Emergency Dental Care in Leesburg, VA — We Are Here When You Need Us
Dental emergencies do not follow a schedule. At Family First Smiles in Leesburg, VA, Dr. Ahmed Al Attar and our compassionate team are committed to being available when our patients need us most — providing same-day emergency dental care with the same level of skill, thoroughness, and genuine concern that defines every appointment in our practice.
Whether you are experiencing a severe toothache, a knocked-out tooth, a dental abscess, a broken tooth, or a lost filling or crown, the right step is always the same: call Family First Smiles at (703) 777-1515 immediately. The sooner we evaluate and treat your emergency, the better your outcome — and in some cases, like a knocked-out tooth, minutes genuinely matter.
Common Dental Emergencies We Treat
Family First Smiles in Leesburg, VA is equipped to treat a full range of dental emergencies. Below are the most common situations we see — and what to do while you are on your way to our office.
What to Expect at Your Emergency Appointment
When you arrive at Family First Smiles for an emergency appointment, our team's first priority is to relieve your pain. Dr. Al Attar will take digital X-rays to fully assess the problem, administer local anesthesia to ensure complete comfort, and take whatever immediate steps are needed — whether draining an abscess, performing an emergency extraction, placing a temporary restoration, or reimplanting a knocked-out tooth.
After the immediate emergency is resolved, Dr. Al Attar will present a complete treatment plan for any follow-up care needed — such as a dental crown, root canal treatment, or dental implant if a tooth cannot be saved. Our goal is not just to stop the pain — it is to restore your complete oral health.
Preventing Dental Emergencies
Many dental emergencies can be prevented with regular preventive care at Family First Smiles. Twice-yearly examinations allow Dr. Al Attar to detect cracked teeth, failing restorations, and early signs of infection before they become acute emergencies. Custom nightguards prevent tooth fractures from grinding, and athletic mouthguards protect against sports-related injuries.
Emergency Care for Medicaid & Uninsured Patients
Family First Smiles in Leesburg, VA is a Medicaid-approved provider and accepts Virginia Medicaid for emergency dental services including emergency examinations, X-rays, extractions, and abscess treatment. For uninsured patients, we accept all major credit cards and CareCredit financing — which can be applied for in minutes at our office. Our team will review all options transparently before treatment begins.
When to Go to the Emergency Room Instead
Most dental emergencies are best treated by a dentist. Go to the ER or call 911 immediately if you experience:
- Severe facial swelling spreading toward the eye, throat, or neck
- Difficulty swallowing or breathing due to swelling
- High fever (above 101°F) combined with dental pain or swelling
- Uncontrolled bleeding that does not stop with direct pressure
- Jaw fracture or severe facial trauma following an accident
For all other dental emergencies, call Family First Smiles at (703) 777-1515 — in most cases, we can see you faster and provide more complete treatment than an ER can.
Request Your Emergency Appointment Online
For the fastest response, call us directly at (703) 777-1515. You can also use the secure form below — but if you are in severe pain, please call first.