Dental Emergency? We'll See You Today.

Emergency dentistry Union Square starts with one call: broken tooth, swelling, or pain that won’t quit? Call now, and we will get you in today: same-day emergency appointments, seven days a week, including evenings.

What Happens When You Call Smile Lab in an Emergency

“Broke a tooth and they fit me in same day on a Sunday to examine and repair it. Looks good as new now. Staff were friendly and professional. Would recommend.”

— Nathan M., Google Review

“First urgent visit, three procedures done. They addressed all my concerns the same day. Best care I’ve ever received in Manhattan. Thank you Smile Lab.”

— Casey R., Google Review

“On a Sunday morning, I awakened with a dental emergency that made me very concerned about its impact on my overall health. I called Smile Lab — they were rock solid.”

— Kenneth H., Google Review

Join 1,550+ patients who found their emergency solution here.

Don't Wait Out the Pain. These Are All Dental Emergencies.

If you are experiencing any of the following, you need to be seen today, not tomorrow, not next week. Urgent dental problems do not resolve on their own. Every hour you wait can make the situation harder and more costly to treat.

Severe or throbbing tooth pain, especially pain that woke you up
Broken, chipped, or knocked-out tooth
Lost or loose crown, filling, or dental work
Facial swelling or swollen jaw, this can signal a spreading infection
Dental abscess, visible pus, fever, or taste of infection
Uncontrolled bleeding from the mouth
Impacted or infected wisdom tooth
Trauma from an accident, fall, or sports injury

Not sure if your situation qualifies? Call anyway. If you are in pain, it counts. You can also review the full list of dental emergency signs and what each one usually means.

When to Go to the ER Instead

Most urgent dental problems are treated faster and better in a dental chair than in a hospital waiting room. A few are not.

Go to the emergency room first if there is trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling spreading toward the eye or down the neck, bleeding that will not slow with pressure, or a suspected broken jaw or head injury. Those need a hospital, then a dentist.

For everything else, a dental office is the faster route. Most hospital ERs don’t keep a dentist on staff, so they rarely have the tools to actually remove a tooth or treat the source of the problem. They can manage pain overnight and still send the patient to a dentist. This distinction follows standard dental-emergency guidance on airway risk.

Here’s Exactly What Happens When You Call

An urgent dental problem is stressful enough without wondering what comes next. Here is what to expect from the moment you call to the moment you leave pain-free.

You Call or Book Online
The front desk picks up fast. Explain what’s happening, and the team will find an appointment today, often within hours. No hold music, no callbacks, and no redirection elsewhere.

We See You the Same Day
Walk in or come at your scheduled time. The dentist will examine what’s happening, take any necessary X-rays, and explain exactly what’s wrong and what it costs before starting any treatment.

You Leave Pain-Free
Whether it’s an extraction, a filling, a root canal, or a temporary fix, we do treatment in-house. No referrals across the city. No “come back next week.” The problem gets resolved today.

Here's Exactly What Happens When You Call

A dental emergency is stressful enough without wondering what comes next. Here’s what to expect from the moment you call Smile Lab to the moment you leave pain-free.

You Call or Book Online

Our team picks up fast. Tell us what’s happening and we’ll get you an appointment today — often within hours. No hold music, no callbacks, no being told to go to the ER.

We See You the Same Day

Walk in or come at your scheduled time. We’ll examine what’s happening, take any necessary X-rays, and explain exactly what’s wrong and what it costs, before we do anything.

You Leave Pain-Free

Whether it’s an extraction, a filling, a root canal, or a temporary fix, we handle it in-house. No referrals across the city. No ‘come back next week.’ We resolve it today.

Whatever Happened — We Handle It.

Severe Tooth Pain

Broken or Chipped Tooth

Dental Abscess / Infection

Tooth Extraction

Lost Crown or Filling

Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Root Canal

Dental Trauma

Walk-In, Evening, and Weekend Appointments

Pain rarely waits for business hours. Toothaches wake people at 2 am, crowns come off on Saturday nights, and wisdom teeth flare up on Sunday mornings. The Union Square office is open seven days, including weekday evenings until 8 pm, plus Saturday and Sunday hours. If you need a walk-in emergency dentist, call first so the team can hold a chair and start the paperwork before you arrive. Calling ahead matters more than you would think. It means the room is ready, the imaging is set up, and a provider who handles your specific problem is on the floor when you walk in.

A Different Kind of Emergency Dentist

Smile Lab is not a typical dental office. It is a multi-specialty studio in Union Square, built around the idea that dental care should feel nothing like what you have always dreaded.

