{"id":109,"date":"2022-08-09T00:40:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-09T00:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/blog\/?p=109"},"modified":"2022-09-19T00:41:14","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T00:41:14","slug":"6-tips-to-find-an-emergency-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/blog\/?p=109","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips to Find an Emergency Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-110 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/emergency-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with hand on face at dentist\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/emergency-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/emergency.jpg 394w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>No one ever expects a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> to affect them, but it\u2019s quite common. 1 in 6 Americans has a dental emergency annually. If you aren\u2019t prepared for the unexpected, you might find yourself scrambling to find a dentist when every minute matters. Don\u2019t panic. Here\u2019s how to find an emergency dentist in a hurry.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steps to Find an Emergency Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any emergency, time is of the utmost importance. You don\u2019t want to wait until your semi-annual appointment to have a toothache addressed. Whether you\u2019ve knocked out a tooth, lost a restoration, or have another issue requiring immediate attention, it\u2019s best to find a dentist right away. Although there isn\u2019t any shortage of dental practices, you don\u2019t want to pick the first Google listing. Instead, it\u2019s better to take a few minutes to find the right dentist for you using 6 tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Ask Friends and Family for Recommendations<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact your friends or loved ones to ask for recommendations. You\u2019ll have a short list of potential dental offices that might suit your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li><strong>Look at Hours and Location<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t want to spend an hour driving to a dentist when you\u2019re in pain. Look for one that\u2019s nearby and offers same-day appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\"><li><strong>Check Education and Qualifications<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>No one has time for an unplanned trip to their dentist. You don\u2019t want to lose more time by being referred to another location. Review the dentist\u2019s training and qualifications to ensure they can provide the services you need in-house, like root canal therapy or tooth extractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\"><li><strong>Look at Payment Options<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Your financial situation should never stand in your way of getting the care you need. Check if the dentist accepts your dental insurance to offset your out-of-pocket responsibility. Look for any additional payment options to keep your treatment affordable, like third-party financing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\"><li><strong>Read Reviews and Testimonials<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Read any online reviews to learn more about the quality of care and the results you can expect.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\"><li><strong>Contact the Emergency Dentist<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After you\u2019ve found a dentist, contact their office and explain the situation. They\u2019ll walk you through first aid over the phone while scheduling you for an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After addressing any pain and assessing your mouth, they\u2019ll create a personalized treatment plan to rehabilitate your smile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact an Emergency Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No one is prepared for a dental emergency to interrupt their day, but don\u2019t put off seeing a dentist. Waiting too long can cause a minor issue to turn into a big problem that may require an extraction to resolve.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your emergency dentist will help you through the stressful situation. They\u2019ll provide the comfortable, quick care you need so you can get back to more important matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Travis A. Markel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Markel <\/a>earned his dental degree from the University of Texas Health and Science Center and has continued his education in all aspects of dentistry. He has the qualifications and a reputation you can trust to treat complex oral health issues. If you need a dentist quickly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernoaksdentaltyler.com\/contact.html\">contact our office<\/a> today for an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one ever expects a dental emergency to affect them, but it\u2019s quite common. 1 in 6 Americans has a dental emergency annually. If you aren\u2019t prepared for the unexpected, you might find yourself scrambling to find a dentist when every minute matters. Don\u2019t panic. 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