Emergency Dentistry – Sparks, NV
Fast, Pain-Relieving Care When You Need It the Most
At Vista Dental Care, we’re here whenever our patients need us. If you or one of your loved ones is experiencing a dental emergency in Sparks or one of our surrounding communities, we will likely be able to see you on the same day you contact us for emergency treatment. During these urgent care appointments, we’ll begin by working with you to relieve pain. Then, we’ll create a personalized dental restoration plan to fully renew your smile. You may not be able to plan for every dental emergency, but for patients of Vista Dental Care, you can count on our team to provide fast, effective emergency dentistry in Sparks.
Why Choose Vista Dental Care for Emergency Dentistry?
- Same-Day Emergency Dental Appointments
- Affordable In-Office Dental Membership Plan
- Advanced & Precise Diagnostic Technology
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
- Come in for an Examination: After calling our office, our team will schedule a same-day appointment for you to get you out of pain as soon as possible. We’ll also provide you with helpful over-the-phone first aid guidance. Once you arrive, our team will capture any necessary X-rays and Dr. Thomas or Dr. Avendano will examine your teeth and gums.
- Have a Treatment Plan Created: Based on the findings of your examination by your emergency dentist in Sparks, our team will draw up a treatment plan for you and walk you through it. This will include what you can expect from the procedure, any cost-related details, and other important information. Our team will also answer any questions you may have.
- Schedule & Complete Treatment: Once you agree to move forward with our recommended treatment plan and all of your questions have been addressed, our team may conduct the treatment the same day if it’s minor, or we’ll need to schedule another visit for as soon as possible.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
If you’re experiencing toothache pain or have a damaged tooth, you are likely in need of urgent dental care. It’s always best to call our team, even if you’re not sure that your situation requires emergency care. The sooner we begin repairing your damaged smile the better. Some of the common dental emergencies we see include:
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
It’s nearly impossible to give you a price estimate on how much it will cost to treat your dental emergency without coming in to see us first. This is because every emergency situation is different. Your treatment might range from a simple round of antibiotics to a more complex procedure like a root canal or even a tooth extraction. It all depends on the severity of your emergency. No matter how much your situation ends up costing, we will work with you to file insurance claims on your behalf so that you don’t have to lift a finger. If you don’t have dental insurance, we accept payments through third-party options like CareCredit and Lending Club.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
You may not always be able to prevent dental emergencies, but there are some ways you can dramatically decrease your risk of experiencing emergency dental damage. Some easy ways to avoid dental emergencies include the following:
- Brush and floss your teeth each day and visit our team twice a year for checkups
- Wear nightguards as directed to avoid damage for nighttime teeth grinding and clenching
- Use sportsguards to tooth damage due to sports related facial trauma
- Do not chew on ice, fingernails, pen caps, or other hard objects
- Do not use your teeth as tools to open packages or crack nuts
Emergency Dentistry FAQs
Will I need a root canal?
Again, this question is impossible to answer without first examining your mouth. However, the chances are high that you might need a root canal if your emergency involves a serious toothache or extreme dental sensitivity. A root canal will remove the infected or damaged nerve from your tooth, so you won’t feel pain there anymore. The procedure itself is not painful in the slightest. In fact, many patients say that it feels no more uncomfortable than getting a simple filling, and it actually relieves their pain. So, there is no need to worry if you do end up needing a root canal.
What should I do if my child knocks out a baby tooth?
Treat the situation the same as if they had dislodged a permanent tooth. Gently pick up the tooth by the crown, not the root, and keep it moist. If at all possible, place it back in the socket, making sure it’s facing the correct direction. If not, have your child place the tooth between their cheek and gums until they can see their emergency dentist in Sparks. We may decide to re-implant the tooth, or we may not, depending on a few factors, like your child’s age and how close they were to losing the tooth naturally.
Can I reattach a lost crown by myself?
We would not recommend trying to reattach a crown by yourself. Instead, we suggest calling us as soon as you can. While a lost dental crown is not necessarily as severe an emergency as a knocked-out tooth or an extreme toothache, it is imperative that you get treatment within a few days, as your tooth underneath the crown is now more vulnerable to decay and injury. You can use dental cement or sugar-free chewing gum to reattach the crown, but keep in mind that this is only a temporary solution, and that you should see your emergency dentist in Sparks as soon as you can for a permanent reattachment.
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