Whether you chipped a tooth or are experiencing an excruciating toothache, our team at Palm Dental Professionals will jump into action to help restore your comfort and oral health. We’re proud to offer same-day appointments to our patients to ensure you don’t have to deal with pain and discomfort for any longer than necessary. Give us a call immediately if you believe you’re experiencing a dental emergency in Jupiter.
As soon as you call our office, our team will try to fit you into our schedule the same day, especially if you’re in pain. When you arrive, we’ll capture any necessary diagnostic images and one of our emergency dentists in Jupiter will outline a treatment plan for you based on your diagnosis. Once you agree with our recommended course of action, our front desk staff will get with you to schedule any necessary follow-up appointments or procedures before you leave.
Dental emergencies come in all shapes, sizes, and severities. We want you to feel confident in what actions to take if you’re experiencing an oral health symptom that’s unusual. Regardless of how much pain you’re experiencing, we always encourage you to call our office to speak with our dental professionals who can help you decide the safest and best way to proceed. Below, we’ve also included a list of some of the most common dental emergencies that we treat for your reference.
When it comes to emergency dentistry, patients are often concerned about two things: pain and price. In this next section, we’re going to cover important information on the latter, including if dental insurance typically covers a portion of the cost. As always, you can give our team at Palm Dental Professionals a call if you would like to schedule an appointment, ask a question, or learn more about the financial solutions we offer.
If you are looking for an exact price, you won’t find that information online. After all, each dental emergency is unique! In order to provide you with an estimate of the cost we need to know important information, like the type of dental injury you’ve sustained, how severe it is, and which treatment (or treatments) is necessary. Rest assured, we won’t leave you in the dark at your appointment. Instead, we will provide you with an estimate of the cost, share how we got to that number, and review the financial solutions available to ensure it’s as affordable as possible.
Dental insurance plans vary, so there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. What we can tell you, however, is that many providers cover between 50% and 80% of the cost of essential restorative care. Plus, some include benefits, like a complimentary emergency exam each year. So, take a look at your coverage – you might be pleasantly surprised!
Note: If you need any help navigating the ins and outs of your benefits, let us know! We’re in-network with a few PPO dental insurance plans, and we welcome out-of-network ones as well.
Are you currently uninsured? Don’t let that stop you from scheduling an emergency exam! We happily offer two alternatives in an effort to make maintaining, restoring, and enhancing your smile affordable:
Usually, patients don’t think twice about emergency dentistry until they wind up in our treatment chair with a decayed, cracked, or otherwise damaged tooth. The good news is that dental injuries like these can often be prevented with the right best practices in place. That includes brushing twice a day, avoiding tobacco products, and scheduling an appointment with our Jupiter dental team when you first notice abnormal symptoms, like pain when biting down.
When you need us – whether it’s because of a minor toothache or a completely knocked-out tooth – you can have peace of mind knowing our Jupiter dental team is here to help. That said, we want to give you the tools you need to protect your teeth and gums from harm to begin with too. With this in mind, keep reading to learn a few ways you can reduce your risk of a dental emergency.
Common oral health problems, like cavities, can develop under the radar. By the time you begin experiencing pain, your tooth has sustained serious damage. That’s why it’s so important to schedule a dental exam twice a year! We use these appointments to catch tooth decay, periodontal disease, and the like early on – before you’re hurting. Plus, we use the tools we have at our office to gently clear away plaque, preventing trouble in the future too.
Another important step you need to take is implementing a solid oral hygiene regimen at home. The first step? Using fluoridated toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush to brush your teeth each morning and evening. Each night, floss and rinse with an ADA-approved mouthwash for 30-60 seconds. This will help prevent everything from tooth decay to plaque buildup and bad breath.
Enjoying ice cream, potato chips, and other treats from time to time is certainly okay. It’s over-indulging that’s the problem. This dramatically increases your risk of dental damage, which is why we encourage our patients to keep sugary and starchy foods to a minimum. Instead, focus on filling your plate with foods that benefit your oral health, like lean proteins, fresh fruits, and raw vegetables.
There’s a common misconception that you only need to wear a mouthguard if you play football, wrestle, or participate in another contact sport. In reality, your teeth can get damaged during non-contact sports as well, like riding your bike. So, it’s important that you wear one, even if it seems unnecessary.
Important note: Grinding/clenching your teeth at night can also lead to chips and cracks in your enamel. So, if you don’t already have one, talk to our Jupiter dental team about having a custom nightguard made!
If you’re having trouble opening a bag of chips with your hands, or you want to remove plastic wrapping but the scissors aren’t within reach, you might be tempted to use your teeth. However, your teeth are not meant to be used as tools! Doing so can lead to serious dental damage, which is why it’s important not to get in the habit of using your teeth to open packages.
Taking OTC pain medication 30 minutes before bed, using a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time, and keeping your head elevated while you sleep will help immensely. Of course, these are just short-term measures. To alleviate your sensitivity, soreness, or discomfort in the long-term, you need to come to our Jupiter dental office so we can pinpoint and treat the root of the problem.
If you’ve been dealing with abnormal dental symptoms, like a sharp, stabbing pain when biting down, but then your symptoms seemingly go away overnight, schedule an emergency exam with us ASAP. This is important because the change is usually the result of an infection “killing” the nerve of the tooth, rendering it unable to register pain. It’s only a matter of time until your surrounding teeth and gums are negatively impacted as well, so don’t wait – get in touch with us right away.
Since popping a dental abscess on your own will cause the bacteria to spread and irritate the area further, we strongly advise against it. If you notice there is a pimple-like bump on your gums, then get in touch with us to schedule an emergency exam. At your appointment, we can carefully open and drain the abscess, ensuring all of the pus is safely removed in the process.
Yes, even if your tooth has a minor chip, you should visit your Jupiter dentist. This is important because there’s a chance that your tooth will break further. Not only that, but there’s an increased risk of an infection developing, which we want to avoid.
The three most common causes of chronic jaw pain are nighttime teeth grinding, impacted wisdom teeth, and TMJ dysfunction. The easiest way to find out what’s causing yours is by scheduling an exam. Once we learn a bit more about your symptoms, review your X-rays, and conduct an oral exam, we can determine both the root of the problem and the best solution.
Remember, tooth decay, periodontal disease, and other common oral health issues will only get worse if left untreated. That’s why we recommend scheduling an appointment with us when you first notice that something is wrong: it’s the best thing for your smile and your wallet! Once we determine which restorative treatments are needed, we can review the financial solutions we welcome, including dental insurance and CareCredit flexible financing. We also offer our own membership plan, which includes an emergency exam. In other words, we do our part to make sure that the cost won’t be a stressor so you can focus simply on getting the care you need.
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