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24 Hour Emergency Dentist in Winston-Salem, NC

Broken tooth, abscess, pain you cannot sleep through: Winston-Salem has dentists who will see you today, and we know who they are. One free call, one appointment, no searching.

1-855-219-4656

How do I get emergency dental care in Winston-Salem today?

The quickest way is to ring 1-855-219-4656. Our operators keep current availability for Winston-Salem partner dentists and can usually place you the same day. They also tell you what to do for the pain until you are seen and what to bring.

Emergency dentists serving Winston-Salem and Forsyth County

We serve all of Winston-Salem and the wider Forsyth County area, with additional partner clinics in Rural Hall, Lexington, Salisbury. If the nearest office is full, we move to the next closest with a same-day opening rather than making you wait.

ZIP codes covered in Winston-Salem: 27103, 27104, 27105, 27106, 27109, 27127

Don't see your ZIP? Call anyway. We cover every neighborhood in Forsyth 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 Winston-Salem

Emergency dentist coverage area in Winston-Salem, NC

What to do while you wait for your Winston-Salem appointment

  • Pain relief: ibuprofen and acetaminophen taken together, as the labels allow, usually work better than either alone. Avoid heat on the face.
  • Bleeding: bite on clean gauze or a damp tea bag for 20 minutes without checking. If it soaks through repeatedly, tell the operator when you call.
  • Lost filling or crown: keep the crown if you have it. Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the tooth until your appointment.
  • Tooth knocked out: do not scrub the root. Put the tooth in milk or hold it in your cheek and get to the dentist within the hour if you can.

Read the full first-aid guides: wisdom tooth pain, tooth abscess, bleeding that will not stop.

How much does an emergency dentist cost in Winston-Salem, NC?

What you pay in Winston-Salem, NC 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.

Emergency dental costs in Winston-Salem
TreatmentWinston-Salem range (no insurance)With insurance (typical)
Emergency exam + X-ray$90–$200$0–$50 copay
Simple extraction$130–$35020–50% of fee
Abscess drainage$180–$45020–50% of fee
Root canal$700–$1,30030–50% of fee
Temporary crown$90–$26050% 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 Winston-Salem

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Winston-Salem emergency dentist FAQ

Need a Winston-Salem dentist now? Call 1-855-219-4656, free, 24 hours a day.

Will the dentist prescribe antibiotics over the phone?
No. A dentist must examine the tooth before prescribing. What we can do is get you in front of a Winston-Salem dentist quickly so that treatment, including antibiotics when needed, starts today.
Is the referral really free?
Yes. Calling 1-855-219-4656 costs nothing and you are under no obligation. You pay only the Winston-Salem clinic for treatment you choose to have.
Can I get a same-day tooth extraction in Winston-Salem?
In most cases, yes. Winston-Salem 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.
Which ZIP codes in Winston-Salem do you cover?
All of them, from 27103 to 27127 and every code in between. If your ZIP is in Forsyth County, we will find the nearest open clinic.
Do Winston-Salem emergency dentists treat children?
Yes. Tell the operator the patient's age and we will refer you to a pediatric dentist or a general dentist in Winston-Salem who treats children.
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