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Emergency Dentist for Cornelius — Same-Day Care, 15 Minutes Away
Dental emergency? Call (503) 614-0198 now. Hablamos español.
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A toothache that started Sunday is throbbing so hard by Monday morning you can’t focus at work. A molar cracks while biting into something hard at lunch. A kid falls off a bike on the Hwy 8 path and a front tooth lands in the gravel. These don’t wait for a normal appointment.
We hold a 2 PM slot every weekday at 7546 NE Shaleen St specifically for walk-in dental emergencies. From Cornelius Town Center the drive is 15 minutes via Hwy 8 east, then north on Cornell Road. Most Cornelius emergencies are seen within 90 minutes of the call. Call (503) 614-0198 from the car so we can prep the operatory before you arrive — and ask for a Spanish-speaking team member when you call if that’s what you need.
We do the work in-house: root canals (NSK ProTaper Gold rotary), surgical extractions (Dr. Gvozden, Tufts-trained, 30+ years), CEREC same-day crowns milled in about 90 minutes, abscess drainage with the Waterlase soft-tissue laser, and tooth reimplantation. Honest tradeoff: severely impacted wisdom teeth go to oral surgery referral; routine cases here.
Emergencia Dental? Llame Ahora.
(503) 614-0198 — Same-day appointments. Hablamos español. 15 min from Cornelius.
What We Treat Same-Day
- Severe toothache — root canal or extraction
- Broken/cracked tooth — CEREC same-day crown or bonding
- Knocked-out tooth — reimplantation (60-min window)
- Dental abscess/swelling — drainage and antibiotics
- Lost crown or filling — re-cementation or replacement
- Pick it up by the crown (white part), never the root
- If dirty, rinse gently with milk or saline — do NOT scrub or use tap water
- Keep the tooth moist: place it back in the socket if possible, or store it in cold milk or saliva
- Call (503) 614-0198 immediately — we will see you within 30 minutes
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- Broken Tooth Emergency — Same-day care for chipped or broken teeth
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- Root Canal Therapy — Emergency root canal therapy
- Tooth Extraction — When extraction is the right call
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- Broken Tooth Emergency: What You Can Save, What You Cannot — Assessment and immediate steps
- Emergency Dental Visit: What to Expect and How to Prepare — What happens during your same-day appointment
Emergency Cost
Emergency exam with X-rays: $99. Treatment costs depend on diagnosis. Insurance accepted. CareCredit and Sunbit financing for unexpected costs.
Getting Here from Cornelius
From Cornelius Town Center: Hwy 8 (which is TV Highway through downtown Cornelius) east, north on NE Cornell Road, right onto NE Shaleen St. 15 minutes in normal traffic; add 5 minutes in the 4:30-6 PM commute window.
From north Cornelius / Holladay area: N 26th Ave south to Hwy 8 east, then north on Cornell. 15-17 minutes.
Free parking directly in front at 7546 NE Shaleen St. Wheelchair-accessible entrance on the north side.
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Types of Dental Emergencies We Handle
Severe Toothache and Dental Pain
Tooth pain that keeps you awake, interferes with eating, or radiates to your jaw or ear is a real dental emergency. The American Association of Endodontists lists the same culprits we see most often in Cornelius patients: deep cavities that have reached the nerve chamber, cracked teeth exposing internal structures, or dental abscesses (infections at the tooth root).
Dr. Ostovar uses digital X-rays to diagnose the source of pain within minutes. For infected teeth, he performs root canal therapy using rotary endodontic instruments and warm gutta-percha obturation to clean, disinfect, and seal the internal canals. This eliminates infection and preserves the natural tooth. For teeth that cannot be saved, Dr. Gvozden performs surgical extractions using periotomes and elevators to minimize trauma to surrounding bone and tissue.
Local anesthesia ensures you feel no pain during treatment. Nitrous oxide sedation is available for anxious patients. Most emergency root canals take 60–90 minutes. Individual costs vary — contact us for your personalized treatment plan.
Broken, Cracked, or Chipped Teeth
Teeth break from trauma (sports injuries, falls), biting hard objects, or weakening from large old fillings. A broken tooth exposes dentin that transmits pain signals, and if the crack extends into the pulp chamber, bacterial infection can develop within 24–48 hours.
Dr. Ostovar uses CEREC CAD/CAM technology to fabricate same-day porcelain crowns. He takes a digital impression with the Primescan intraoral scanner, designs the restoration using CEREC software, and mills the crown from a solid block of feldspathic or lithium disilicate ceramic in approximately 90 minutes. For minor chips, composite resin bonding restores the tooth in 30–45 minutes. Individual costs vary — contact us for your personalized treatment plan.
