{"id":68,"date":"2022-04-02T18:09:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-02T18:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mysouthridgedental.com\/blog\/?p=68"},"modified":"2022-05-20T18:12:33","modified_gmt":"2022-05-20T18:12:33","slug":"what-to-expect-during-emergency-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mysouthridgedental.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/02\/what-to-expect-during-emergency-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Have A Dental Emergency? Here\u2019s What You Can Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Dental emergencies aren\u2019t fun at all\u2014on top of that, they can occur when you least expect them to. They also often have serious implications if you don\u2019t act quickly and schedule an emergency dental visit!<\/a> But you might be wondering what to expect when you show up to the dentist\u2019s office for an emergency appointment. Keep reading to learn more about 4 things you can anticipate upon arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. A Same-Day Appointment (If Necessary)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Assuming you contact your dentist immediately, they will let you know if you need to come in for treatment as soon as possible. Something serious like a displaced tooth or major oral trauma will need to be addressed quickly; a minor injury like a chipped tooth can usually wait a day or two. Your dentist will advise you on what to do in the meantime. Emergency dentists typically leave time built into their schedules for situations like this, so you don\u2019t need to worry about waiting in line once you arrive, either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. A Careful Examination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things that will happen once you sit down in the dentist\u2019s chair is an emergency dental exam, also known as a limited exam. This is a little different than the usual routine exam your dentist performs during biannual checkups. Rather than wholistically evaluating the status of your mouth, your dentist needs to quickly identify the source of the issue so they can diagnose it and recommend treatment. X-rays are also sometimes taken to reveal any hidden infection or inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. The Possibility of Sedations or Anesthetics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, your dentist might have to use anesthesia or sedation to treat your emergency. Some treatments require sedation regardless of the level of pain you\u2019re experiencing\u2014but obviously your comfort is your dentist\u2019s top priority. Sedation can also be used for patients who experience dental anxiety related to their emergency; this is much more common than you might think!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Pain-Relief and A Restored Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not only can dental emergencies be painful\u2014they also compromise the look and functionality of your smile! But your dentist is the best person for the job and will do everything in their power to restore your smile and provide you with necessary pain relief. Some common situations an emergency dentist can handle include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n