Emergency Dentistry – Boca Raton, FL
Fast Dental Pain Relief Right When You Need It
Were you in an accident and one of your teeth or dental restorations was broken or knocked out? Do you have a toothache so painful that you can’t focus on anything else? If so, you should seek out urgent dental care right away, and all you need to do is pick up the phone and call us for emergency dentistry in our Boca Raton, FL dental office. Our team is often able to see emergency patients on a same-day basis. We’ll work to see you as quickly as possible so we can relieve your pain and get you back to your normal life, all with our gentle, caring touch.
Why Choose Us for Emergency Dental Care?
- Dentist with Decades of Experience Providing Specialized Dental Care
- Same-Day Appointments Available for Emergency Patients
- Advanced Dental Technology Helps Us Solve Problems In Less Time
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
If you or a loved one experiences a dental emergency, you can count on our team to provide fast dental pain relief right when you need it. The first thing you should do in a dental emergency is give us a call as soon as you can. From there, here’s typically how you can expect us to handle your situation:
- We’ll schedule you a same-day appointment: We do everything we can to see emergency patients the same day they call us. We’ll also go over first-aid steps for handling your symptoms until you can reach our dental office.
- You’ll get an emergency exam: Once you arrive, we will see you right away for an exam. We'll simultaneously work on getting you out of pain and determining the source/extent of your emergency.
- We will work with you to make a treatment plan: We will review our findings with you and go over which treatments we recommend. You will always know the estimated price and length of a treatment before beginning it.
- You’ll get the fast, professional care you need: As soon as we've put together a treatment plan, we’ll get to work repairing your smile and alleviating your pain. Whether you need a filling, root canal, or something else entirely, your comfort and health will be our top priorities.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies include a wide variety of situations. Usually, they fall into one of two categories: trauma, or pain due to longstanding dental problems. No matter what kind of scary dental situation you’re facing, our team is more than qualified to quickly relieve your pain and get your oral health back on track!
But what should you do until your emergency appointment? How are we likely to treat your symptoms? To answer your questions, we’ve gathered some of the most common dental emergencies we treat below. Please click on one to learn more, or give us a call if you need more assistance.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
While emergency dentistry may sound expensive, the truth is that its price varies. The treatment cost depends on the patient’s problem and how a dentist goes about fixing it. Given that fact, you’ll need to consult Dr. Lamberti for an exact estimate; he can confirm the final amount. Our team can then work with you to make care affordable, walking you through price factors, dental insurance, and more. To learn more about the cost of dental emergencies, just keep reading or call us.
Every Dental Emergency is Different
Urgent dental visits normally don’t cost much, as they only include oral exams, diagnoses, and lists of treatment options. Most dental emergency costs often come from later treatment services. With that being the case, you should see us in person for an exact estimate.
Depending on your issue, we’ll likely suggest one (or more) of our emergency treatments. These procedures (each with their distinct price) include the following:
- Root Canals
- Periodontal Therapy
- Tooth Extraction
- Dental Crowns
- TMJ Therapy
Regardless of the final diagnosis, you can trust that we’ll guide you through our findings, suggested treatment plan, and estimated costs beforehand.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Emergencies?
Dental insurance normally covers dental emergencies. Many plans offer full coverage for a yearly urgent oral exam, while others meet around 50-80% of the final treatment cost. That means you can often trust an insurance provider to help with payment.
Of course, don’t forget that every plan is different. Your own policy may have different rules or features; your yearly maximum also plays a role in coverage. Before you decide anything, confirming your benefits with your insurance provider would be a good idea. Our team can even help you do so.
Other Options for Making Dental Emergencies Affordable
Whether you have insurance or not, you can still make your dental emergency more affordable. All you need to do is rely on our practical payment options, which would make your care budget-friendly. It’d just be a matter of finding the right one for your needs.
For instance, consider our flexible financing program. We at Dr. Lamberti’s office work with CareCredit – a reputable, 3rd party financier that’ll help you cover your care. By choosing one of their plans, you can pay for dental emergency work in small monthly installments without interest.
Taking Care of Your Smile Saves You Money
While some dental emergencies are just accidents, many stem from tooth decay and infections. That means you should invest in dental checkups and oral hygiene, as they’d save you money in the long run.
Remember, quick care for a dental emergency costs less than delaying treatment. Delaying your care will make your problem get worse and become more expensive to fix. For instance, putting off a root canal could force you to get a pricey tooth extraction later. You’d then have to spend more time and money on your future dental care.
Dr. Lamberti doesn’t want your dental dilemma to “break the bank,” and the good news is that it doesn’t have to. Just see us to finance your care and get your smile healed.
