Emergency Dentist – Catonsville, MD
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Dental emergencies usually occur at the most inopportune times. A sudden fall while riding a bike, a hard hit on the field, or even an accidental trip while out for a walk can all lead to a frantic phone call to our dental office. As an emergency dentist in Catonsville, Dr. Bemani is pleased to offer same-day emergency dental appointments should you or a loved one suffer a serious injury. Just call our office to alert us to your situation, and we’ll get to work to find a time you can come in while also providing helpful tips to manage your pain while at home.
Why Choose Advance Dental Clinic for Emergency Dentistry?
- Compassionate & Caring Dental Team
- Sedation Dentistry When You Need It
- Dentist Who Cares About Patients’ Well-Being
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
- Schedule an appointment: You’ll need to first call our dental office so that we can pinpoint a time when you can come in. We’ll determine if you need to be seen right away or if waiting a day or two will be fine. We will also provide helpful tips to use at home to minimize additional pain.
- Undergo an examination: Once we’re able to take dental X-rays of your smile, we’ll examine the status of your smile and perform a visual evaluation to make appropriate recommendations.
- Review findings: Based on our findings, we’ll develop a personalized dental treatment plan that can be used to fix and address your smile.
- Provide exceptional treatment: We’ll quickly begin to work on improving your smile by eliminating the pain and restoring any damaged areas.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
Not all dental emergencies are created equal. Some may appear more serious than others, and it is not always easy to tell when you should see an emergency dentist in Catonsville right away. Below, you will find a list of the most common dental emergencies that we treat. As always, never be afraid to call our office and ask for help.
Understanding the Cost of Emergency Dentistry
How much you can expect to pay for your dental emergency treatment depends on various factors that our team will determine during your appointment, including the severity of the damage. But don’t worry; we will work with you to ensure that you get the maximum from your insurance company and avoid paying high out-of-pocket costs. If you are interested in learning more about the cost of emergency dentistry, you can read on or give our Catonsville dental team a call – we’re here to answer any questions you have!
Every Dental Emergency is Different – Here’s Why
As we touched on above, there is no set price because each dental emergency is different, as is each person. A few of the many factors we need to consider during your exam are the type of dental injury, the severity of the damage, and which restorative treatment is needed. Of course, how you plan to pay also needs to be considered. Rest assured, we will review our findings, share our recommendations, and help you navigate the financial side of your treatment so the entire process is as seamless and stress-free as possible.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Emergencies?
Good news: your dental insurance provider may include one emergency exam per year and cover upwards of 80% of the cost of essential restorative care. So, if you are currently insured, it’s worth taking the time to read through your benefits and see what is and isn’t covered. If you need any help – whether it’s understanding the fine print or getting an estimate of your out-of-pocket expenses – don’t hesitate to ask us! We’re proud to be in-network with most PPO dental insurance plans.
Other Options for Making Dental Emergencies Affordable
If you don’t have dental insurance, don’t let that stop you from getting the care you need! We have two financial solutions that will help make the cost of emergency dentistry more affordable:
- Flexible Financing with CareCredit – If you’d prefer to space out the cost into smaller, more manageable installments, ask us about CareCredit!
- Our Special Offers – Throughout the year, we offer periodic specials to help our patients save on the dental care they need.
How Taking Care Of Your Smile Can Save You Money
Whether you’re struggling with a painful toothache, your dental crown is loose, or there is a pimple-like bump on your gums, taking the “wait and see” approach won’t save you any money. That’s because the root of the problem will only get worse if left untreated, requiring more extensive care to address. That’s why we strongly recommend contacting us when you first notice that something is wrong.
Remember, many dental injuries – from chipped teeth to damaged restorations – are largely preventable with the right best practices in place. In other words, committing to good habits (i.e., flossing consistently, wearing a mouthguard during sports, scheduling a dental checkup and cleaning every six months) will benefit your smile and your wallet.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
You can't always avoid dental emergencies; some happen despite your best efforts. However, you can take steps to reduce your risk of having one. We at Advance Dental Clinic will even share some tips and tricks to help you out. By using them, you'll be much more likely to prevent dental emergencies here in Catonsville. Just keep reading to learn the specifics in detail, or call us to find out more over the phone.
Visit a Dentist Regularly
As you’d expect, the best way to avoid dental emergencies is to see your dentist often. Getting regular checkups and cleanings will keep your smile safe(r).
