Russo Dentistry · Raleigh, NC
Emergency & Restorative Dentistry in Raleigh, NC
Tooth Pain, Broken Teeth & Restorative Care at Russo Dentistry
A severe toothache, broken tooth, or lost crown can interrupt your day and leave you unsure what to do next. At Russo Dentistry, our Raleigh dental team provides emergency exams, root canal treatment, and restorative dentistry to diagnose the problem and help you understand your treatment options.
With an experienced endodontist available in-office and an advanced dental laboratory for custom restorations, we can coordinate many stages of your care in one location.
*Appointment availability varies; please call for an urgent dental concern.
- Award-Winning Raleigh Dental Practice
- In-Office Endodontist
- Same-Day Crown Technology
Dr. Russo is recognized among the top 10% of dentists nationwide for exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, and peer-reviewed distinction.
One Office, Start to Finish
Emergency Dental Care With Restorative Solutions in One Office
When a tooth is painful or damaged, finding out what’s wrong is the first priority. You also need to understand what treatment may be necessary and how your tooth can be restored afterward.
At Russo Dentistry, we combine emergency dental evaluations with restorative dentistry and access to an experienced endodontist in our Raleigh office. Depending on your diagnosis, treatment may involve a filling, root canal, porcelain crown, or another procedure to address the problem.
Our approach focuses on identifying the cause of your symptoms, explaining your options, and coordinating the care your tooth needs.
Thorough Emergency Evaluations
We use dental examinations and appropriate diagnostic imaging to identify the cause of your symptoms and recommend treatment based on your individual needs.
Root Canal Treatment In-Office
Endodontist Dr. Wayne King provides root canal care at Russo Dentistry, allowing patients to receive specialist treatment without routinely needing to travel to a separate practice.
Custom Restorations Made In-House
Dr. Russo uses advanced digital technology and his in-house dental laboratory to design and fabricate porcelain restorations. Eligible crown cases may be completed in a single visit.
Smile Gallery
Real Patients. Real Smile Transformations.
The best way to understand Dr. Russo’s approach is to see his work. Explore before-and-after photographs of patients who have received porcelain veneers and smile makeovers at Russo Dentistry. Each case begins with an individual treatment plan, with attention to the proportions and details that shape the final smile.
Before (top) and after (bottom). Individual results vary. A consultation is required to determine whether porcelain veneers are appropriate for your needs.
See It In Action
Watch a Same-Day Crown Procedure
See how Dr. Russo uses digital technology and his in-house dental laboratory to design and fabricate a custom porcelain crown. Eligible crown cases may be completed in a single visit.
Same-Day Crown Procedure
A look at how a custom porcelain crown is designed and made in Dr. Russo’s in-house lab.
Signs You Need Care
When Should You See an Emergency Dentist?
Dental problems can develop unexpectedly, and symptoms that initially seem manageable may become more serious over time.
Contact Russo Dentistry if you’re experiencing:
- Persistent or severe tooth pain
- A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth
- A loose, damaged, or missing dental crown
- A lost filling or exposed tooth structure
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swelling or tenderness around a tooth
- A knocked-out or loosened permanent tooth
These symptoms can have different causes, including tooth decay, fractures, inflammation, or infection. An examination helps determine the problem and whether emergency treatment is needed.
If you’re experiencing dental pain or have damaged a tooth, call our team to discuss your symptoms and appointment availability.
Severe facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or a serious facial injury requires immediate emergency medical attention.
Restorative Treatments
Restoring Damaged Teeth at Russo Dentistry
An emergency exam is often the beginning of treatment. Once the problem has been diagnosed, the next step may involve repairing the tooth, treating an infection, or protecting weakened tooth structure.
Russo Dentistry offers several restorative treatments in the same Raleigh office. Learn about tooth fillings, porcelain crowns, and endodontist Dr. Wayne King.
Root Canal Therapy
When the tissue inside a tooth becomes inflamed or infected, root canal treatment may help preserve the natural tooth. Dr. Wayne King, an experienced endodontist, provides root canal therapy within Russo Dentistry. When a crown is needed afterward, Dr. Russo can coordinate the restorative portion of your treatment.
Same-Day Porcelain Crowns
A dental crown covers and protects a damaged or weakened tooth. Crowns may be recommended for teeth affected by fractures, large fillings, extensive decay, or certain root canal treatments. Dr. Russo uses his in-house laboratory to design and fabricate custom porcelain crowns. Same-day treatment is available for appropriate cases, depending on the condition of the tooth and appointment availability.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
Fillings may be recommended when decay or damage can be repaired without a full crown. The damaged portion of the tooth is treated, and a restorative material is used to help restore its shape and function.
Additional Restorative Care
Some teeth require more extensive treatment, while others may not be restorable. Following an examination, our team can explain the available options, including whether a different restorative procedure or extraction may be necessary.
Meet Dr. Russo and endodontist Dr. Wayne King.
Meet Your Dental Team
Meet Your Raleigh Restorative Dental Team
Dr. Justin Russo & Dr. Wayne King
Russo Dentistry combines the expertise of restorative dentist Dr. Justin Russo with in-office endodontic care provided by Dr. Wayne King.
Dr. Russo is a graduate of the University of North Carolina and completed a hospital residency before continuing his training in advanced dental aesthetics and restorative techniques. His approach incorporates digital technology, an in-house laboratory, and personal involvement in the design and fabrication of porcelain restorations.
