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Are You Looking for an Emergency Dentist You Can Trust?

North County Aesthetics & Implants Has Served the Community for Over 40 Years

Our state-of-the-art dental practice brings extensive experience to provide you with excellent dental care customized to fit your needs.

Same Day Appointments Available!

Learn Why We’re the Best Emergency Dental Care Provider in North County

  • Immediate Care
  • Cutting-Edge Treatment
  • Top-Rated Team
  • Comfortable Environment

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Hear it From Our Patients!

Trusted by Patients Across North San Diego County

Dr. Howard is awesome! My husband and I have been going to him for over 5 years now! He does fantastic work, and is meticulous. Not only that but he makes your experience as smooth and pain free as possible! He and his staff are kind and caring and they follow up to make sure that you are satisfied. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Lisa B.

Dr. Howard is an incredibly talented and knowledgeable dentist -- but he is more than a dentist. He's an artist. He changed my ugly smile to my best feature. It was one of the smartest things I've ever done for myself. Do it for yourself -- you will be happy you did.

Barbara M.

Best dentist and staff I have ever visited!! I recommend everyone come to a professional place like this. The staff cares and are amazing, and Dr. Howard is amazing at his craft. I wish all dentists were like this.

Chris C.

Dr. Howard Nelson has been my family dentist for over 10 years and we are very happy to have had him to take care of all of our dental concerns. You couldn't meet a nicer person who is very sensitive and tuned-in to patient needs and goes above and beyond any call of duty.

Irene M.

Dr. Howard is the greatest dentist I have ever been to. All 3 generations of the family see him and he is loved by everybody. I will get my teeth pulled before he quits so I don‘t need to see another dentist ever again!

Martina C.

What Makes NCAI Different?

We’re committed to making every experience relaxed without sacrificing treatment quality. We know going to the dentist can be stressful. So, we have invested in advanced technology to make every procedure as quick and painless as possible.

Here you will find a rare combination of skill, experience, and tech not available at most dental offices.

Frequently Asked Emergency Questions

How do I know if my toothache is a dental emergency or something that can wait?

Tooth pain that’s severe, constant, or comes with swelling, fever, or a bad taste in the mouth typically points to a dental infection or significant structural problem that needs prompt evaluation.

Can a knocked-out tooth be saved?

A knocked-out permanent tooth can sometimes be reimplanted if you reach an emergency dentist within 30 to 60 minutes of the injury. Keeping the tooth moist in milk, saline, or between the cheek and gum improves the odds of successful reimplantation.

What happens during an emergency root canal?

An emergency root canal removes infected or damaged tissue from inside the tooth to relieve pain and stop the dental infection from spreading. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, and a dental crown is typically placed afterward to restore the tooth’s structure and function.

What should I do if a dental crown falls off before I can get to an office?

Avoid chewing on that side of the mouth and keep the crown if you still have it. Over-the-counter dental cement can temporarily reattach the crown or cover the exposed tooth to reduce sensitivity.

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Our Services

Pain Relief

Fast, effective relief from dental pain so you can get back to your day.

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Abscess Treatment

Prompt treatment to clear infection and stop it from spreading.

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Tooth Extractions

Safe, comfortable extractions when a tooth can't be saved.

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Root Canals

Relieve pain and save the natural tooth with a gentle root canal.

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Crowns & Bridges

Restore damaged teeth and replace missing ones with lasting, natural results.

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Implants

Permanent, natural-looking replacements for missing teeth.

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TMJ/TMD Care

Relief from jaw pain, clicking, and tension with personalized TMJ/TMD care.

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Same Day Visits

Call before 2pm and we'll do everything we can to see you today.

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Flexible Payment Options

In-House 0% Interest Financing available for treatment. 

Insurance:

We can do courtesy billing for those we’re out-of-network with — we’ll bill any PPO plan on the patient’s behalf. No HMO plans accepted. 

No insurance? No problem. Give us a call!

Comprehensive Care You Can Trust

At NCAI, our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality emergency care so you can have a healthy smile! If you're looking for a new dentist in North San Diego County, contact us today to schedule your appointment.

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