Emergency Dentist — Denver, CO

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

By their very nature, dental emergencies are often sudden and overwhelming. We encourage you to take a deep breath and stay calm regardless! Doing so can make all the difference when it comes to acting quickly and correctly in order to prevent further complications. Should you or a loved one experience a dental emergency, follow these steps:

• Step 1: Call our office as soon as you can. We do everything we can to schedule emergency patients for same-day appointments, so don’t hesitate to give us a call right away. One of our experienced team members will also walk you through basic first aid for handling your situation over the phone until you can reach us.
• Step 2: See your Denver emergency dentist. When you arrive, your Denver emergency dentist Dr. Walker or Dr. Pooler will see you right away for evaluation. Then, they’ll fully explain the treatments they recommend and work with you to create a custom treatment plan.
• Step 3: Get the fast, gentle care you need. As soon as you’ve agreed to a treatment plan, our team will get to work right away to protect your teeth and restore your oral health. We offer a wide range of services right here in our state-of-the-art dental office, so you’ll be back to enjoying a happy, healthy, and pain-free smile in no time!

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

If you experience any out-of-the-ordinary dental symptoms or oral discomfort, your body is likely signaling to you that you require urgent treatment. Even if you are unsure whether your situation counts as a dental emergency, we encourage you to call us right away so we can help. When you contact our office, we’ll assess your situation and schedule your next dental appointment accordingly. We’ll also provide you with some tips to handle the situation before you reach us to make sure that no additional damage occurs to your smile. Read on to learn how to handle some of the most common dental emergencies we treat.

Understanding the Cost of Emergency Dentistry

We’ll never leave you in the dark about pricing or treatments during your emergency visit. On the contrary, our goal is to provide you with fast, effective, and honest emergency treatment that leaves you feeling healthier and less stressed. So, if you have any questions rattling in the back of your mind, don’t hesitate to ask our friendly dental staff. You’re also welcome to read on since this next section is dedicated to covering helpful information about the cost of emergency dentistry in Denver!

Why Every Dental Emergency is Different

The term “dental emergency” covers everything from a minor toothache to a completely knocked-out tooth. That’s why each treatment plan is 100% tailored to the patient in our treatment chair! If you find yourself in an emergency situation, then we will schedule a time for you to come into our office. Then, we will learn more about what happened, conduct an oral exam, and take the necessary X-rays to assess the damage. At this point, we can review the treatment options available to you. For example, if you have a significant cavity, a tooth-colored filling, dental crown, or root canal therapy may be the solution. Of course, other factors need to be considered as well, including whether or not you are currently insured. Don’t worry – we will review all of this and more during your appointment.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Emergencies?

Because each dental insurance policy differs, the best way to learn whether your benefits will cover the cost of your emergency treatment is to contact your provider directly. You may have one covered emergency exam annually, benefits that cover up to 80% of the cost of restorative care, or both! Of course, you can also talk to our team if you have any questions.

Other Options for Making Dental Emergencies Affordable

Fortunately, dental insurance isn’t the only way to make emergency dental care more affordable. At Pearl Dentistry, we also offer additional financing that allows patients the option to make low, monthly payments instead of paying for the entire cost of their treatment upfront. If you would like to learn more about flexible financing, don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’re here to help!

How Taking Care Of Your Smile Can Save You Money

Our team at Pearl Dentistry will do what we can to make your treatment affordable. However, it’s worth noting that routine preventive care can go a long way in protecting your smile and your wallet. In fact, reports from The Journal of Dental Medicine estimate that every $1 invested in preventive care can save you between $8 and $50 on restorative and cosmetic dentistry. So, if you aren’t already, make sure to implement a solid oral hygiene routine, including brushing and flossing consistently, getting a dental checkup and cleaning every six months, and avoiding smoking and other unhealthy dental habits.

How to Prevent Dental Emergencies

While it’s not possible to completely avoid dental emergencies, there are some steps you can take to dramatically reduce your risk. Some of these include:

• Keeping up with your daily oral hygiene.
• Visiting our office every six months for checkups and cleanings.
• Wearing a protective mouthguard while playing sports.
• Being mindful of bad oral habits such as nail-biting and smoking.