How to Prevent Dental Emergencies
Here are some tips to help you drastically reduce your risk of facing a dental emergency:
- Visit us at least twice a year for preventive dental care
- Stick to a thorough daily oral hygiene routine that includes twice-daily brushing and once-daily flossing
- Always wear a mouthguard when you play sports
- Eat a balanced diet that is low in sugary and acidic foods and beverages
- Do not use your teeth to open packages or trim your fingernails
Dental Emergency Frequently Asked Questions
When Should I Visit the ER Instead of a Dentist?
If you are bleeding excessively, have broken facial bones, or have suffered a serious injury to a part of your body other than your mouth, visit the local ER instead of your emergency dentist in Boca Raton. A visit to the ER may also be advisable if you have a high fever in addition to a severe toothache. Later, after you receive initial care for your problem, you can follow up with us. We will assess how your injuries affected your oral health and design a treatment plan to get your smile’s well-being back on track.
How Long Can I Wait Before I See a Dentist?
In some cases, you can care for your dental problem on your own for a few days without suffering any serious consequences. For example, a lost crown or a dull toothache requires prompt care, but such situations are not as urgent as a fully or partially knocked-out (avulsed) tooth. Avulsed teeth require immediate care. The sooner you receive treatment, the more likely it is that your tooth can be saved.
Regardless of what your situation is, you should phone an emergency dentist as soon as possible after your problem starts. They will provide you with expert guidance on what your next steps should be and let you know whether it is safe to delay treatment for a few days.
Will Emergency Treatment Affect the Way My Smile Looks?
Our dentist is a highly experienced, which means that he is highly trained in how to create dental restorations that feel, function, and look like real teeth. In most cases, he is able to repair or replace teeth in a way that beautifully complements an individual’s natural facial characteristics and that looks completely natural.
Will My Emergency Treatment Be Painful?
Patient comfort is one of our top priorities. Anesthesia ensures that the area where we are working is numb. Sedation is also available for patients who require extensive treatment or who feel a bit apprehensive about undergoing dental procedures. Following your appointment, your mouth may be a little sore. However, the pain from your dental emergency will be gone. Depending on the nature of the problem that we treat, you may feel completely better within a few days to a week.
How should I sleep with tooth pain?
Before we provide some helpful tips on how to sleep with tooth pain, it’s important that we mention that you shouldn’t take the “wait and see” approach when abnormal dental symptoms arise. In other words, we only recommend taking these steps if absolutely necessary, like your emergency exam isn’t until the following morning. With all of that said, we recommend avoiding crunchy, acidic, and sugary foods at dinner since they can exacerbate your discomfort. Additionally, use a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time, take OTC pain medication 30 minutes before bed (following the directions on the label), and keep your head elevated while you sleep by propping yourself up on a few pillows.
What does throbbing tooth pain mean?
Throbbing tooth pain is almost always a sign of serious dental damage. So, don’t hesitate to contact our emergency dentist in Boca Raton to schedule an exam within the next day or two. That way, they can pinpoint the root of the problem and the necessary restorative care before the situation gets worse.
My chipped tooth doesn’t hurt. Do I still need to visit?
It’s important to remember that your teeth cannot regenerate. So, if you chip one or more of your teeth, you should schedule an appointment with us – even if you aren’t in pain. The sooner you do, the sooner we can assess the damage and determine if we need to intervene to protect the tooth from further harm.
What is causing my jaw pain?
At first, a slight pain in your jaw may not seem like much of an issue. However, it’s possible for it to progress to the point where it makes everyday things like eating and speaking painful. For that reason, we recommend closely monitoring your symptoms and reaching out to us if the soreness or discomfort persists for more than 24 hours or it seems to be getting worse. From there, we can schedule a time for you to come in for the necessary X-rays and visual exam to determine if impacted wisdom teeth, chronic teeth grinding, or TMJ dysfunction is the source.
Can superglue be used to repair broken dentures?
No, superglue cannot be used to repair broken dentures. In fact, you shouldn’t use any household items you have because they may contain toxins that are not safe to ingest (which is the case with superglue). We also don’t recommend using at-home denture repair kits. Instead, you should call us ASAP to let us know what happened and how severe the break is. Then, we can determine the best way to proceed.
Should knocked-out teeth be placed in water?
If your tooth is covered in mud or some other debris, then you can use some clean water to gently rinse it off. Outside of that, you shouldn’t use water for knocked-out teeth. The best way to preserve the root surface cells is by placing the tooth back in its socket or placing it in a clean container filled with milk.
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