Dental Abscess and Facial Swelling
A dental abscess is a pocket of pus caused by bacterial infection. Symptoms include throbbing pain, fever, swollen lymph nodes, bad taste in the mouth, and facial swelling. Abscesses require immediate drainage to prevent infection from spreading to the jaw or neck.
Dr. Ostovar or Dr. Gvozden drains the abscess and irrigates the area. Antibiotics control the infection systemically. After the acute infection resolves, definitive treatment addresses the cause: root canal therapy, deep cleaning, or extraction for non-restorable teeth. Individual costs vary — contact us for your personalized treatment plan.
Warning: If you experience difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, or rapidly spreading facial swelling, go to the emergency room immediately. These symptoms may indicate life-threatening complications.
Knocked-Out Tooth (Avulsion)
A tooth knocked completely out of its socket is a time-sensitive emergency. The periodontal ligament cells that hold the tooth in place remain viable for only 60 minutes outside the mouth. Successful reimplantation depends on handling the tooth correctly and reaching our office within that window.
If your tooth is knocked out:
Dr. Gvozden repositions the tooth in its socket and splints it to adjacent teeth. Most reimplanted teeth require root canal therapy 2–3 weeks later. Reimplantation success rates exceed 90% when treatment occurs within 60 minutes. Individual costs vary — contact us for your personalized treatment plan.
Lost Crown or Filling
Crowns come off due to cement failure, recurrent decay, or tooth fracture beneath the restoration. Dr. Ostovar cleans out old cement, checks the tooth for decay, and re-cements the crown if the fit is still good. If decay has developed, a new crown is necessary. Temporary cement (available at pharmacies) is only a 24–48 hour solution — do NOT use superglue. Individual costs vary — contact us for your personalized treatment plan.
Why Cornelius Patients Choose East Wind for Emergencies
Three-doctor availability means we accommodate emergency patients while maintaining scheduled appointments. Dr. Ostovar (DMD, FAGD — Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry) has 15+ years of experience in complex restorative and endodontic care. Dr. Gvozden (DMD from Tufts University, 30+ years in practice) specializes in oral surgery.
Our Hillsboro office at 7546 NE Shaleen St is 15 minutes east of Cornelius via Hwy 8. We maintain extended hours: Tuesday 7 AM–6 PM, Thursday 7 AM–5 PM, Saturday 7 AM–12 PM. Carestream CBCT 3D imaging, digital X-rays, CEREC same-day crowns, and a full surgical suite mean you receive complete emergency care without referrals.
For Cornelius residents near downtown Cornelius (10th Avenue and Hwy 8) or Cornelius Town Center, the drive takes 15 minutes. From north Cornelius (Holladay area off N 26th Ave), figure 15-17 minutes. Intel campuses (Ronler Acres, Hawthorn Farm, Jones Farm) are 5–8 minutes from our office for any Intel-routed Cornelius commuters.
We accept Delta Dental, Moda Health, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, and Guardian insurance. CareCredit and Sunbit offer 0% financing for 24 months. Our VIP Membership Plan ($299/year adults, $199/year children) includes 15% off all emergency treatment for uninsured patients.
What to Expect During Your Emergency Visit
When you arrive at our Hillsboro office for an emergency appointment, our team follows a structured protocol to address your pain quickly while determining the underlying cause.
Check-in and Triage (5 minutes): You’ll complete a brief health update form unless your emergency is severe. Our front desk notes your chief complaint and pain level (1–10 scale) so the clinical team can prioritize treatment.
Clinical Examination (10–15 minutes): Dr. Ostovar, Dr. Gvozden, or Dr. Farahmand examines the affected tooth and surrounding tissues. We check for visible cracks, swelling, temperature sensitivity, and percussion pain. Digital X-rays or CBCT 3D imaging follows immediately to visualize root fractures, periapical abscesses, bone loss, or impacted teeth.
Diagnosis and Treatment Discussion (5–10 minutes): We explain what imaging shows, what is causing your pain, and which treatment options are available. For most emergencies, same-day treatment is both possible and recommended. We provide cost estimates before proceeding so you can make informed decisions.
Treatment (30 minutes to 2 hours): Root canals typically take 60–90 minutes. Extractions range from 20 minutes (simple) to 60 minutes (surgical). CEREC same-day crowns require approximately 90 minutes from start to finish. Abscess drainage is completed in 15–30 minutes.
