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Same-day emergency dentistry in Greenwich, CT
Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and knowing what to do makes all the difference. If you are experiencing a serious medical emergency, please go to urgent care or the nearest emergency room immediately. For dental concerns, our team is here to guide you and help you get the care you need as quickly as possible.
What to Expect
What happens when you call about a dental emergency
Call the office
Describe what happened and how it feels. We tell you what to do in the next hour and hold time in the schedule.
Same-day assessment
An exam and X-ray to find the source — a cracked tooth, an abscess, a loose filling — rather than guessing from the symptom alone.
Settle the pain first
Whatever gets you comfortable that day: draining an abscess, temporarily sealing a tooth, adjusting a sharp edge.
Plan the repair
Once the emergency has passed, we discuss the lasting fix — a filling, crown, root canal, or extraction — and its cost, before booking it.
The emergency visit is priced on its own, based on what it takes to get you out of pain that day. The lasting repair, if one is needed, is a separate written estimate, because until we can see the tooth on an X-ray we do not know whether it is a filling or a root canal. We file the claim on your behalf either way, and you do not need to already be a patient here to be seen. Dr. Marwaha and Dr. Yeterian both work from the same record, so whoever sees you first knows what happens next.
What is considered a dental emergency?
Not every dental issue feels the same, which can make it difficult to know what requires immediate attention. Severe pain, swelling, trauma, or anything that disrupts your ability to eat or function comfortably may be an emergency. If you are unsure, the best step is to call our office — you can reach one of the doctors through the answering system and they will help determine whether you should be seen right away.
Why same-day care matters
Waiting too long to address a dental issue can lead to more serious complications. What starts as discomfort can quickly develop into infection, damage, or more complex treatment needs. Same-day care allows us to evaluate the problem early, relieve pain, and stop it from progressing — which usually makes treatment simpler and less stressful.
What makes our emergency care different
We approach every patient concern with urgency and care. We don't sort patients into "emergency" and "non-emergency" categories; we treat every issue as important and deserving of attention. Our doctors are accessible and responsive, so you leave the call knowing what is happening and what happens next.
Emergency Q & A
Common emergency situations and what to do
Tooth pain
Rinse your mouth with warm water and avoid chewing on that side. Call our office so we can help determine the cause and the next steps.
Pain may temporarily ease, but the underlying issue usually remains. It's best to have it evaluated early.
A crown coming off
Keep the crown safe and avoid chewing on that side. Call our office so we can guide you and schedule care.
It may not always be painful, but the tooth is exposed and vulnerable, so it should be addressed promptly.
A loose or knocked-out tooth
Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root, and try to place it back in the socket if possible. If not, store it in milk and seek care immediately.
Yes, in some cases, if treated quickly. Timing is critical, so call right away.
Bleeding and trauma
Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze and contact our office. If bleeding is severe, seek urgent medical care.
Rinse your mouth with water, apply a cold compress, and call us immediately. We'll guide you on whether you need to be seen right away.
Broken restorations
Avoid chewing on the affected area and contact us. We'll assess the situation and restore the tooth as needed.
Swelling and infection
Swelling can indicate infection and should be evaluated quickly. Call our office for guidance.
Pain, swelling, fever, or a bad taste in your mouth may indicate infection. These symptoms should not be ignored.
Contact us immediately. Early treatment can prevent the infection from spreading.
Getting here quickly
We are at 211 East Putnam Avenue, Suite 2-6, Cos Cob, minutes from central Greenwich, Riverside and Old Greenwich, with parking on site.
Don't wait when something feels wrong
Get help when it matters most
If you're experiencing a dental concern, the safest step is to reach out. Our team will help you understand what to do next and get you the care you need. If your condition feels severe or urgent, please go to urgent care immediately.