Immediate Relief When You Need It Most
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Benefits of Our Emergency Dental Care
Our emergency dental services provide immediate relief and prevent further complications, ensuring your oral health is promptly addressed. With our expert team and advanced technology, we can diagnose and treat your dental emergency efficiently, often in a single visit.
Quick Pain Relief
Our priority is to alleviate your pain quickly, using the latest techniques and medications to ensure you're comfortable as soon as possible.
Prevent Further Damage
Timely emergency care can prevent minor issues from becoming major problems, potentially saving your natural teeth and avoiding more extensive treatments in the future.
Restore Your Smile Fast
With our same-day emergency services and advanced technologies like CEREC, we can often restore your smile's function and appearance in just one visit.
What To Expect
Our emergency dental care process is designed to get you out of pain and back to smiling as quickly as possible. Here's what you can expect when you come to us with a dental emergency:
Immediate Contact
When you call with an emergency, our team will ask key questions to assess the severity of your situation and provide immediate advice if needed.
Same-Day Appointment
We'll schedule you for a same-day appointment, prioritizing severe emergencies for immediate care.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Upon arrival, we'll perform a thorough examination, including X-rays if necessary, to diagnose the issue accurately.
Treatment and Relief
Based on our diagnosis, we'll provide immediate treatment to relieve pain and address the underlying problem, often completing the entire procedure in one visit.
What Patients Are Saying
FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions from our patients.
What qualifies as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency typically involves severe pain, trauma, or a condition that requires immediate attention to prevent further damage or alleviate extreme discomfort. Some common dental emergencies include:
- Knocked-out or loosened tooth
- Severe toothache or jaw pain
- Broken or cracked tooth
- Swelling in the face or gums
- Persistent bleeding from the mouth
- Abscess or severe infection
- Lost or damaged dental work (crown, filling, etc.) causing pain or difficulty eating
If you're unsure whether your situation qualifies as an emergency, it's best to call our office. We can help assess your condition and determine if you need immediate care or if treatment can wait for a regular appointment.
How can I manage dental pain while waiting for my emergency appointment?
While waiting for your emergency appointment, there are several steps you can take to manage dental pain:
- Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater to reduce inflammation and kill bacteria.
- Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek near the affected area to reduce swelling and numb pain.
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen as directed.
- For a knocked-out tooth, keep it moist by placing it back in the socket (if possible), holding it in your cheek, or storing it in milk.
- For a cracked tooth, rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress to the face. If you have a lost filling or crown, use temporary dental cement (available at most drugstores) to cover the exposed area.
Remember, these are temporary measures. It's crucial to seek professional dental care as soon as possible to address the underlying issue and prevent further complications.
Will my dental insurance cover emergency treatment?
Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for emergency dental treatments, as they are considered necessary care. However, the extent of coverage can vary depending on your specific plan and the type of emergency treatment required. Some plans may cover a higher percentage for emergency care compared to routine treatments, while others might have specific provisions for after-hours emergency services.
We work with a variety of insurance providers and can help you understand your coverage. Our team will verify your benefits and provide an estimate of any out-of-pocket costs before proceeding with treatment. For patients without insurance or those with high deductibles, we offer flexible payment options and financing plans to ensure you can receive the emergency care you need without undue financial stress.
Remember, delaying necessary emergency treatment due to financial concerns can often lead to more extensive and costly problems in the future.
How long will my emergency dental appointment take?
The duration of an emergency dental appointment can vary depending on the nature and severity of your dental issue. Generally, we allocate more time for emergency appointments to ensure we can thoroughly diagnose and treat the problem.