Emergency Dentist — Covington, LA

Quick Relief for Your Aching Grin

If you didn’t know, dental emergencies often occur when you least expect them. That means you’ll need qualified dentists for treatment should you face one. Luckily, you can trust our stellar dental team for emergency dentistry. We at MoreSMILES Dental Spa will quickly and efficiently help your smile recover. That way, you’ll avoid the time, money, and hassle of an ER visit. If you’d like more details, just keep reading or contact our office soon.

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Why Choose Us for Emergency Dental Care?

Same-Day Appointments Available

Fast & Pain-Relieving Treatment

Oral Conscious Sedation Available

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

While dental emergencies come in many forms, some are more common than others. These “typical” urgent oral issues are ones that occur more often. As such, you should visit our office when you suffer one. Our trained dental team can handle standard dental emergencies. With their help, your smile will be as good as new in short order. So, don’t hesitate to call if you have any of the following:

Toothaches
Chipped Tooth
Cracked Tooth
Sensitivity to Hot & Cold
Knocked-Out Tooth
Lost Filling or Crown
Broken Denture
Loose Tooth
Gums, Lips or Tongue Injury
Jaw Pain or Clenching
Something Stuck Between Teeth
Extractions
Same-Day Treatment

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

Maybe you’re not sure how urgent oral care works. Well, there’s no need to worry; we’ll gladly guide you through our treatment process. With that said, expect these four things from your emergency dental visit:

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

There isn’t a set price structure for treating dental emergencies because the scope of care can range greatly; where some people may only need a simple procedure, others may require more complex treatment like a root canal or tooth replacement. When you visit our dental office, we’ll assess the situation and then provide an estimate based on the specific care you need to restore your oral health.

We mentioned above that there isn’t a flat fee for emergency dentistry. That’s because patients come to our office for same-day care for a wide range of reasons – from a persistent toothache to a completely knocked-out tooth. Even two patients that visit us with the same symptoms might need two different treatments depending on factors like the root of the problem and the extent of the damage. Simply put, when you visit our dental office, we’ll assess the situation and then provide an estimate based on the specific care you need to restore your oral health.

It’s common for dental insurance providers to cover between 50% and 80% of the cost of essential restorative care. Some plans even include other benefits, like a free emergency exam annually. So, don’t hesitate to read through the fine print to see what is and isn’t covered. If that’s proving to be a bit difficult between the lengthy paperwork and the unfamiliar jargon, don’t worry – our team at MoreSmiles Dental Spa would be more than happy to assist you.

Roughly 50% of patients don’t have dental insurance. If you’re one of them, you’ll be happy to know that we offer three other financial solutions. The first is our in-office savings plan, which comes with similar benefits but no red tape, like waiting periods. The second is CareCredit, which is a third-party financier that has helped millions of patients over the years. The third is our periodic special offers, and they are designed to help you get the care you desire at a price you can afford.

Want to save money? Then prioritize preventive care! That starts with your daily habits, like brushing each morning and evening and extends to flossing consistently. You should also visit us every six months so we can periodically examine your teeth and gums as well as clear away harmful plaque and tartar. If you start to experience abnormal symptoms, like pain when biting down, don’t wait until your next appointment either – come in right away so we can pinpoint and treat the root of the problem.

For our Covington dental team, the goal is to protect your smile from harm but be readily available in case you need us. So, don’t hesitate to reach out if you want to learn more about preventive care or schedule an emergency appointment!

TMJ/TMD Therapy

If you experience headaches, neck pain, ringing in ears, lockjaw, or severe jaw joint pain that affects your ability to go about your day-to-day life, visit us for TMJ therapy. TMJ dysfunction is a condition that affects your head/neck muscles and jaw joints’ ability to function. This can occur due to an accident, pressure from grinding and clenching your teeth, or even orthodontic issues. We offer several different customized treatment options to help relieve your pain and discomfort.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

Once you recover from your dental emergency, you definitely don’t want to have to deal with another one. Drs. Moreau and Doyle suggest you take the following precautions:

Brush and floss your teeth properly and consistently to control bacteria growth.
Be cautious when eating foods that are hard, sticky, or difficult to chew.
You should avoid chewing ice or using your teeth to open packages.
If you often play sports, consult us about getting a custom mouthguard. This appliance can prevent dental injuries.

Dental Emergency FAQs

This is likely a sign of infection or inflammation of the tooth. Cavities in the tooth allow air and bacteria to reach the sensitive areas where the pulp is. This ultimately results in irritation and infection of the pulp nerves, resulting in pain. Throbbing tooth pain can also occur if there is any decay present. Throbbing teeth can also be due to grinding and clenching. If you ever experience throbbing tooth pain, don’t hesitate to bring it up to your dentist so it can be addressed.

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