Reasons To Visit a Same Day Dentist

While most people schedule dentist appointments in advance, unforeseen circumstances can require a same-day visit to the dentist. When someone needs to see a dentist the same day for a form of dental trauma, this is typically seen as an emergency dental visit. An emergency dental visit means that the dental issue at hand is quite serious.

Unfortunately, not every dental office is able to offer their patients the ability for them to see a same-day dentist. When this happens, the patient needs to look for another dental office so that they can get the emergency dental care they need. When dental patients are experiencing dental trauma of any kind, a same-day emergency visit is often necessary.

Why see a same-day dentist?

When a dental emergency occurs that makes it necessary for someone to see a dentist as soon as they possibly can, it can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth, or teeth. This makes seeing a dentist on the same day an essential part of the tooth repair process. When someone waits too long to see a dentist after they have experienced oral trauma, the likelihood of the dentist not being able to repair the trauma is a real possibility.

If there happens to be any pain, it is highly likely the pain will not go away, making it truly necessary to see a dentist as soon as possible. Do not delay contacting a dentist when experiencing any form of dental trauma. The sooner one receives treatment, the better.

Three reasons why same day treatments are preferred

While most people are able to get a dentist appointment within a week or so, sometimes there are reasons a same-day dentist appointment is necessary. The following are three reasons why dental patients prefer same day treatments.

1. Because they chipped, fractured, or knocked a tooth out - The sooner we address a lost tooth, the higher the chances of repairing or replacing the tooth.

2. Because they are in pain - Sometimes dental pain can be unbearable, requiring a same-day visit to the dentist for pain relief.

3. Because they have a head injury - The possibility of having a severe head injury is quite real anytime someone experiences dental trauma. If this is the case, the patient will also need a referral to their doctor or local hospital emergency room.

Emergency dentist

If you are currently experiencing any dental trauma and need the services of a same-day dentist, we invite you to call us as soon as possible for advice on your next step. We care about all of our patients and always strive to do our best when it comes to offering top quality emergency dental services.

We completely understand how difficult it can be when anyone experiences a dental emergency, and for that reason, we try to accommodate any urgent care needs as quickly as possible. No matter how small or minor your dental emergency may be, if you have concerns do not hesitate to contact us.