Emergency Dentistry
Most dental issues can easily be prevented with proper oral hygiene, including brushing twice daily with non-abrasive, fluoride toothpaste, flossing at least once to remove food debris from between teeth, and using an alcohol-free mouthwash. In addition, you should be visiting the dentist every 6 months so that you can detect and treat any issues that do come up before they escalate.
Benefits Of Emergency Dental Treatment
Unfortunately, sometimes no matter how vigilant you are with your dental care, you will have a dental emergency. A dental emergency doesn’t always wait for regular office hours- it can strike at any time of the day or night. That is why Amores Dental is happy to offer emergency dental services.
Emergency dentistry is an area of dentistry that focuses on patients that are experiencing a dental crisis and can’t wait until regular office hours. If you have a dental emergency, it’s imperative that you seek treatment as soon as possible. Emergency dental treatment offers several benefits, including:
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Immediate relief from pain
- Prevents the spread of infection
- Salvage damaged/decayed tooth
- Same-day treatment
If you are experiencing swelling, severe pain, and/or uncontrollable bleeding, then you qualify for emergency dental treatment at Amores Dental. We have two conveniently located offices to serve you: Dadeland and Palmetto Bay.
Who Qualifies For Emergency Dental Treatment?
If you are experiencing severe pain, swelling, and/or uncontrollable bleeding, then you are having a dental emergency. If you are only having some pain that can be controlled with at-home remedies, you may be able to wait until regular office hours.
Some of the most common dental emergencies we see at Amores Dental include:
Severe toothache
Most of the time, a toothache indicates that you have a cavity. However, if you have a severe toothache, you may have gum disease or an abscess. If you are experiencing a severe toothache, we encourage you to contact the office as soon as possible for an emergency dental appointment.
Broken teeth
A broken tooth may be caused by trauma to the face, biting down on something hard, or using your teeth as tools. In some cases, the tooth breaks because it is severely decayed or otherwise weakened. However, no matter what has caused the tooth to break, it’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible. If you do not seek treatment right away, you risk developing an infection- or the infection spreading. In addition, the broken edges of the tooth may cause trauma to your tongue, cheeks, and lips.
Knocked-out tooth
If your tooth is knocked out due to trauma, we may be able to save the tooth if you seek treatment within 30 minutes. First, try to find the tooth and pick it up by the crown- do not touch the roots. If possible, put the tooth back in the socket. If not, put it in some milk and bring it with you to the appointment.
Injury
Any time you experience trauma to the face or mouth, it’s important to seek evaluation quickly. In some cases, you may have a small crack or chip that you can’t see. If you leave these issues untreated, you risk infection and further damage.
Abscess
A dental abscess is a severe infection that can damage the affected area, as well as the surrounding teeth and other tissues. Typically, an abscess will develop between the teeth and gums, at the tooth root. An abscess can get into your bloodstream and spread to the rest of your body, increasing your risk of other health complications.
Emergency Dental Services Offered
When you come into our office for an emergency dental visit, we will start by providing you with local anesthesia to get your pain under control. Once you are stabilized, one of our highly qualified dentists will perform a comprehensive exam to determine the source of the pain.
We will also discuss your symptoms and how long you have been experiencing the issue, which will help us to create your treatment plan. In some cases, we will be able to complete treatment on the same day. If we are not able to complete treatment on the same day, we will stabilize you and schedule your follow-up treatment as soon as possible.
At Amores Dental, we offer a variety of emergency treatments, including:
- Extractions
- Root canal treatment
- Denture/bridge repair or replacement
- Orthodontic device repair
What To Expect At An Emergency Dental Appointment
If you have never had a dental emergency, you may wonder what exactly you can expect during an emergency appointment:
First of all, it’s important to note that an emergency dental exam is focused on the cause of your dental emergency. The purpose is to determine the cause and severity of your issue in order to quickly provide the best treatment. If you have any underlying medical conditions, are taking medications, or have any allergies, make sure to let us know before we begin.
Depending on the severity of your condition, we will strive to give you priority over our other patients. However, if we are in the middle of another procedure, we may stabilize you and have you wait until we can get to you.
Your aftercare instructions will depend on the treatment you receive. However, general instructions include practicing proper oral hygiene and taking any antibiotics and/or pain relievers as instructed.
Payment Options
In most cases, dental insurance will cover emergency treatment. However, some providers have caveats. Therefore, our friendly office staff will work with your provider to determine your coverage. If you do not have insurance or your insurance does not cover emergency treatment, we do offer several financing options for patients who qualify.
Contact Amores Dental for Your Dental Emergencies
If you are in or near Dadeland or Palmetto Bay Florida and you have an emergency dental need, contact Amores Dental. Our dentists have the experience and expertise to get your condition under control.
We have two convenient locations to serve you: Dadeland and Palmetto Bay.Our Dadeland office is located at 7714 N. Kendall Dr. and our Palmetto Bay office is located at 13617 S. Dixie Hwy 126.
Our Dadeland office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Our Palmetto Bay office hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
You can call our office at (786) 432-2549 or click here to make an appointment.
Conclusion
A dental emergency happens without warning at any time of the day or night- even outside of regular office hours. Emergency dentistry can treat these issues. If you are in Miami, we encourage you to contact Amores Dental with all of your dental needs, including dental emergencies.
Emergency Dentistry FAQs
The team at Amores Dental is here to address any of your questions or concerns at any time of the day or night. Below are answers to some of the questions that we hear most often about emergency dentistry.
What Qualifies As A Dental Emergency?
What Should I Do If I Experience A Dental Emergency?
If you experience a dental emergency, it’s important to call the office right away. When you explain your symptoms, we will be able to determine if you need immediate treatment or if you can wait until regular office hours. If you are having a dental emergency, we will get you into the office as soon as possible for evaluation and treatment.
What Kinds Of Treatments Are Available In Emergency Dentistry?
We offer several emergency treatment options, including:
- Extractions
- Fillings
- Root canal
- Orthodontic device repair
How Long Does An Emergency Dental Appointment Typically Last?
An emergency dental appointment will last as long as necessary to get your condition stabilized. If we are moving forward with treatment, the time it takes will depend on the treatment. For example, if you are having a root canal, treatment can take up to 3 hours.
Does Insurance Cover Emergency Dentistry?
Yes, most dental insurance providers will cover emergency dentistry. However, some of them have exclusions. Our office staff will work with your provider to determine your coverage. Then, before we proceed with treatment, we will explain the charges to you to make sure that you are comfortable with the charges. We do offer financing options for patients who qualify.
How Soon Can I Expect To Receive Treatment After Visiting An Emergency Dentist?
In some cases, treatment will be done on the same day as your emergency visit. However, if treatment needs to be delayed for any reason, it should be done as soon as possible to avoid additional issues.
Why Choose Amores Dental?
A Multi-Specialty Office With An Extraordinary Team Of Highly Trained Dentists
On Staff Specialists Include:
All Dental Procedures Completed In One Office:
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