Emergency Dentist – Long Island City, NY
We Accommodate Dental Emergencies Fast
Dental emergencies can be sudden and frightening – what’s worse is that they always seem to happen at the most inconvenient times possible for patients and their families. If you’re experiencing a severe oral injury and/or pain and are located in the greater Long Island City area, don’t hesitate to contact LIC Dental Associates. We make time for emergency dentistry in Long Island City as soon as possible. With a team of highly qualified dentists standing by, even specialty care is never far away when you need it most.
Why Choose LIC Dental Associates for Emergency Dentistry?
- Same-Day Appointments Available
- Dedicated Team of Specialists
- Compassionate & Friendly Staff
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
- Same-Day Appointment: Whenever possible, we’ll see you on the same day that you call our office with an urgent dental issue. While you’re waiting for your appointment, be sure to follow any first-aid advice provided by our team.
- Emergency Exam: Before anything else, we’ll need to complete an examination of your mouth. This will allow us to identify what’s causing the problem. It will also give us an idea of how severe your dental emergency truly is.
- Review Findings: We will explain what we found during our examination and make sure that you understand what’s going on inside your mouth. After that, we will give you our recommendations for treatment.
- Get the Care You Need: Emergency dental care can involve a wide number of treatments, from a dental crown to a root canal treatment to a tooth extraction. Whatever your smile needs, you can count on us to do whatever it takes to resolve your pain and protect the health of your smile.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
Some dental emergencies are the result of accidents and facial trauma while others are caused by oral care neglect. Regardless of what kind of emergency you’re suffering from, our team will work quickly to figure out the best method of treatment. Check below to see some of the emergencies that we can help you with.
Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies
While you’ll naturally want to know how much you can expect to pay for emergency dental treatment as soon as possible, an estimate can only be created once our dental team has completed an examination of your mouth and learned more about the specifics of your case. We’ll always be transparent about the cost of any treatments that we recommend, and we offer a number of ways to make paying for your care easier.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
While we’re more than ready to provide care should a dental emergency strike, we would much rather help our patients avoid urgent oral health issues altogether whenever possible. We highly recommend taking the following steps to lower your risk for dental emergencies:
- Brush your teeth twice every day.
- Make flossing a daily habit.
- Visit our dental office at least two times a year for preventive care.
- Do not tear open packages with your teeth.
- Do not bite down on overly hard foods like peppermints.
Root Canals
Root canal treatment may have a “scary” reputation, but truthfully, this procedure can be a saving grace for patients with advanced dental infections. Our dentists will carefully access the affected tooth’s inner chamber with special instruments and remove diseased pulp and bacteria from within, replacing it with a safe, biocompatible substitute. This procedure has a success rate of over 95%, and many treated teeth are able to remain safely in patients’ smiles for years to come.
Tooth Extractions
Extracting one or more natural teeth is never an ideal outcome for our doctors – we strive to preserve healthy dental structures whenever possible for each valued patient. However, there are situations where this approach is best for your health and safety, such as when advanced tooth decay or a traumatic injury has occurred. Rest assured that we will handle this procedure as smoothly as possible, providing sedation dentistry when necessary to help the patient feel genuinely at ease. If the extracted tooth or teeth require replacement, our experts can start this process immediately so that any time spent without a complete, confident smile is very minimal.
Dental Emergency FAQs
When Should I Go to the Emergency Room Versus the Dentist’s Office?
Anytime you are experiencing continual bleeding, increased swelling that will not go down, or you have a fractured or broken jaw, it is best if you get to your local emergency room for immediate medical assistance. Otherwise, your emergency dentist will be the best person to treat your problem. Here’s why:
- You will have a shorter wait time.
- Dentists are licensed and have the educational and professional background and knowledge to treat both the symptoms and the root cause.
- You will receive start-to-finish care that includes a personalized treatment plan for improving your smile.
What If My Toothache Goes Away? Should I Still Make an Appointment?
A toothache can arise for a variety of reasons. If something is stuck between your teeth and can be dislodged at home with dental floss, it is likely the pain will go away, and you will be fine to resume your normal activities. However, if nothing is lodged between your teeth and your toothache still goes away after a few days, it is best if you schedule an appointment to see us. Our dental team can examine your smile to determine if there might be an underlying issue that should be remedied quickly.
What Can I Do to Better Manage Pain in the Meantime?
If you’re waiting to get in to see one of our dental experts, there are a few things you can do at home to manage the pain you’re experiencing. First, make sure to take an over-the-counter pain reliever. Second, apply an ice pack or cold compress to the problem area. This will not only decrease any discomfort you’re feeling but also reduce swelling.
How Will I Know If Insurance Will Cover My Emergency?
Most dental insurance companies are willing and able to cover your dental emergency, but it does often depend on the type of restorative care you need to fix the problem. You’ll need to review your policy to find out how much your insurance company will agree to pay as well as how much your out-of-pocket expenses will be. In most cases, insurers will cover between 70-80% of minor services (i.e. fillings) and 50-70% of major services (i.e. dental crowns, root canals).
If you are unsure what to ask or how to go about finding out if you are covered, let a member of our dental staff help. We can assist in getting the answers you need while making sure your out-of-pocket expenses remain low.
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