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Urgent Care
Emergency Dental Care in Woodbridge, VA
Severe pain, a knocked-out tooth, swelling, or a broken crown — call us first. We make every effort to see emergency patients the same day.
What is Emergency Dental Care at Hedgewood Dental?
A dental emergency is anything that needs prompt attention to relieve pain, save a tooth, or stop bleeding. The most common emergencies we treat are severe toothaches (often from advanced decay or infection), broken or knocked-out teeth, lost fillings or crowns, and abscesses.
What to expect
If you're in pain, call the office during business hours and we'll do our best to bring you in the same day. For after-hours emergencies, our voicemail provides instructions.
When a tooth cannot be saved, we coordinate extractions and discuss sedation options for anxious patients. See our tooth extractions and sedation dentistry pages for what to expect before your visit.
Benefits
Same-day appointments
For pain, swelling, and trauma whenever possible.
Pain relief first
We address the pain before anything else.
Clear next steps
You leave with a plan to fully resolve the issue.
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Frequently asked questions
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe tooth pain, knocked-out or broken teeth, lost fillings or crowns causing pain, swelling in the face or gums, and uncontrolled bleeding all count as dental emergencies and should be addressed within 24 hours.
What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?
Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently in milk or saline, and try to place it back in the socket if possible. Otherwise, store it in milk and get to a dentist within 30–60 minutes for the best chance of saving it.
Can I get same-day emergency dental care in Woodbridge?
Yes. Hedgewood Dental reserves time each day for emergency patients. Call us as early in the day as possible to maximize the chance of a same-day appointment.
Related services
Tooth Extractions
When a tooth cannot be saved, careful extraction and a clear replacement plan protect your smile and long-term oral health.
Learn moreSedation Dentistry
Dental anxiety is common — sedation options help you complete extractions, implant planning, and longer appointments with less stress.
Learn moreRoot Canal Therapy
When the pulp inside a tooth becomes infected, a root canal removes the infection, relieves pain, and saves the tooth from extraction.
Learn moreEmergency near Woodbridge neighborhoods
Priority service areas for emergency dental care — indexed local pages for Lake Ridge, Dale City, Lorton, Montclair, and Manassas.
Emergency Dental Care in Lake Ridge
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Emergency Dental Care in Dale City
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Emergency Dental Care in Lorton
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Emergency Dental Care in Montclair
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Emergency Dental Care in Manassas
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Emergency by location
Hedgewood Dental serves patients across Woodbridge neighborhoods and nearby Northern Virginia communities from our office on Hedgewood Drive.
Emergency Dental Care in Woodbridge
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Emergency Dental Care in Marumsco
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Emergency Dental Care in Potomac Mills
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Emergency Dental Care in Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center
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Emergency Dental Care in Belmont Bay
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Emergency Dental Care in Potomac Club
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Emergency Dental Care in River Oaks
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Emergency Dental Care in Powells Landing
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Emergency Dental Care in Westridge
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Emergency Dental Care in County Center
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Emergency Dental Care in Reid's Prospect
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Emergency Dental Care in Lake Ridge
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Emergency Dental Care in Manassas
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Emergency Dental Care in Fort Belvoir
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