Emergency Dentist — Austin, TX
Get Your Urgent Dental Issue Treated Today!
When you’re facing a dental emergency, the last thing you should do is put off treatment. Instead, book a visit with Dr. Ifraitekh as soon as possible – he’ll get your smile back on track quickly! Whether you have a toothache or a dental infection, he and the rest of Snow Dental will ensure your condition doesn’t get worse. In fact, we’ll do everything we can to make your grin healthy and pretty again. So, don’t hesitate – call our office today and get an appointment on your schedule.
Why Choose Us for Emergency Dental Care?
- Same-Day Appointments Available
- Provides Sedation Options for Nervous Patients
- Dentist Experienced in Oral Surgery
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
If you’re unsure of how emergency dental care works, don’t panic; our office will give you a quick summary. To that end, here are some things to expect at your emergency visit:
- A Same-Day Appointment – Once you call us, we’ll book your appointment for the earliest time possible. We could well see you the very same day! As you wait for the visit, our staff will also provide first-aid tips over the phone.
- An Emergency Exam – After you arrive at our office, our team will do a quick emergency exam. This step lets us learn the source and extent of your issue. Plus, it confirms how best to relieve your pain.
- A Review of Findings – Following the exam, our dentists will review their findings with you. They’ll even suggest potential procedures. Based on your response, we’ll then draft a custom treatment plan just for you. (This plan will explain the price and timeline before the procedure.)
- Needed Care – Whatever your oral problem, our team will quickly fix it. That means your smile will be gleaming and pain-free in no time. Whether you need a filling, crown, root canal therapy, or something else, you can count on us.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
When a dental emergency occurs, the first thing you should do is give our dental office a call. This way, you can get helpful advice on managing your dental emergency as well as schedule an appointment as soon as possible, ideally for the same day. The steps you’ll need to take will vary depending on the type of emergency you’re experiencing. Below, we’ve listed important steps to take next should you experience a toothache, a knocked-out tooth, or a similar dental emergency.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
Providing an exact cost for your dental emergency treatment can be difficult until we’ve had a chance to examine your dental issue more closely. For example, an aching tooth could be caused by decay, which only requires a detailed cleaning and placement of a dental filling. However, more serious issues may need a full-blown crown or root canal therapy, which costs more. Either way, the care you receive should never be put off because it only lets your dental issue become worse and likely more expensive.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
As you’d expect, it’s better to prevent a dental emergency than to manage one. Luckily, most urgent oral issues can be avoided with good oral health practices. By following them diligently, you’ll greatly reduce your risk for most dental problems – tooth decay, cavities, infections, etc. If you’re not sure where to begin, then read on!
Visit Your Dentist Every Six Months
Regular dental visits are important for several reasons. The first is that plaque and tartar can’t be removed with the tools you have at home, so we need to conduct routine cleanings to keep your teeth and gums healthy. The second is that many dental problems, including cracks in your enamel, can develop for weeks or months without any symptoms. Your biannual visits to our office ensure we can catch (and treat) dental damage like this ASAP.
Maintain Good Oral Hygiene At Home
Of course, taking good care of your teeth is crucial too. We strongly recommend brushing twice a day (every day) as well as flossing and rinsing with an antimicrobial mouthwash consistently. It’s also important to commit to other good oral hygiene habits at home, like changing your toothbrush every three months, not using mouthwash or toothpaste that has expired, and cleaning your toothbrush holder periodically.
Stick to a Nutritious Diet
Although hard pretzels, croutons, almonds, and similar foods have a satisfying crunch, they can lead to a serious chip or crack. That’s why it’s important to exercise caution or avoid them altogether. It’s equally as important not to over-indulge on foods and drinks that are loaded with added sugar since they can quickly lead to decay. In short, eating nutrient-dense foods and drinking water will go a long way when it comes to keeping your smile happy and healthy.
Wear a Nightguard to Protect Your Teeth
Do you often wake up in the morning with a sore jaw? Do you deal with headaches when you wake up? If so, you might be unintentionally grinding or clenching your teeth at night. Fortunately, we have a simple solution: a custom nightguard. Not only will this dental device alleviate symptoms like these, but they will also protect your teeth from chips, cracks, and other damage.
Break Bad Habits
There are a few bad habits we recommend breaking in an effort to reduce your chances of experiencing a dental emergency, like using your teeth to tear open plastic wrapping. You also shouldn’t bite your nails, chew on ice cubes, or put your pen or pencil in your mouth.
Important note: Using tobacco products can also wreak havoc on your oral health. So, if you smoke, there’s no time like the present to quit! If that’s proven to be difficult in the past, don’t hesitate to ask us for recommendations at your next appointment; we may be able to help.
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