In dental pain right now? Call us first.
If you're experiencing a dental emergency in the Red Bank, NJ area, the fastest way to get help is to call our office. Call right away and we'll do our best to see you as soon as possible.
(732) 530-4020If you are experiencing severe swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
A dental emergency can be frightening and painful, but you don't have to face it alone. At The Center for Holistic Dental Medicine, Dr. Glenn MacFarlane and his team provide calm, gentle care for patients in the Red Bank, New Jersey area who are dealing with toothaches, broken teeth, and other urgent dental problems.
Because ours is a holistic, biological practice, we treat emergencies the same way we treat everything else: with biocompatible, metal-free materials and the gentlest approach that will resolve the problem.
Call right away
Phone us as soon as you can so we can advise you and do our best to see you as soon as possible.
Tell us what happened
Describe your symptoms, such as pain, swelling, or a broken or knocked-out tooth, so we can prepare for your visit.
Gentle, holistic care
We resolve the emergency with biocompatible, metal-free materials and the least invasive treatment possible.
Not sure if it's an emergency? Call us and we'll help you decide what to do next.
Is It a Dental Emergency?
If you're unsure whether your situation needs urgent attention, it's always best to call us and ask. As a general guide, you should reach out right away if you're experiencing any of the following:
Call Us Promptly
- Severe or persistent toothache
- A knocked-out (avulsed) tooth
- A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth
- A lost filling or crown
- Swelling of the gums, face, or jaw
- Bleeding that won't stop
- A dental injury from an accident or sports
Go to the ER or Call 911
Some situations are beyond what a dental office can safely manage. Seek emergency medical care if you have:
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Severe, rapidly spreading facial swelling
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- A serious injury to the jaw or head
Learn more about the common emergencies we treat and what to do before you reach us.
Emergency Care, the Holistic Way
An emergency doesn't mean compromising on the biological principles that guide our practice. Whenever we treat an urgent problem, we still prioritize your whole-body health:
- Metal-free materials: biocompatible, tooth-colored restorations with no amalgam
- Ozone therapy: a gentle, natural option for disinfecting infected or decayed areas (see ozone therapy)
- Conservative treatment: we save natural teeth whenever possible and only recommend extraction as a last resort
- Comfort options: sedation and single tooth anesthesia for anxious patients in pain
Worried about a tooth? Don't wait for it to get worse. Call us and we'll guide you.
Helpful Next Steps
Know What to Expect
Understand our approach to emergency visits and what your care may involve.
Common EmergenciesCost & Insurance
We'll help you understand your options, regardless of insurance, including financing.
Cost & InsuranceDealing with a dental emergency in Red Bank, NJ? Call The Center for Holistic Dental Medicine now.