Dr. Wayne King is an experienced endodontist who focuses on diagnosing and treating problems involving the tissue inside teeth. His work includes root canal therapy for teeth affected by inflammation, infection, and other complications.
Having restorative and endodontic care available in the same practice helps the team coordinate treatment, particularly when a tooth requires root canal therapy followed by a protective crown.
For patients dealing with dental pain or damaged teeth, that coordination can make it easier to understand the treatment plan and arrange the necessary care.
Dr. Russo is recognized among the top 10% of dentists nationwide for exceptional patient care, clinical excellence, and peer-reviewed distinction.
Your Visit
Your Emergency Dental Visit: What to Expect
We know that unexpected dental problems can be stressful, particularly when you’re in pain. Our team will help you understand what is happening and which treatment options may be appropriate.
STEP 01
1. Schedule Your Emergency Exam
Call our office or use online scheduling to request an emergency dental appointment. If you’re in significant pain, have swelling, or have experienced a dental injury, calling allows our team to discuss your symptoms and current availability.
STEP 02
2. Examination and Diagnosis
During your visit, we’ll review your symptoms and relevant medical history, examine the affected area, and take diagnostic images when needed.
This helps identify the source of the problem and determine what treatment may be appropriate.
STEP 03
3. Review Your Treatment Options
Your dentist will explain the findings, discuss recommended treatment, and review the next steps.
Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may include a filling, root canal therapy, crown, extraction, or another procedure. Urgent treatment may be possible during your visit, but additional appointments are sometimes necessary.
STEP 04
4. Restore and Protect Your Tooth
If your tooth requires restorative care, Dr. Russo and the team will develop a plan to address the damage and restore function where possible.
For eligible cases, the in-house dental laboratory allows custom porcelain crowns to be fabricated without an outside laboratory.
Treatment recommendations, appointment availability, and the number of visits depend on your individual dental needs.
Insurance & Financing
Financing: Understanding Emergency Dental Treatment Costs
The cost of emergency dental care depends on the problem being treated, the diagnostic procedures needed, and the recommended treatment.
A focused emergency exam helps determine whether you need a filling, root canal, crown, or another procedure. Our team can explain your treatment plan and estimated costs before you decide how to proceed.
Insurance & Financing Options
Russo Dentistry works with major dental insurance carriers, including dental PPO plans, and can help you understand your available benefits and estimated out-of-pocket costs.
Financing options are also available through LendingClub and CareCredit, subject to approval and applicable terms.
Our team can provide information about payment arrangements and help you review the options available for your recommended treatment.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions About Emergency & Restorative Dentistry
Severe tooth pain, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost restorations, and swelling around a tooth are common reasons to seek urgent dental care. Some problems require immediate attention, while others can be scheduled for the next available appointment. Call our Raleigh office to discuss your symptoms.
Russo Dentistry works to accommodate urgent dental concerns, and same-day exams may be available. Appointment availability varies, so we recommend calling 919-890-5147 to discuss your situation and the earliest available appointment.
A toothache can have several causes, including decay, a cracked tooth, inflammation, or infection. Some conditions require root canal treatment, while others may be addressed with a different procedure. An examination and appropriate diagnostic testing are necessary to determine the cause.
Yes. Endodontist Dr. Wayne King provides root canal treatment in the Raleigh office. This allows many patients to receive specialist care without visiting a separate practice.
A crown may be an option when enough healthy tooth structure remains to support the restoration. Dr. Russo will evaluate the extent of the damage and recommend whether a crown, filling, or other treatment is appropriate.
Yes. Russo Dentistry has an in-house dental laboratory and offers same-day porcelain crowns for appropriate cases. Whether a crown can be completed in one visit depends on the condition of the tooth and the treatment required.
Contact our office to arrange an evaluation. Keep the crown or filling if you still have it, avoid chewing on the affected tooth, and do not attempt to glue a crown back into place with household adhesives. Your dentist will determine whether the restoration can be replaced or whether additional treatment is needed.
Coverage depends on your insurance plan and the treatment provided. Russo Dentistry works with major dental insurance carriers and can help you understand estimated benefits and out-of-pocket costs. Financing options are also available for eligible patients.
Not an Urgent Concern?
Have a Question? Ask Our Team.
If your concern isn’t urgent, send us your question about a damaged tooth, root canal treatment, crowns, or restorative care, and a member of our team will follow up with you.
- Questions about root canals, crowns, or fillings
- Insurance, financing, and payment options
- Scheduling and what to expect
In pain, swollen, or injured? Please call us at 919-890-5147 instead of using the form.
Get Care Today
Get the Dental Care You Need in Raleigh
A painful or damaged tooth deserves a careful evaluation and a clear treatment plan.
At Russo Dentistry, our team provides emergency dental exams, in-office root canal treatment, and restorative dentistry, including custom porcelain crowns. We can help identify the cause of your symptoms and explain the options for treating and restoring your tooth.
If you’re experiencing dental pain, have broken a tooth, or need restorative treatment, contact our Raleigh office.
Need to speak with our team?
Russo Dentistry
3811 Ed Drive, Suite 120
Raleigh, NC 27612
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Friday: Limited hours for scheduling only
Online booking is available 24/7. Emergency appointment and treatment availability varies.