Broken tooth repair in Scarborough
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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Scarborough, ME
Emergency dental help in Scarborough starts with one phone call. Tell us what hurts and where you are, and we route you to a licensed Scarborough dentist with an opening today.
1-855-219-4656 How do I get emergency dental care in Scarborough today?
Call 1-855-219-4656. The line is answered 24 hours a day. Give the operator your Scarborough ZIP code and describe the problem. They match you with a partner dentist in Scarborough or nearby in Cumberland County who is open and able to treat it, then book the appointment for you. No insurance is needed and there is no charge for the referral.
Emergency dentists serving Scarborough and Cumberland County
The Scarborough network reaches across 2 ZIP codes and into South Portland, Portland, Westbrook. Partner dentists include general practices with extended hours and specialists for surgical extractions, so most problems can be handled locally.
ZIP codes covered in Scarborough: 04070, 04074
Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Cumberland County and can refer you to the nearest open clinic.
Partner clinic locations are shared when you call, so you are sent to the one that is open and closest to you.
Emergency dental services available in Scarborough
Lost crown and filling replacement in Scarborough
Temporary or permanent restoration in one visit.
Wisdom tooth removal in Scarborough
Urgent extraction for impacted or infected third molars.
Sedation for anxious patients in Scarborough
Nitrous or oral sedation so treatment can happen today.
Emergency tooth extraction in Scarborough
Same-day removal of infected, cracked or impacted teeth.
Emergency oral surgery in Scarborough
Complex extractions, jaw injuries and facial swelling.
What to do while you wait for your Scarborough appointment
- Numb the area safely: a cold pack wrapped in a cloth against the cheek, 15 minutes at a time. Skip numbing gels on broken skin.
- Keep it clean: rinse gently with warm salt water after eating. Do not probe a cavity or socket with anything sharp.
- Manage the pain: ibuprofen or acetaminophen as the label directs. Never place a tablet against the gum.
- Save what came out: a crown, a filling fragment or a whole tooth. A knocked-out tooth goes in milk and needs a dentist within the hour.
Read the full first-aid guides: broken braces or wire, lost crown, wisdom tooth pain.
How much does an emergency dentist cost in Scarborough, ME?
What you pay in Scarborough, ME depends on the treatment, not on the time of day. Partner dentists do not inflate prices for emergencies, though a few charge a modest weekend fee. The ranges below reflect partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities. If you are uninsured, ask about in-house payment plans, which most clinics offer.
| Treatment | Scarborough range (no insurance) | With insurance (typical) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency exam + X-ray | $90–$200 | $0–$50 copay |
| Simple extraction | $130–$350 | 20–50% of fee |
| Abscess drainage | $180–$450 | 20–50% of fee |
| Root canal | $700–$1,300 | 30–50% of fee |
| Temporary crown | $90–$260 | 50% of fee |
Estimates from partner clinic fee schedules. Your dentist quotes the exact fee before treatment. Figures reflect partner clinic fee schedules in smaller communities. See the no-insurance guide and full cost guide.
Emergency dentists near Scarborough
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Scarborough emergency dentist FAQ
Need a Scarborough dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.
What if I do not have dental insurance in Scarborough?
You will still be seen. Every dentist in our Scarborough network accepts uninsured patients and quotes fees before treatment. Many offer monthly payment plans.
Should I go to a Scarborough hospital ER for tooth pain?
Only if you have swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a jaw fracture. Hospital emergency rooms in Cumberland County generally cannot pull teeth or treat the cause. An emergency dentist can.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Scarborough?
In most cases, yes. Scarborough partner dentists reserve emergency slots for extractions, abscess drainage and broken teeth. If the tooth needs an oral surgeon, we refer you to one with same-day availability.
Does calling guarantee a dentist in Scarborough itself?
We always look inside Scarborough first. If nothing is open, we offer the nearest clinic in Cumberland County, and you can decline any option without charge.
Is the referral really free?
Yes. Calling 1-855-219-4656 costs nothing and you are under no obligation. You pay only the Scarborough clinic for treatment you choose to have.
Medically reviewed by Dr. FULL NAME, DDS. Last reviewed . Sources: ADA MouthHealthy, Dental Emergencies, Maine dental board. Editorial policy.
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