Your Visit
WE ARE CURRENTLY NOT SEEING PATIENTS AT OUR LONGFELLOW CLINIC, ALL DENTAL APPOINTMENTS WILL BE AT OUR CEDAR-RIVERSIDE LOCATION UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
We provide dental services by appointment as well as limited walk-in appointments. Please call 612-332-4973 to schedule an appointment.
If you need Interpretive services, let us know when you’re scheduling your visit!
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we are taking certain precautions for the safety of our patients, staff, and the community. When you visit our dental clinic, a face mask that covers both your nose and mouth is required. If you do not have one, we will provide you with one.
Emergency Walk-In Dental Appointments
We accept walk-in emergencies at both our locations. The walk-in emergency times we offer are strictly for dental emergencies.
Dental emergencies include: facial or mouth swelling, severe pain, abscess (gum bump), trauma to the mouth, exposed nerve, and a broken tooth.
There are no guarantees the provider will complete a specific procedure on that day.
The goal of the provider for the emergency walk-ins is to alleviate the dental pain.
Please understand that we have patients that have booked appointments at a specific time slot, for this reason, they will be seen first. The wait can be up to 2-3 hours or longer. If you cannot wait this long, please reschedule and book an appointment with our front desk.
Taking care of you is important to us. Due to respecting the times of patients that have previously scheduled appointments, the dental staff will see walk-in patients when the dental team is ready. For this reason, we ask that patients refrain from asking the front desk when they will be seen. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Effective February 6th, 2023, our Dental walk-in hours are:
Monday through Friday
8:20 am to 11:00 am
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Longfellow Clinic
3152 Minnehaha Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
Metro Transit Bus routes 21
PARKING:
Free parking is available behind the
building for patients.
PHONE:
612-332-4973
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday through Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
Cedar-Riverside Clinic
425 20th Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55454
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
Metro Transit bus routes 14,2, 22, 67,94
PARKING:
Free parking is available behind the building for patients and paid parking is available at the U of M parking ramp.
PHONE:
612-332-4973
HOURS OF OPERATION:
Monday through Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm
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Dental FAQ
+ What is the benefit of fluoride treatment?
Fluoride is a mineral that is found naturally. When fluoride is applied on enamel, it helps prevent cavities in children and adults by strengthening the enamel structure strong so they are less prone to acid attacks. Dentists recommend Fluoride for both children and adults. Here is a helpful video on fluoride.
+ What are Sealants?
Dental sealant are a thin layer that seals the deep grooves or pits of back teeth so that it can protect chewing surfaces from getting cavities. It is a great way to prevent cavities on molars that is so simple and easy - no shot is needed! Sealants on permanent molars reduce the risk of cavities by 80%.
+ What is deep cleaning?
Deep cleaning is a recommended treatment to clean under the gums around the teeth where teeth where tartar accumulates. Tartar build-up can continuously damage the gum tissue and bone underneath. Hygienist will anesthetize prior to deep cleaning procedures for patient’s comfort. Treatments like deep cleaning can help maintain health of gum and bone around the teeth thus retaining healthy teeth.
+ Why do I need a Crown on my tooth?
A crown is a standard treatment to restore a compromised tooth due to large cavities, fracture, or large fillings. Crowns can restore the form and function of teeth. Talk to your provider about the different crown types. Crowns can also restore the form and function of the tooth. There are different materials of choice for crown depending on patient’s needs.
+ Does root canal therapy hurt? How does it work?
When a cavity penatrates the inner layer of tooth, a patient will start to feel sensitivity or pain. If cavity reaches the nerve of the tooth (core part of tooth structure), the tooth will get infected. Infection of the tooth can cause severe pain and swelling. Root canal therapy involves removal of cavities, disinfection of tooth, and filling the canal. The Dentist will then recommend the root canal treated tooth to be crowned for further protection from fracture.
Meet your Dental Providers.
Whether it’s your first or your 30th time into our clinic, why not learn more about your dental technicians and providers? Click Here to view our dental providers and assistants.