Same-Day Relief, Seven Days a Week

We hold same-day slots for urgent cases, including evenings and weekends. No long waits and no being pushed to next week.

Anxiety-Friendly by Design

The space, music, lighting, and team are all designed to calm you down. Patients with severe dental anxiety consistently say this is the first practice that changed how they feel about treatment.

Full-Scope Emergency Care Under One Roof

Extractions, root canals, crowns, abscesses, and trauma are all handled in-house, so one team manages the case from the exam to the final follow-up. No “specialist only” limitations.

Transparent About Cost

The team explains what’s wrong and what it costs before any treatment starts—no surprise bills. No pressure. Insurance verified before your visit.

Modern Imaging and Diagnostics

Digital X-rays, 3D imaging, and advanced tools that make urgent procedures faster, less invasive, and more accurate.

Modern Space, Calm Atmosphere

“I felt like I was in a spa,” is a common line in patient reviews. The environment is a deliberate part of the experience.

You'll Be in Expert Hands

Dr. Cameron Lewis

Board-Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Education: Doctorate in Dental Surgery, Howard University College of Dentistry
Training: Surgical internships at New York Medical College and Jacobi Medical Center
Experience: Over a decade handling Manhattan’s most complex urgent cases

Dr. Lewis has spent more than ten years treating Manhattan’s most urgent and complex dental problems, including cases other practices turn away. He brings precision and calm to every emergency, so patients get the right treatment quickly and leave knowing exactly what was done and why.

He works alongside practice founder Dr. Waise Ebrahimi, who holds a doctorate in dental surgery from the University of California, San Francisco, and oral surgeon Dr. Marcello Guglielmi. Having all three specialties in one building is why urgent cases at Smile Lab don’t get handed off.

Your Questions, Answered Honestly

Can I really get seen today?

Yes. Smile Lab holds same-day emergency appointments seven days a week, including weekday evenings and weekends. Call (332) 237-6453 and the team will get you in as quickly as possible, often within hours.

What counts as a dental emergency?

Any situation involving severe or worsening pain, uncontrolled bleeding, facial swelling, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost crown, or signs of infection qualifies. If you are unsure, call anyway, or review what to do in a dental emergency for a fuller breakdown. It’s better to check than to wait too long.

Do you take walk-ins?

Yes, though calling first is faster. A quick call lets the team hold a chair, prepare imaging, and confirm the right provider is available, so you spend less time in the waiting room and more time getting treated.

How much will it cost?

For patients with PPO insurance, we verify coverage first, so there are no surprises. For uninsured patients, the emergency exam is a flat $99. Every patient gets a written cost breakdown before any treatment begins, and we offer payment plans for larger work.

Do you accept my insurance?

Smile Lab accepts most major PPO plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem/BCBS, and more. The practice is not in-network with Medicaid or HMO plans, though Medicaid patients are welcome at the flat self-pay rates listed above. If you’re unsure whether your emergency visit is covered by insurance, the check tool below can confirm it in seconds. Use the insurance check tool below, or call, and the team will verify coverage in minutes.

What should I do while waiting for my appointment?

For a knocked-out tooth, keep it moist in milk or between your cheek and gum, and handle it by the crown rather than the root. For pain, take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed. For swelling, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. For bleeding, apply gentle pressure with clean gauze.

Call (332) 237-6453 on the way in so the team can guide you through the rest. These first-aid steps follow ADA guidance.

I haven't been to the dentist in years. Will you judge me?

Not at all. Many emergency patients come in after years away, and the team is there to help, not lecture, as one patient put it: “Super nice and non-judgmental staff. Nice waiting area and quick treatment. 10/10 recommend.”

What if I'm terrified of the dentist?

You’re in good company, and you’re in the right place. Dental anxiety is something the team handles every day, from explaining each step before it happens to adjusting pace for patients who need more time. Hundreds of reviews describe this exact experience.

Where are you located?

841 Broadway, Union Square, New York, NY 10003. Steps from the 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, W, and L trains at 14th Street-Union Square station, one of the most accessible spots in Manhattan.

Don't Let Cost Stop You From Getting Help

We accept most PPO dental insurance plans and verify your coverage before treatment begins, so you know exactly what to expect before we do anything. No surprises. No pressure.

Flexible Monthly Payment Options Available

We work with a wide range of dental insurance providers, including:

Aetna
Anthem / BCBS
Cigna
Delta Dental
Guardian
MetLife
UnitedHealthcare
United Concordia

Insurance verified before your visit

Our team verifies your dental benefits ahead of your appointment and will contact you in advance if any out-of-pocket costs are expected — so there are no surprises on the day of your visit.