Emergency Dentist — Richardson, TX
Effective Care Without the Wait
When an emergency occurs, time is often of the essence. If you have a dental emergency, please contact us right away. We make time in our schedule to offer emergency dentistry in our Richardson, TX dental office. We make time in our schedule to treat emergencies, or they will help you locate the proper dental professional needed for your emergency. For effective care without the wait, don’t hesitate to contact CityLine Dental Center .
Why Choose CityLine Dental Center for Emergency Dental Care?
- #1 Same-Day Emergency Appointments Available
- #2 Dr. Melody Stampe Has Over 30 Years of Experience
- #3 Dental Insurance Welcome & Flexible Financing Available
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
- Step 1: Call Us Right Away. As soon as it is safe for you to do so, contact our office. We do everything we can to see emergency patients for same-day appointments, so the sooner you call, the better! Additionally, one of our experienced team members will walk you through how to manage your situation until you can reach us.
- Step 2: See Your Richardson Emergency Dentist: When you arrive, Dr. Stampe or Dr. Gater will see you right away for an examination. Once they’ve relieved any pain you’re experiencing and evaluated your condition, they’ll review your treatment options with you and together, you’ll make a plan to get your oral health back on track.
- Step 3: Get the Professional, Gentle Care You Need. Thanks to our wide range of service and advanced dental technology, our team is well-equipped to handle any virtually dental emergency. Whether you need a dental crown, tooth extraction, root canal, or any of our other emergency treatments, your comfort and well-being will always be our top priorities.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies come in all shapes and sizes. Some are fairly obvious, such as a broken or knocked-out tooth. However, for other situations like a bad toothache or lost dental crown, you may be unsure how urgently you need to be seen. In either case, we encourage you to call us. We can help you determine the severity of your issue over the phone and schedule your appointment accordingly. Below, you’ll find some important information about the most common dental emergencies we treat here at CityLine Dental Center.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
No two dental emergencies are exactly alike, which is why there is no set cost for emergency dental care. How much you can expect to pay will depend on the severity of your emergency as well as which treatments are needed to address it. We will always provide you with a custom estimate before beginning any treatment, and we are happy to review all your options for making your care affordable, such as dental insurance coverage or flexible financing.
How to Prevent Dental Emergencies
Not every dental emergency can be prevented or avoided. However, a few simple habits and practical precautions can dramatically lower your risk of encountering one of these scary situations. Actions as easy as practicing great oral hygiene, eating healthy, wearing a mouthguard, avoiding bad chewing habits, and visiting us twice a year can make a tremendous difference in the safety of your smile.
Dental Emergency FAQs
Are Swollen Gums an Emergency?
Although they don’t necessarily warrant a same-day visit, you should schedule an appointment with Dr. Stampe or Dr. Gater within the week. The reason why is that swollen, red, inflamed, and bleeding gums are usually a side effect of gum disease, which will continue to progress without the proper care. So, don’t hesitate to give us a call, even if your symptoms seem relatively minor.
Should You Put a Knocked-Out Tooth in Water?
No, but you can rinse the tooth with water if there is dirt or any other debris on it. After that, we recommend either placing it back in its socket (if it slides into position easily) or putting it in a clean container filled with milk. Then, focus on getting to our office ASAP; we need to provide the necessary care within the hour in order to have the highest chance of saving your tooth.
Do I Need to Go to The Dentist for A Small Chip in My Tooth?
There are a few reasons the answer is “yes.” The first is that your teeth cannot heal/regenerate on their own. The second is that it’s possible for an infection to develop or the tooth to break further without treatment. So, while a same-day visit may not be necessary, you should schedule an appointment with us sooner rather than later.
How Can a Dental Abscess Be Treated?
As you likely know already, you should NOT pop a dental abscess on your own. Instead, you should schedule an appointment with one of our emergency dentists so they can open and drain it, removing the pus in the process. If further care is needed, like a root canal or tooth extraction, we will let you know and get to work on creating your custom treatment plan. That way, your healthy smile is restored in both the short and long term.
Is It Safe to Repair Dentures with Superglue?
No, because household adhesives, like superglue, contain toxins that are not safe to ingest. They also don’t do well in damp environments, they can result in allergic reactions, and they can affect the way your food tastes. For all of those reasons, we recommend calling us instead of taking the DIY approach.
Is It Safe to Use A Toothpick?
The reason we don’t recommend using toothpicks is because they often do more harm than good. This is especially true for wooden ones that can splinter off in your mouth. We recommend flossing instead and, if the debris doesn’t budge, rinsing with warm saltwater to help dissolve it.
Should I Visit the Emergency Room First for Dental Emergencies?
Since hospitals don’t typically have dentists on-staff, we only recommend going to the ER if you’re experiencing potentially life-threatening symptoms. Some examples include uncontrollable bleeding, difficulty swallowing, and trouble breathing. If you’re dealing with a painful toothache, a loose dental crown, or inflamed gums, then make your first call to our Richardson dental office.