A cracked tooth on the ball field, a toothache that keeps you up at night, or swelling that cannot wait until Monday can turn an ordinary day in Fort Walton Beach into a scramble for answers. When pain hits fast, it is hard to know whether to head to urgent care, an emergency room, or a dentist, and waiting can make the problem harder to treat.
At Cedar Pearl Dentistry, Dr. White and our team provide emergency dental care for patients from Fort Walton Beach and across Okaloosa County. Our office is in Crestview, roughly 30 to 35 minutes by car depending on traffic, and you can learn more about how we serve your community on our Fort Walton Beach dental care page. We focus on easing your pain first, then planning the right next step with you.
Not every dental problem is an emergency, but some call for attention right away. Significant pain, bleeding, facial swelling, or the risk of losing a tooth are signs to reach out instead of waiting it out. If you are unsure, our team is glad to help you decide.
These problems are common. The CDC reports that tooth disorders accounted for an annual average of about 1.9 million emergency department visits from 2020 to 2022, and a dental office is often the better place to treat the cause of the pain. These are the urgent concerns we see most often.
Not sure where your problem fits? Reach out and we can guide you toward the right next step.
When you arrive, we start with a focused exam and any imaging needed to find the source of the problem. We then walk you through your options in plain language before moving forward. Because many emergencies begin with decay, infection, or everyday wear, our general dentistry services for Fort Walton Beach patients may allow us to treat many urgent issues in one visit.
For more involved problems, we offer advanced care in our own office. When a tooth cannot be saved, our oral surgery team can remove it gently and talk with you about replacement options such as dental implants. Once the emergency has passed, our cosmetic dentistry services can help restore the look of a damaged smile, and sedation options are available for patients who feel anxious.
During a stressful moment, the last thing you want is to juggle referrals or unfamiliar offices. We provide general, restorative, surgical, and cosmetic care in one location, so your emergency and follow-up care stay with the same team. You can read more about emergency dentistry at our Crestview office, where all of our patient care takes place.
We accept most major PPO plans and TRICARE, and we welcome military families from the Fort Walton Beach area. Our financing options and in-house membership plan are designed so cost does not stand between you and relief. See our insurance page for details.
Dental emergencies are stressful, and you do not have to face one alone. Dr. White and our team are ready to offer prompt, caring treatment that protects your comfort and your smile.
If you are dealing with tooth pain, swelling, or a dental injury, do not wait for it to grow. Request an appointment through our contact form and tell us what is happening so we can help you find the best next step.
From your first consultation to your ongoing care, we’re committed to providing you with exceptional dental services in a welcoming environment.
Conveniently located in crestview, FL
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OPENING HOURS
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (every second Saturday only)
Sunday: Closed
