Imagine your summer vacation is in full swing and you’re enjoying yourself at the hotel pool. You’re finally getting the rest and relaxation you deserve, but you forgot something on your chair. You quickly make your way there but underestimate how slippery the poolside is. You accidentally trip and end up with an oral injury. Your tooth may now have a chip in it! What do you do when you have a dental emergency in an unfamiliar place? Here is a quick guide to help you be more confident in situations like these.
Step 1: Look Up an Emergency Dentist Near You
If you’re traveling to a place you haven’t been to before, then you may not know of an emergency dentist right away. It’s important to search online for one! You can type in “emergency dentist near me” or something similar, specifying the area you are in. When you get your search results, quickly look at their reviews and ratings, then look to see if they have same-day emergency visits. This will help you find a reputable office that may be able to pencil you in right away.
Step 2: Call to Get Same-Day Appointment Scheduled
The quickest way to get scheduled with an emergency dentist is to call them. Tell them about what happened, the oral injury you’re experiencing, and if you are feeling any pain or discomfort. They will take this information and give you advice on how to care for your tooth and schedule you as soon as possible; that way, you can go back to enjoying your summer vacation!
Step 3: Receive Emergency Exam and Treatment
When it’s time for your appointment, the front desk will have you fill out some new patient information and take your dental insurance. Once they get this, they’ll take you to your treatment room and get some X-rays to see the extent of the damage. Your dentist will stop by and give you an oral examination to find out the damage and best course of action.
Depending on your oral injury, they’ll create a treatment plan best suited to you. In some cases, it can be a quick service like a cavity filling, but other times it may be a more complex procedure. If you don’t have time to get the treatment right away, they will get you scheduled as soon as possible. The good news is that they will still give you a temporary solution! It will help relieve any discomfort until a permanent fix can be implemented. In the end, you’ll be able to go back to enjoying your summer vacation with a renewed smile!
About the Practice
At Mauck & Ricci, DDS, we understand that a dental emergency can come out of nowhere. Whether you are at home or visiting for the summertime, we are here to help you through these situations. Our office has same-day appointments, so we can pencil you in to get the excellent care you deserve. The quickest way to get scheduled is by giving us a call at (303) 745-1400, or you can visit our website to learn more about our emergency dental services.