Dental checkups (and cleanings) are the most effective type of preventive dental care. These sessions let your dentist diagnose and treat minor oral issues, ensuring your smile doesn’t develop worse problems. Attending them will thus keep many dental dilemmas – infections, tooth loss, etc. – at bay.
Always Practice Good Oral Hygiene
Regular dentist “check-ins” aren’t the only way to avoid dental emergencies. Good oral hygiene is also a fine method, as it helps your mouth stay clean.
Don’t forget: caring for your smile at home prevents many problems. For example, brushing twice daily removes the plaque that could give you a tooth infection. Just flossing once daily also lowers your chances of getting gum disease, severe smile decay, etc. Given these points, looking after your grin personally lets you avoid disruptive dental issues.
Stick to a Mouth-Healthy Diet
If you want to avoid dental emergencies, make your diet more mouth-healthy. Doing so will protect your grin from risky meals.
A lousy diet – especially one with sugary stuff – will cause many problems for your mouth. After all, having too much sugar puts you at serious risk of cavities and tooth infections. Acids from acidic foods and drinks also erode your enamel, exposing your smile’s underlying dentin and causing tooth sensitivity. To prevent such outcomes, you should eat lean proteins, dairy products, and veggies instead.
Wear a Mouthguard (as Necessary)
Another way to prevent dental emergencies is to wear a mouthguard. With this device fitted over your teeth, fewer incidents can threaten your oral health.
The truth is that your teeth are pretty easily injured. With a wrong move during a basketball game, you could have a fall or collision that knocks out a tooth. Grinding your pearly whites at night can also lead to chipped or cracked teeth and severe jaw conditions. Still, a sportsguard can stop mouth injuries from collisions and falls; a nightguard can also stop you from grinding teeth.
Use Tools to Open Packages, Not Teeth
However impatient you may feel, don't use your teeth as tools to open packages. Following this rule will prevent many dental emergencies.
It’s already the case that your enamel wears down over time. If you also use your teeth as tools, you’ll speed up that erosion and make your grin more vulnerable. It follows that you should only use teeth for smiling, speaking, and eating.
Dental Emergency FAQs
Will my toothache go away on its own?
If you’re experiencing a mild or moderate toothache, it’s tempting to think it might simply take care of itself if you give it enough time. Unfortunately, dental problems don’t usually get better without professional intervention and usually get progressively worse until they’re addressed.
There are many potential reasons for a sore tooth and some are more serious than others. Dr. Bemani will examine your condition to identify the underlying issue and suggest appropriate treatments based on her findings. You might need a simple treatment, like a tooth-colored filling to repair a cavity, but could also require a more complex solution, like a root canal.
Should I visit the ER first for dental emergencies?
You can probably correctly assume that if you’ve sustained an injury, like a broken bone, you should get to the closest emergency room as quickly as possible. But is the same true if you’ve damaged a tooth or restoration?
When it comes to oral issues, it’s usually better to contact our team first. We have the specialized experience and equipment required to quickly diagnose and treat oral issues. However, if you’ve sustained serious lacerations to your face or mouth or have broken or dislodged your jawbone, you should get to an ER as soon as possible.
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
You can never predict exactly when a dental emergency will occur in Catonsville, and unfortunately, they often occur outside of our operating hours. If you’ve developed an ache that won’t subside and our office is closed, you’ll need to manage it as best you can until you can contact us.
Keeping your head elevated while you rest prevents blood from pooling behind your sore tooth to keep your discomfort to a minimum. You can also try applying a cold compress or ice pack to that side of your face for 15 minutes for a temporary, numbing reprieve. It’s also usually safe to take over-the-counter medications like Tylenol or ibuprofen to address pain and inflammation so you can get some much-needed rest.
Do I need an appointment for minor chips to teeth?
If you’ve recently noticed that your enamel is chipped or cracked, you might think of it as a cosmetic concern that’s more annoying than a health risk. However, it’s impossible to know the extent of the damage without a professional examination.
Any injury to the protective outer layer of your teeth compromises its structure. Bacteria in your mouth are more likely to penetrate your tooth and cause an infection, even if it’s a minor fracture. You should contact our office to schedule an appointment so we can determine the extent of the harm done and provide treatment suggestions. If it’s truly a surface problem, dental bonding or veneers can boost your appearance. Otherwise, you may require a dental crown or other prosthetic to restore your tooth’s functionality.
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