Top-Rated in New Market, VA
Top-Rated in New Market, VA
9743 South Congress Street, New Market, Virginia, 22844
9743 South Congress Street, New Market, Virginia, 22844
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You trust us to improve your smile and lifestyle, and we aim to please. Check out what other people have to say about Briggs Family Dental!
Darin Strong
Dr. Briggs and his staff are blessed with both professional skills and people skills! They go out of their way to make you feel like a person not just a mere patient. That has made all the difference for our family! This is a great place for adults and kids! If you are local to New Market, VA or not so local like us - give them a visit!
Kim Gammons
All the staff make you feel welcomed from the front desk to the ladies in the back. Dr Briggs has been the best dentist when it came to the dental work I needed done, to questions I had, overall the best place to go if you need a dentist!!
pamela fisher
Dr. Briggs and his team are the best!! I have never felt more comfortable and I feel so confident when I leave knowing I had the best care ever!! Everyone is AMAZING! So blessed to be able to be a part of these wonderful people!! They go over and beyond for my husband and I.
Maddie Brumback
Dr. Briggs is amazing and I would highly recommend him! He is very gentle and truly cares about his patients and their well-being! Not only is Dr. Briggs very personable, but his staff is as well! 10/10 highly recommend Dr. Briggs and his staff!
Take Care of Your Pain and Suffering Now
Whether you're suffering from severe toothache, chipped teeth, or swelling, delaying treatment can make it worse. Our experienced emergency dentists are ready to provide fast, effective relief.
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Come In and Get Relief
Same-day and next-day appointments available for emergencies.
There Are Multiple Ways We Can Help You With Your Dental Emergency
We treat all dental emergencies. Read the descriptions below & use the information to take proactive measures while you wait for help. If you need immediate help, please CALL us right away. If you can wait until the next business day, click the button below to fill out our form.
#1 - You Broke Or Chipped A Tooth
This is easily one of the most painful emergencies. You’re going to want to call the dentist as soon as possible. Meanwhile, rinse out your mouth with warm water, and try to keep the tooth if possible. Also, try to put an ice-pack on it in transit to the dental office.
#2 - You Knocked A Tooth Loose
So your tooth is loose, but it didn't get knocked out completely. That’s good news. The dentist may be able to save your tooth. Take some over the counter painkillers, put some ice on it, and get to the dentist as soon as possible
The sooner you get to the dental office, the higher chance your tooth will be saved successfully.
#3 - Broke Or Lost Your Crown Or Filling
Oh boy, this is not fun. Hopefully, you didn’t swallow it on accident. If you did, don’t worry you’re not going to die. Try to keep the crown or filling if you still have it and bring it with you to the dentist.
Your tooth is going to be very sensitive to almost any sensation of things going into your mouth. That includes air. You can use clove oil to try to soothe the sensitivity as well as get some dental cement from a local drug store. But your best best is to get to the dentist as soon as you can because you’re likely in pain.
#4 - Sudden Painful Toothache
Toothaches can be the symptom of a lot of different issues. There is no way to correctly self-identify what the cause is by yourself. The best thing to do is start with rinsing out your mouth with some warm water. Then try to gently floss around the tooth to make sure no food is hanging out around there. If it persists, you’re going to need to take a trip to the dentist. An x-ray should help identify the underlying cause.
#5 - Something Is Lodged Between Your Teeth
When something gets stuck between your teeth, it can become rather painful and could lead to infection. It’s got to come out pronto. Risk of cavities or infection increases significantly after the first 72 hours. Try to get it out with some floss. If that hurts too much, you could also try something like Soft Picks for a gentler approach. If all else fails, you’re going to want to call the dentist.
#6 - Sudden Swelling In Your Mouth
This could happen for a number of reasons, but is potentially very serious and could lead to death. You may have an abscessed tooth. Abscessed teeth are no joke. The infection can spread quickly, and since your mouth is in your head where your brain resides, you’re playing with fire if you let this one go.
People in the U.S. have died within days of neglecting an abscess. DO NOT procrastinate on this. here’s really nothing you can do other than getting to the dentist as soon as possible.
#7 - You Broke Your Braces
Braces have a lot of moving parts. Sometimes those moving parts break. This is rare, but it can happen. First, if they break, call your orthodontist asap and book an appointment.
If a wire breaks, you’ll want to get it somewhere where it isn’t poking you. It may take a few hours before you can see the dentist and you don't want to be stabbing yourself while you wait. If there’s no way of moving it to a place that isn’t hurting, use some orthodontic wax to cover it until you can get to the orthodontist.
If it’s a band that loosens, salvage it and set up an appointment with your orthodontist to have it replaced or re-cemented.
#8 - You Bit Your Tongue Or Cheek
This happens all the time when you’re eating, chewing gum, or just not paying attention. Most of the time it’s not too much of an issue, but there can be circumstances that make it more traumatic. If the bit wound is deep enough, you may need dissolvable stitches to heal the site. In that case, the first step is to try and stop the bleeding. Rinse your mouth with some saltwater, then use a piece of gauze to put pressure on the wound.
If you can’t stop the bleeding and your dentist is unavailable, go to the ER. They may need to take a look at it.
#9 - Injured Your Jaw
A broken jaw is no fun. Basically, there’s nothing you can do for this other than take some over the counter painkillers and put some ice on it until you can get to the ER. You will likely need a maxillofacial surgeon for this and an surgery as soon as possible.
#10 - Wisdom Teeth Become Inflamed
Wisdom teeth are notoriously painful. They seem to come whenever they please, and when they do, they can easily wreak havoc. Pericoronitis is an infection that can occur when your wisdom teeth don’t come in properly. The risk of this spreading is too high to neglect.
If you get it, you’ll know because of your irritated gums in that area, as well as possible bad breath. You'll likely feel a painful pressure in your wisdom teeth area also. See a dentist as soon as possible to get this resolved.
What We Treat
Severe Toothache
or Infection
Broken, Chipped,
or Knocked-Out Teeth
Swollen jaw
or Abscess
Lost Crown
or Filling
Here Are Some Ways We Can Help
With Your Dental Emergency
Don't let a toothache ruin your day. Our emergency dentists can provide immediate relief.
Emergency Dental Care
If you require urgent in-person dental care, we are here to assist you. Our office is equipped to handle almost all types of dental emergencies and can address your needs promptly.
Prescription Medications
If you are in pain or suspect an infection, you may need medication that requires a prescription or can be obtained over-the-counter. In a video consultation, our dentist will evaluate your symptoms to determine if a prescription medication is necessary for your treatment.
Virtual Consultation
Schedule an online video consultation with our dentist to receive a professional diagnosis of your dental issue and recommendations on how to manage your symptoms while you wait for an in-person appointment.
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