Emergency Dentist Serving Wake Forest, NC

Same-day emergency dental care from a Falls of Neuse Road practice just south of Wake Forest.

A dental emergency doesn’t wait for a convenient time, and it doesn’t wait for you to find an in-network office downtown. Falls Lake Dental sits on Falls of Neuse Road, a straightforward drive south from Wake Forest via Falls of Neuse Road/NC-98, making us a practical option for Wake Forest patients dealing with sudden tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost crown. We make every effort to see urgent patients the same day they call.

Comfort for Younger Patients

What We Treat

Severe or Sudden Tooth Pain

Severe or Sudden Tooth Pain

Intense, persistent toothache, especially with swelling or sensitivity to pressure, often points to infection or abscess. This needs prompt evaluation, not a wait-and-see approach.

Knocked-Out Tooth

Knocked-Out Tooth

A knocked-out tooth has the best chance of being saved if you get to us within 30 to 60 minutes. Handle it only by the crown, keep it moist, and call us on your way in.

Cracked or Broken Tooth

Cracked or Broken Tooth

A crack or break that causes sharp pain when biting needs prompt evaluation to prevent further fracture or loss of the tooth.

Lost or Broken Crown or Filling

Lost or Broken Crown or Filling

A lost crown or filling exposes the tooth to bacteria and pressure. We'll assess it and re-cement or replace it quickly, often the same day with our same-day crown capability.

Dental Abscess

Dental Abscess

Swelling, fever, or a pimple-like bump on the gum near a tooth signals infection that can spread if untreated. This is a true urgent situation.

Same-Day Crowns for Wake Forest Patients

Many of the emergencies we hear about from Wake Forest patients, a cracked tooth or a lost crown, can be resolved in a single visit thanks to our in-office 3D printing technology. Instead of a temporary crown and a second appointment weeks later, we can design, mill, and place a permanent same-day crown in one visit, which matters when you’re already dealing with pain and don’t want a second trip down from Wake Forest.

THE ROOT CANAL PROCESS AT FALLS LAKE DENTAL
Why a Root Canal May Be Necessary

What to Expect

  1. Call (919) 322-0390. Tell us what happened and how you’re feeling. We’ll walk you through what to do before you arrive.
  2. We’ll get you in. We reserve time in the schedule every clinical day, Monday through Thursday, for urgent patients driving in from Wake Forest and the surrounding area.
  3. We diagnose and explain your options. A quick exam and any needed X-rays tell us exactly what’s going on, and we’ll walk you through treatment before doing anything.
  4. We treat it, often same-day. Whether that’s a same-day crown, an extraction, or a root canal referral, our goal is to resolve the emergency in as few visits as possible.

Why Falls Lake Dental

  • A straightforward trip from Wake Forest. Falls of Neuse Road runs directly toward Wake Forest, no need to fight downtown Raleigh traffic during a dental emergency.
  • Dr. Chintan Patel brings advanced training in restorative and implant dentistry to every emergency visit, not just a quick patch job. Learn more about Dr. Patel.
  • Same-day crown technology in-house. Our 3D printing technology means many broken-tooth emergencies can be fully resolved in one visit.
  • We see new patients in emergencies. You do not need to be an existing patient to call us for urgent care, see our new patients page for what to bring.
  • Financing available. We provide a full estimate before treatment, and financing options are available for qualified patients.
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What North Raleigh Patients Say

 

Hours & Availability

Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: Emergency appointments may be available by arrangement, call to check.

If you’re experiencing a true medical emergency, severe facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, go to the nearest emergency room.

Getting Here from Wake Forest

Falls Lake Dental is located at 8470 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27615, on Falls of Neuse Road just south of Wake Forest. It’s a short, direct drive down Falls of Neuse Road/NC-98 for Wake Forest patients, no need to route through downtown Raleigh or fight Capital Boulevard traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can you see me for an emergency?

We make every effort to see emergency patients the same day they call, Monday through Thursday during business hours (8:00 AM–5:00 PM). Call (919) 322-0390 as early in the day as possible. Same-day availability cannot be guaranteed in every case, but it is always our goal.

What if I call after hours?

Call our number and follow the instructions for after-hours urgent care. For severe facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, go to the nearest emergency room.

Do you see emergency patients from Wake Forest?

Yes. We regularly see emergency patients from Wake Forest. Our office on Falls of Neuse Road is a short, direct drive south of town, no need to route through downtown Raleigh.

Is emergency dental care expensive?

Emergency treatment cost depends on what is needed. We provide a full estimate before proceeding. Most insurance plans cover a portion of emergency treatment. Financing options are available for qualified patients.

Will you see me if I am not an existing patient?

Yes. We welcome new patients in emergency situations. Visit our new patients page for what to bring, or simply call and we will walk you through it.

Do you take insurance for emergency dental visits?

Yes. Most dental insurance plans cover at least a portion of an emergency exam and any treatment provided. We will verify your coverage and provide a full cost estimate before beginning any work. Financing options are also available for qualified patients.

Don’t Wait — Call Falls Lake Dental Now

8470 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27615 (919) 322-0390

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