Emergency Dentist – Mount Dora, FL

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

When you’re dealing with a stressful dental emergency, it can be comforting to know that you can turn to a caring team that’s prepared to deal with this type of situation. Here’s how we can help you when you need urgent dental care.

• Same-Day Appointment: We don’t want you to be left waiting for treatment any longer than necessary, so we will schedule a same-day emergency appointment for you when we can. Meanwhile, our team can give you some advice for managing the issue at home.
• Emergency Exam: A full examination of your mouth is required for us to figure out where the true cause of the problem lies. We also need to check the extent of the damage that has already been done so that it can be properly addressed.
• Review Findings: We will share the results of our examination with you and start the process of creating a treatment plan. Rest assured that we will always give you an estimate of the cost and timeline of any treatment we recommend.
• Get the Care You Need: The agreed-upon treatment – be it a filling, a crown, a root canal, a tooth extraction, or another procedure entirely – will be carried out so that you can once again enjoy a healthy, pain-free smile.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Even if you’re unsure whether or not your situation is a dental emergency, it’s better to be safe than sorry and just give us a call anyway. On the phone, we’ll let you know if you need to come see us, and we’ll also provide tips on how to handle your problem in the moment. In the meantime, here’s an overview of some common dental emergencies to watch out for.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

The specifics of emergency dental treatment will always vary from patient to patient because there are many types of injuries, all of which can come in different severities. This means the cost can be different from case to case as well. We’ll discuss your options and go over all pricing information when you come to see us for a dental emergency so that you’re never surprised afterward. We’ll do our best to get you out of pain first so you can be clear-headed when you make a decision for your care!

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

• Stay safe whenever you play sports by always wearing a protective mouthguard.
• Preserve your teeth by not chewing on things that can wear them down, like ice, pens, pencils, popcorn kernels, etc.
• Need to get a package open? Always use scissors instead of your teeth! Teeth are not tools!
• Think you might grind your teeth at night? Ask us about getting a custom nightguard.
• Keep up with your twice-a-year checkups so we can find and treat minor problems before they become major emergencies.

Dental Emergency FAQs

When you need urgent care you can rely on, don’t hesitate to call your experienced, compassionate dental team here at Lacquaniti Dental. We will help you assess your situation over the phone and give you step-by-step instructions to manage your situation until you can reach our office. Below, we’ve gathered some common questions about dental emergencies to help you feel as prepared as possible just in case an emergency strikes.

When Should I Go to the ER Instead of the Emergency Dentist?

Not all emergency rooms have a dentist on staff, so they may only be able to provide temporary pain relief. If you have a dental emergency, you’ll almost always save time, money, and hassle by giving your emergency dentist a call instead of going directly to the ER. However, there are some issues that need to be stabilized at an emergency room before we can repair your smile, such as:

• Broken or dislocated jaw.
• Oral bleeding that hasn’t stopped in 10 minutes.
• Swelling in the mouth, face, or jaw that’s making it difficult to swallow or breathe.

How Can I Tell If My Toothache Is a Dental Emergency?

Any time your teeth hurt, you should come to see us for an appointment. While some toothaches are the result of non-emergency issues, others may be a warning sign of a serious problem that needs prompt attention. You should call us immediately if your toothache is accompanied by:

• Intense pain that has lasted for more than a day.
• Darkening or discoloration of the painful tooth.
• Sudden numbness in the tooth.
• A small, pimple-like bump on the gums.
• Signs of infection, such as fever, fatigue, or swelling.

Do I Still Have to Go to the Dentist If My Toothache Goes Away?

Just because your toothache suddenly goes away doesn’t mean that you’re out of the woods! Remember, your teeth can’t heal themselves like the rest of your body, so it’s unlikely that the issue causing your dental discomfort has been resolved. If your once painful tooth has gone numb, its nerve may be damaged or infected. Even if it’s not bothering you anymore, it can still be in danger of falling out! Be sure to come see us right away so we can diagnose the underlying problem.

Can I Take Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers for a Toothache?

Alongside rinsing with salt water and applying an icepack, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers to address a toothache. Taking medications like ibuprofen and naproxen are good choices for easing dental discomfort. However, it’s important to remember that even if you can manage your toothache at home with store-bought pain relievers, you should still come to see us for treatment right away. Over-the-counter products should only be used to help temporarily ease your discomfort until you can reach our office.

Do Knocked-Out Baby Teeth Need Urgent Dental Treatment?

Even though baby teeth are meant to come out eventually, you should give us a call if your child knocks one out suddenly. We’ll inspect their other teeth for signs of damage and look at their gums to ensure there aren’t any pieces of the tooth still lodged in place. In some cases, we may recommend placing a space saver to keep the neighboring teeth from shifting into the gap and trapping the permanent tooth underneath.

If you or a loved one need urgent dental care, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We’ll do everything we can to see you for a same-day appointment to get you out of pain and your oral health back on track.