, when needed, an extraction.

Broken or Chipped Tooth

Repaired with bonding, a same-day crown or a veneer to restore both look and function.

Knocked-Out Tooth

Time-critical. Come in immediately — re-implantation works best within the first hour.

Swelling & Abscess

We drain the infection, relieve the pressure and treat the source — and prescribe antibiotics when needed.

Lost Filling or Crown

Re-cemented or replaced quickly to protect the tooth and stop the sensitivity.

Braces & Soft-Tissue

Poking wires, broken brackets, cuts to the gums, lips or cheeks — relieved and repaired.

First, Stay Calm

What to do right now

A few simple steps before you reach us can make a real difference. When in doubt, call (212) 925-7066.

Pick it up by the crown (the white part), not the root. Gently rinse — don't scrub. If you can, place it back in the socket and bite on a clean cloth; if not, keep it in milk or saliva. Come in within the hour.

Rinse with warm salt water and gently floss to remove any trapped food. Use over-the-counter pain relief as directed — and avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum. Call us so we can find and treat the cause.

Save any pieces and rinse your mouth with warm water. Apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek to reduce swelling. Avoid chewing on that side and call us for a same-day repair.

Swelling can signal an infection that needs prompt care. Use a cold compress and call us right away. Seek the ER if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, or rapidly spreading facial swelling.

How We See You Fast

From your call to relief, step by step

No confusing run-around — just a clear, fast path to feeling better.

Call & Triage

Tell us what's wrong. We assess urgency over the phone and reserve a slot — often the same day.

Fast Diagnosis

A focused exam with low-radiation digital X-ray or 3D imaging pinpoints the problem quickly.

Relief First

We stop the pain and stabilize the tooth — gently, often with no needle and no drill sound.

Clear Next Steps

You leave knowing exactly what was done, what comes next, and what it costs.

Comfort-Focused

Gentle emergency care, even when you're anxious

Being in pain is stressful enough. Our team keeps things calm, explains every step, and uses modern technology to make treatment as comfortable as possible.

Often Needle-Free

Our Solea® laser treats many issues with no needle and no drill sound.

Gentle Anesthesia

pH-buffered, computerized injections when numbing is needed — far more comfortable.

Spoken in Your Language

English, Mandarin (普通话) and Cantonese (粤语) — so nothing gets lost in translation.

Calm, Clear Communication

You'll always know what's happening and what comes next.

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Dr. John Shi, Principal Dentist at Centre Dental NYC

Care You Can Trust

Treated by an experienced, Columbia-trained dentist

Dr. John Shi is a graduate of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine with surgical training at Hackensack Medical Center and New York University, and 20+ years of clinical experience.

His approach is minimally invasive and efficient — small wounds, quick recovery, and treatment clearly explained so you understand every option. Patients regularly refer their friends and family.

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Insurance & Cost

No surprises, even in an emergency

Worried about cost? So is everyone in pain. Here's how we keep it clear.

Most PPO Plans Accepted

We accept most major PPO plans as a non-participating provider and verify your benefits for you.

Written Estimate First

You'll know your out-of-pocket cost before we begin any treatment — no surprise bills.

Flexible Payment

No insurance? Ask about CareCredit financing and our in-house membership plan.

FAQ

Emergency dental questions, answered

Yes. We hold same-day emergency slots open 7 days a week. Call (212) 925-7066 as early as you can — we'll assess the urgency and fit you in, usually the same day.

Save any pieces, rinse with warm water, and use a cold compress on the cheek to reduce swelling. Avoid chewing on that side and call us for a same-day repair with bonding or a same-day crown.

Yes — we're open 7 days a week, including weekends, and reserve time daily for urgent toothaches, swelling, broken teeth and lost crowns.

Most PPO plans cover emergency exams, X-rays and treatment. As a non-participating PPO provider, we verify your benefits and give you a written estimate before treatment.

For most dental problems a dentist can treat the cause, while an ER usually only manages pain. Go to the ER for facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or rapidly spreading swelling.