{"id":67,"date":"2023-11-30T19:21:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T19:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2024-07-19T15:09:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T15:09:37","slug":"dental-emergency-what-to-expect-during-your-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/blog\/?p=67","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect During an Emergency Dental Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-68 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dental-emergency-pain-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in pain at emergency dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dental-emergency-pain-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/dental-emergency-pain.jpg 612w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>No one ever expects to experience a dental emergency, but they are common. 1 in 6 Americans will suffer an oral health emergency this year. When the unexpected strikes, you need a dentist in a hurry. Don\u2019t panic! Here\u2019s what you can expect during your appointment.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emergency Dentist VS Hospital ER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your first thought might be to head to the closest hospital, but that\u2019s rarely the best idea. Although hospital emergency rooms can treat life-threatening issues, they aren\u2019t equipped to handle dental problems. At most, they can prescribe pain medications or antibiotics, but they can\u2019t treat the underlying problem.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you\u2019re having a medical emergency, it\u2019s better to contact your dentist. They\u2019ll get you into the office quickly to provide the care you need to stop your pain and save your smile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Examination and Imaging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After arriving at your dentist\u2019s office, they will review any changes to your medical history or medications. Your dentist will perform a visual examination and learn more about your situation. The dental staff will take a digital X-ray of your mouth for your dentist to get a complete picture of your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pain Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist can give you pain medication to manage your discomfort. If you require any treatment, they may administer a local numbing agent to block any pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After your examination and reviewing your X-ray, your dentist will explain your treatment plan. Depending on your situation, it may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dental Splint:<\/strong> A dental splint can be used to stabilize a dislodged or knocked-out tooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Root Canal Therapy:<\/strong> A root canal is performed to treat an infection deep within a tooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Bonding: <\/strong>A composite resin can fix minor issues, like a lost filling, tooth decay, or a chipped tooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Crown:<\/strong> An all-ceramic restoration can be bonded over a tooth to protect it from additional damage. It can be used to fix a broken or decayed tooth quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Review Payment Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental team will review your payment options to keep your treatment affordable, which may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Traditional Payments:<\/strong> Cash, personal checks, and credit cards can be used to pay for emergency dentistry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dental Insurance:<\/strong> Your dental insurance may cover some of the expenses for your consultation, X-rays, or medically necessary treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financing:<\/strong> You can pay any out-of-pocket expenses using a monthly payment plan through a third-party financing company, like CareCredit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Time is of the utmost importance. Don\u2019t wait to contact your dentist. They\u2019ll provide the compassionate care you need to make a difficult situation easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Chung Chien Hsia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Hsia<\/a> earned his dental degree from the Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine and has regularly continued his training to provide up-to-date services, like nitrous oxide sedation and implant dentistry. He is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and many other professional organizations. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jupiterfamdental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">Request an appointment<\/a> through his website or call (214) 617-9134.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one ever expects to experience a dental emergency, but they are common. 1 in 6 Americans will suffer an oral health emergency this year. When the unexpected strikes, you need a dentist in a hurry. 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