{"id":169,"date":"2022-10-12T20:14:40","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T20:14:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smileyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=169"},"modified":"2024-11-22T14:38:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T14:38:26","slug":"how-to-find-an-emergency-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smileyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/how-to-find-an-emergency-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find an Emergency Dentist When You Need One"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When you\u2019re experiencing a dental emergency, it can be hard to think about what you should do. It\u2019s important to slow down and take things one step at a time. There are people who can help \u2014 you just need to make an emergency dental appointment. If you don\u2019t know how, here\u2019s a guide that can help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Do I Find an Emergency Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best to be prepared in case of an emergency by knowing whom you would call. If you have a dentist you see regularly, then great! You can call them if you\u2019re ever in trouble. If not, look online for a dentist in your area. If you have insurance, you can even check your plan\u2019s website to see which providers are in-network. In either case, most dentists will be more than happy to accept you for an emergency appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Make an Emergency Appointment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First, if you\u2019ve lost a crown or filling, secure it and put it in a safe place. If you\u2019re dealing with some pain, take an over-the-counter pain reliever or apply a cold compress to the affected area. Then, call your dentist and make an appointment. Most offices will try and get you in the same day, and the dental team will advise you on what you can do until you see them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What If It\u2019s After Business Hours?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, dentist offices aren\u2019t open 24 hours a day. If you can\u2019t get ahold of anyone at the front desk, leave a voicemail with your name, number, and the nature of your emergency. Some offices have an emergency number you can call, so you can try that and get some advice from a professional. Otherwise, offices tend to check their messages at the start of the day and schedule emergency patients as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t wait, you can go to the closest emergency room. They\u2019ll be able to help you manage any pain and advise you on your next course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should I Do While I Wait?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Exactly what you ought to do next depends on the problem you\u2019re facing. However, there are a few general tips that might be helpful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n