Post-Treatment and Follow-Up: Before you leave, we provide written care instructions, prescriptions if needed, and schedule any necessary follow-up appointments. You receive our direct office number for after-hours concerns.
Other Services for Cornelius-Area Patients
East Wind Dental Care provides comprehensive care for patients across the Cornelius area. Other treatments commonly requested by Cornelius-area patients:
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Areas We Serve
East Wind Dental Care welcomes patients from across Washington County and the west Portland metro area: Hillsboro, Orenco Station, Tanasbourne, Aloha, Beaverton, South Hillsboro, Rock Creek, AmberGlen, Cornelius, Forest Grove, North Plains, and Banks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the closest emergency dentist for Cornelius residents?
East Wind Dental Care at 7546 NE Shaleen St in Hillsboro is the closest full-service emergency dentist for Cornelius — about 15 minutes east via Hwy 8 (TV Highway through downtown Cornelius transitions to Hwy 8 toward Hillsboro). We hold a 2 PM emergency slot every weekday and see most Cornelius emergencies within 90 minutes of the call. Hablamos español. Call (503) 614-0198 from the car so we can prep the operatory before you walk in. From Cornelius Town Center the drive is straight up Hwy 8, then north on Cornell Road.
Can Cornelius patients book emergency visits without insurance?
Yes. The emergency exam is $99 and includes 2 to 4 digital X-rays plus diagnosis (2026 pricing). For uninsured Cornelius patients, our VIP Membership Plan ($299/year for adults, $199/year for kids) gives 15% off all treatment plus two cleanings per year — for one emergency root canal plus crown, it pays for itself. We also accept CareCredit (0% for 24 months for qualifying applicants) and Sunbit financing. Honest version: a $99 exam plus a $1,200 root canal plus a $1,200 crown adds up — call before you come in so we can give you the cost in writing.
Are pediatric dental emergencies treated near Cornelius?
Pediatric emergencies from Cornelius — Cornelius Elementary playground falls, soccer at Harleman Park, bike crashes — come to us regularly. Dr. Youngblood is our pediatric lead; he’s in Monday through Thursday. The 60-minute reimplantation window for a knocked-out permanent tooth applies to kids the same way as adults. Pick the tooth up by the crown only (never the root), rinse briefly without scrubbing, drop it in cold milk or tuck it inside your child’s cheek if they can keep it there. Do NOT reimplant baby teeth. Drive straight to us; the 15 minutes from Cornelius is within the window.
What’s the wait time for emergency root canal care near Cornelius?
From the time you call (503) 614-0198 to root-canal complete, plan 3 to 5 hours total: 15-minute drive from Cornelius, 90-minute typical wait window (often less if you call ahead and the 2 PM slot is open), then 60 to 90 minutes for a single-canal root canal or 90 to 120 minutes for a molar with 3 to 4 canals. Cost: $700 to $950 front tooth, $950 to $1,800 molar. NSK ProTaper Gold rotary instruments. Most emergency root canals get a temporary filling and a same-day CEREC crown appointment scheduled within 2 weeks.
Do Cornelius emergency dentists offer Spanish-speaking care?
Yes. Hablamos español. Multiple staff at East Wind speak fluent Spanish — front desk and at least one assistant on every shift. This matters in Cornelius, which has a substantial Spanish-speaking community especially through the Forest Grove / Cornelius corridor along Hwy 8. We don’t want patients relying on Google Translate or a child to interpret medical terms during a dental emergency. Call (503) 614-0198 and ask for a Spanish-speaking team member.
Is OHP accepted for emergency visits near Cornelius?
We accept Oregon Health Plan for emergency exams and extractions only — these are covered under the adult dental benefit. We do not currently take OHP for non-emergency restorative care (fillings, crowns, root canals). Most OHP-managed Cornelius patients route to OHSU Russell Street, about 30 minutes east, which runs a same-day urgent dental clinic. For Cornelius patients with private insurance — Delta Dental, Moda, Cigna, MetLife, Aetna, Guardian — we’re in-network and the $99 emergency exam is fully covered after deductible.
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East Wind Dental Care — 7546 NE Shaleen St, Hillsboro, OR 97124 | (503) 614-0198
Reviewed by Dr. Merat Ostovar, DMD, FAGD | East Wind Dental Care, Hillsboro, OR | Last medically reviewed: 2026-05-05 | Book a consultation
> Dr. Ostovar leads East Wind Dental Care in Hillsboro, which has served the community since 2006. He holds Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), a credential held by fewer than 7% of general dentists in the U.S.
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