Emergency Dentist — Arnold, MO

Why Choose JL Dental for Emergency Dental Care?

• Same-Day Emergency Appointments Available
• Advanced Dental Technology
• Insurance-Friendly Dental Practice

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

Dental emergencies are frightening and can happen when you least expect them to. Fortunately, knowing what to do in these situations and having an experienced emergency dentist by your side can significantly reduce the amount of stress you feel. That said, here’s what to do should you find yourself in an unfortunate predicament:

• Call us right away. Don’t hesitate to give our office a call! We’ll provide you with instructions to handle your situation over the phone.
• Schedule an emergency appointment. It’s incredibly important to visit our team as soon as possible for an exam. We’ll schedule a same-day emergency appointment to evaluate your condition, explain your options, and create a custom treatment plan.
• Get the care you need. Our goal is to get you the prompt relief you deserve. With our help, your smile will be back on the right track in no time!

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

If something feels wrong, there’s a good chance that there is. Whenever you need help in the midst of a dental emergency in Arnold, our team is just a phone call away to guide you through first-aid. We’ve also provided some helpful tips to help ease your pain and reduce the risk of damage while you’re on your way to our office.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies 

Depending on the treatment you need, the price of your emergency dental visit can vary. Unfortunately, we can’t provide you with a price over the phone because we haven’t been able to conduct a visual examination yet. However, once you come in, we’ll be able to walk you through a treatment plan and discuss prices and dental insurance coverage with you.

How to Prevent Dental Emergencies

The best way to prevent dental emergencies is to be mindful of your surroundings, keep up with your at-home dental hygiene, and regularly visit our office for checkups and cleanings. If you play any sports or participate in activities that can put your mouth at risk, be sure to wear a protective mouthguard. The same solution applies if you grind and clench your teeth every night, putting them at risk of becoming severely damaged.

Dental Emergency FAQ’s 

In a perfect world, you’d never have to worry about having a dental emergency. Unfortunately, one can happen when you least expect it. The last thing you want is to be caught unprepared. To prevent this from happening, we’ve compiled a list of the top questions patients have most frequently asked in the past about dental emergencies. By providing expert answers, our goal is to help you be as prepared as possible when a problem strikes. But, you’re not on your own; if you’re confronted with a dental emergency, don’t hesitate to contact us to receive the care you need!

How Can I Be Sure I’m Having a Dental Emergency?

Most dental emergencies will fit into one of the following scenarios:

• You’ve noticed painful swelling.
• A tooth has completely dislodged.
• You have one or more teeth loose.
• You have a loose or missing crown or filling.
• You’re experiencing intense tooth or gum pain.
• Your gums frequently bleed, and you have a constant sour taste in your mouth.
• Your tooth has abscessed, which means you have a bad infection that has caused pus to collect.

For either of these situations, you should immediately reach out to our office.

If The Symptoms Subside, Do I Still Need to Visit the Dentist?

Even if the symptoms relating to your dental emergency temporarily dissipate, it’s still vital for you to seek treatment. Therefore, you won’t have to worry about the problem becoming worse in the future and requiring more complex forms of care, or even resulting in tooth loss. Furthermore, by taking swift action, you can prevent any unnecessary suffering and save money.

Will The Treatment Put an End to My Pain?

One of the reasons that we encourage you to contact us at the first signs of a dental emergency is so you can limit the amount of pain you have to endure. The sooner we can examine you and address the problem, the less complex the treatment will need to be.

Ultimately, having the issue directly addressed is a way to alleviate your discomfort and start the recovery and maintenance of your oral health.

Will My Dental Insurance Cover the Cost of Emergency Dental Care?

A key advantage of maintaining dental insurance is the peace-of-mind that comes along with knowing that, in the event of a dental emergency, you have some benefits available. While all plans differ, you can usually count on having a portion of your emergency dental care covered. So that you can receive the maximum of what your plan has to offer, one of our friendly staff members will be glad to file your claim. Therefore, you’ll have one less thing to worry about.