Emergency Dentist – Aurora, IL
Fast Emergency Dentistry When You Need It the Most
Are you experiencing severe dental pain that is preventing you from going about your daily life? Serious oral health problems require urgent treatment, which is exactly what our team at Grand Dental - Aurora provides. When you contact our office, we will work to schedule an appointment as soon as possible, usually the same day. For after hours emergencies, our patients have the reassurance that they can reach our dentist on call. Often the Doctor can temporize a painful situation over-the-phone with first-aid guidance.
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How We Treat Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies can be stressful, but having them treated promptly by a professional can prevent further damage from occurring. Below is an overview of how our team typically handles emergency situations.
- Schedule an Emergency Appointment: You should always contact our office immediately if a dental emergency happens. Our team will schedule an appointment as soon as possible, often on the same day as the initial call.
- Perform an Emergency Exam: A detailed examination must be completed in order to identify the cause of the emergency. X-rays might need to be taken depending on the situation.
- Review Findings: The results of the emergency examination will be explained in an easy-to-understand way. The dentist will recommend appropriate forms of treatment and give an estimate of how much they will likely cost.
- Carry Out Treatment Plan: To stop the situation from growing any more severe, a personalized treatment plan will quickly be carried out.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
There are many different kinds of dental emergencies, and some are significantly more common than others. Even if it is not clear that a situation counts as an emergency, it is typically recommended to call a dentist whenever concerning symptoms occur. Below are some situations that often require urgent care.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
The only way we can give you an estimate of the cost of your emergency appointment is to first examine your mouth and determine the underlying problem. Then, we can develop a treatment plan to ease your pain and provide you with a lasting and effective solution to the issue. If you have any questions during your examination, don’t hesitate to ask our staff. We will be more than happy to walk you through financing options. If you have dental insurance, we can help you navigate your benefits.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
Although you can’t completely avoid dental emergencies, there are some steps you can take to prevent them. Some of these include:
- Protecting your mouth with a mouthguard while playing sports.
- Getting a bruxism nightguard if you grind your teeth.
- Visiting our office every six months for a checkup and cleaning.
- Not chewing or biting on hard items, like pens, fingernails, and ice.
- Stopping bad oral habits like tobacco use.
- Maintaining a good oral hygiene routine.
Dental Emergency FAQs
When trying to better understand the dos and don’ts of emergency dentistry, it can be overwhelming and confusing. This is why our emergency dentist in Aurora as well as our qualified team of experts have compiled answers to some of the most common questions asked by our patients. Below, individuals can find clarification on various topics and be encouraged to contact our team should they have additional questions. We understand we have not answered all inquiries here, which is why our team is ready to answer the call.
Will my toothache go away on its own?
Typically, toothaches do not go away on their own. It is usually an underlying problem that is causing the issue. This is why we strongly recommend that patients visit the dentist to ensure nothing is wrong. It’s best if we rule out any potential issues that may be causing the toothache, especially when looking to avoid more serious problems in the future. If the pain is deep within the tooth’s layer, there’s a good chance it is an infection that will require extensive treatment.
Can the emergency room remove a tooth?
It is illegal for anyone to remove a tooth who does not possess the proper education and training, even in a hospital. This is why we recommend patients visit our office because this type of dental emergency in Aurora is best treated by a licensed dental professional. In a hospital, only antibiotics and pain medications can be given, but the underlying problem can only be treated by a dentist. Also, unless evaluated by an oral healthcare expert, a person may undergo a tooth extraction but only need a root canal.
Do I need to visit for minor chips in teeth?
It’s important to know that minor chips do not heal on their own, so patients are better off scheduling an appointment quickly. Without timely treatment, the tooth can endure further damage. If there are jagged edges or the tooth is sharp, this can result in lacerations to a person’s tongue, cheeks, lip, or gums if not careful. Because there are many ways for a dentist to treat a chipped tooth, it’s best to inquire about an emergency appointment and learn which treatment method is right.
Should knocked-out teeth be placed in water?
No, it is better if knocked-out teeth are reinserted into the vacated socket. However, if this is not possible, patients should place the tooth in a container of milk. Rinsing the tooth of any debris is fine but holding it under water for an extended period can cause the root surface cells to become damaged, resulting in the tooth no longer being viable for reintegration. By placing it in milk, it’s possible to keep the tooth viable for up to one hour.