How We Treat Dental Emergencies

It may be difficult not to panic in a dental emergency, but please try to remain calm and call our dental office as soon as you can. Our team will take it from there! Here’s how we’ll treat your emergency:

• Schedule your appointment – Over the phone, we’ll assess your situation and determine whether you need to come in immediately or if you can wait a day or two. We can also walk you through some tips on relieving your pain until your visit.
• Evaluate your emergency – As soon as you get to our dental office, we’ll have Dr. N. Patel closely examine your mouth, both visually and with X-rays, to pinpoint the source of the problem. Then, he can recommend solutions for treating the emergency.
• Create a treatment plan – Once we’ve gone over your treatment options, as well as their estimated costs and timeline, you can make an informed decision about how to proceed. After you’ve agreed on a course of action, our team will get to work on repairing your smile right away.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

When you’re dealing with a dental emergency, the last thing you should be worried about is how much your treatment will cost. Our team can discuss that once we’ve addressed the immediate issue. Each patient’s emergency dental care will have a different price based on the specific procedures necessary. Before beginning any treatment, we’ll thoroughly review your financing information and file your insurance claims to ensure you’re getting the most of your benefits.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

• Keep plaque from building up in your mouth by brushing twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste for two full minutes each time.
• Floss between your teeth at least once daily.
• See Dr. N. Patel every six months so that he can check for any potential emergencies and stop them in their tracks.
• Protect your teeth from sports-related injuries and nighttime teeth grinding by wearing a mouthguard.
• Try not to chew on hard objects like ice cubes, fingernails, or pencils.