{"id":156,"date":"2022-05-11T11:28:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-11T11:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/?p=156"},"modified":"2022-06-24T23:28:38","modified_gmt":"2022-06-24T23:28:38","slug":"4-things-to-expect-at-an-emergency-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/2022\/05\/4-things-to-expect-at-an-emergency-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Things to Expect at an Emergency Dental Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/AdobeStock_266863879__1___1656113257_63121.jpg\" alt=\"Emergency dentists in clinic\" class=\"wp-image-157\" width=\"291\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/AdobeStock_266863879__1___1656113257_63121.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/AdobeStock_266863879__1___1656113257_63121-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/AdobeStock_266863879__1___1656113257_63121-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019d probably think of going to your hospital\u2019s emergency room in a medical emergency. That\u2019s an appropriate response to take in most situations. However, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> is a bit different. Should the latter occur, it\u2019d be best to see your local emergency dentist at their office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know what\u2019s involved in an emergency dental visit? \u00a0Read on to learn four things you should expect from the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: A Same-Day Appointment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many emergency dentists offer same-day appointments for urgent cases like knocked-out teeth. As you\u2019re scheduling the time, some will even suggest advice on managing the situation until you reach the practice. On the other hand, they may recommend you wait to visit if the issue is just a chipped or cracked tooth. Whatever the case, they\u2019ll encourage you to see them soon and begin preparing for your arrival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies are usually time-sensitive, so your dentist will make your check-in quick and effortless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: A Quick-Yet-Efficient Exam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After your check-in, the dentist will perform a quick emergency exam to address your discomfort. As such, they\u2019ll primarily focus on the problem area and may include X-rays of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this examination, your dental care provider will look for signs of concern like gum inflammation or infection. They\u2019ll also watch out for exposed nerves. Once they\u2019ve determined the complication, they\u2019ll review your treatment options and give you an accurate cost estimate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Possible Dental Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your dental emergency is very painful, your dentist may suggest dental sedation to you. That way, they can give you more extensive help without causing unnecessary pain or anxiety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One example of the process would be nitrous oxide sedation. In this approach, you would inhale a gas called nitrous oxide before treatment, which would relax you and help later procedures go more smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4: A Restored Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In urgent cases, your dentist should be able to solve your tooth or gum pain with little trouble. They might do so in just a single appointment. They could alternatively give you antibiotics for an infection or abscess, so you\u2019ll be ready for another visit later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever the case, they will treat the root of the problem as quickly as possible. That way, you can get back to your day-to-day life sooner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A large hospital isn\u2019t necessarily the best place to treat your sudden tooth or gum issue. Instead, trust that your emergency dentist can resolve the matter with prompt and effective treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/\"><em>RiverPlace Dental<\/em><\/a><em> is based in Portland, OR. Led by the excellent <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\"><em>Dr. Megan McInnis<\/em><\/a><em>, their team provides high-quality dental treatment in a spa-like atmosphere. Offering preventive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services, they strive to give their patients the best smile possible. That even includes helping out with potential dental emergencies! For more information or to schedule an appointment, they can be reached at <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverplacedds.com\/contact.html\"><em>their website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(503)-761-1414.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019d probably think of going to your hospital\u2019s emergency room in a medical emergency. That\u2019s an appropriate response to take in most situations. However, a dental emergency is a bit different. Should the latter occur, it\u2019d be best to see your local emergency dentist at their office. 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