Emergency Dentist – Westhampton, NY
Quick, Compassionate Care for Those in Need
At Beach Dental, we’re not just your run-of-the-mill dental office. We want to become your dental home, and as such, we do our best to make our patients feel as comfortable as possible with us—even in the most unpleasant circumstances such as during a dental emergency. Our evening and Saturday hours allow our dentists to accommodate you more easily when you need us most. You can rest assured that we’ll do what we can to fit you into our schedule as quickly as possible so that you can find relief, so don’t hesitate to call!
Why Choose Beach Dental for Emergency Dentistry?
- Evening and Saturday Hours Available
- Team That Cares About Comfort
- State-of-the-Art Technology
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
- Emergency Appointment: The process begins when you call our office. We’ll make room in our schedule to see you as soon as we can. Our team will provide guidance over the phone for managing your emergency while you’re at home.
- Emergency Exam: Once you get to our office, we’ll focus on identifying the source of the problem. Your mouth will be thoroughly examined, and we might take X-rays if we need to.
- Review Findings: We will go over the results of our examination, explain what’s going on inside your mouth, and work with you to put together a plan for treatment.
- Get the Care You Need: Whatever treatments are deemed necessary for restoring your oral health will be carried out. Our goal will be to help you achieve relief as quickly as we can.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
If you’re not sure whether you need emergency dental care, call our office to be on the safe side; we can give you a recommendation on what to do next based on what symptoms you’re experiencing and how urgent they seem to be. In the meantime, here are some examples of common dental emergencies that you might face and should be prepared for.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
Because the range of emergency scenarios is so wide and varied, the treatments required could be as simple as a prescription or as extensive as extraction and advanced restorative work. In any case, our team of experts at Beach Dental will help you and work with you to understand what you are responsible for paying after dental insurance.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
Some dental emergencies cannot be avoided; however, others can. If you do the following, you’ll be less likely to experience a dental emergency:
- Brush twice and floss once daily.
- Visit Beach Dental twice every year for your dental checkup and cleaning appointment.
- Avoid using your teeth as tools to open packaging or bottles.
- Don’t chew on hard things, including ice, pencils or pens, and your fingernails.
- Wear a sports mouthguard when you participate in contact sports like football or in potentially risky activities (e.g., skateboarding, riding a bike).
Dental Emergency FAQs
Should I Just Wait Until My Next Checkup?
No! You should never wait to seek help if you’re experiencing a dental emergency. Not only are many dental emergencies painful, but they also need to be addressed quickly to preserve your smile. For instance, if you have a toothache and postpone treatment, the decay could spread to the entire tooth or even to other teeth, causing more damage and pain. It’s always better to call our office right away so that we can do our best to save your natural teeth and relieve your discomfort.
What Should I Do If I Have Something Stuck Between My Teeth?
If a large piece of food or another foreign object is stuck between your teeth, it could cause them to shift out of alignment or lead to decay. Use floss to gently pry the food or object out. Although you may utilize a toothpick if floss isn’t available, avoid using other hard, sharp objects like a knife because they could severely damage your gum tissue or crack a tooth. If you cannot get the object out from between your teeth on your own, call our office.
How Soon Can You Help Me?
At Beach Dental, we don’t want you to suffer longer than you absolutely need to. That’s why we do our best to see you on the same day as your phone call. Even if we aren’t able to treat you in person immediately, we can provide guidance and advice for dealing with the problem until you can come in. We may even have a telemedicine visit for more one-on-one help. Although going to the emergency room may seem like a good idea in the moment, keep in mind that hospitals rarely have the equipment or training to handle dental emergencies.
What are My Financial Options for a Dental Emergency?
When you’re in pain, the last concern on your mind should be the cost of treatment. At Beach Dental, we want to help make your dental care affordable. To that end, we accept payment through CareCredit, a third-party financier. That way, the total cost is divided into monthly bills that more easily fit into your budget. Don’t hesitate to ask us about the financial options available at our practice.
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