You know that the best way to prepare for an emergency is to do your homework ahead of time. But where do you begin when it comes to dental emergencies?
There are plenty of starting-point options, but we recommend selecting your go-to emergency dentist first. Things like dental emergency kits won’t reassure you as much as they could if you don’t know who you’re going to call for treatment! Keep reading to learn more about what you should look for in a quality emergency dentist.
Urgent Convenience
When dental emergencies strike, you want prompt assistance – especially if a tooth has been knocked-out. Dislodged teeth have a narrow time window for successful reinsertion, and other dental conditions (like gum disease, for example) get worse the longer they go without treatment.
This means you should find two things:
- An emergency dentist that you can get to within 20 minutes
- A practice that can take same-day emergency appointments
The sooner you’re able to get your teeth looked at and treated, the better you’ll feel.
A Wide Range of Services
Since there’s no way to know what type of dental emergency you might be faced with, there’s no telling what kind of restoration or replacement treatment you might need. An emergency dentist proficient in a wide range of services will be better equipped to address both immediate discomfort and permanent solutions.
Experience with All Ages
Not all practices are experienced with children, and others are only pediatric. For households with a variety of ages, it’s more convenient and less stressful to know an emergency dentist who can help patients at any maturity. That way you won’t have to spend time worrying about which emergency dentist you need to take your young adult to.
Good Bedside Manners
Have you ever had a doctor who somehow managed to make you feel more stressed? Besides being unpleasant in general, receiving treatment from someone who’s less than gentle can make it more difficult to think clearly and make decisions. It’s important to choose an emergency dentist who helps you feel comfortable and confident in their services.
Certainly some of that will come down to meeting them in person, but finding an emergency dentist who can administer laughing gas or other anesthetics might also put you more at ease. It’s nice to know these calming options are available for urgent treatment.
Finding and selecting an emergency dentist that’s right for you can take some time. However, it’s worthwhile to be patient. A doctor that you can trust is worth their weight in gold!
About the Practice
Our team at Oak Point Dental offers comprehensive emergency dental care for patients of all ages. Urgent means urgent, which is why we do our best to see you and treat your dental emergency as soon as possible. We won’t forget our manners, though. Our dentists are gentle and compassionate. They’ll take your emergency seriously and make sure you’re comfortable during treatment. To get in touch, call our office at 972-727-4415.
