Emergency Dentist in Fond du Lac

Where Is There an Emergency Dental Office Near Me?

Our emergency dentists provide the same comprehensive emergency dental services that we provide on a non-emergency basis, so whatever your emergency dental need, our emergency dentists can help. Our objective is to alleviate your pain, diagnose your dental issue, and help you to prevent its recurrence. If you need an appointment, call emergency dentists in Fond du Lac.

What Does Emergency Dental Care Cover?

Emergency or urgent dental care encompasses any type of dental issue that can worsen or cause permanent damage if not treated promptly. Some are emergencies, while others are less urgent and can wait until regular office hours. Examples include:

1. Dental infections
2. Emergency extractions
3. Emergency repair of a fracture, chip, or crack
4. Pain management from orthodontics
5. Repair of braces or other orthodontic devices that are broken or damaged
6. Restoration of loose or lost fillings or crowns
7. Treatment of pain from decay or an injury
8. Wisdom tooth pain

Emergency dentists also provide the above services during regular office hours.

Do I Really Have an Emergency?

It can be difficult to determine whether your issue is a true emergency or whether it can wait until regular office hours. The following information may help you to decide.

1. Abscessed tooth: You should not have an abscessed tooth. An abscess results from an extended infection that should have been treated. It doesn't occur overnight, so you should not have an abscessed tooth. Since they can be fatal, don't delay seeking “emergency dental care near me” if you have an abscessed tooth. Get in touch with emergency dentists in Fond du Lac without delay.
2. Bruxism: Grinding your teeth at night can damage your tooth enamel as well as your teeth. It can be alleviated with a night guard that should be custom-fitted to your mouth. An over-the-counter model won't work well, so call our Fond du Lac office to schedule a non-emergency appointment. This should be corrected, but doesn't require emergency dental care.
3. Lost or broken crowns or restoration: If your crown or restoration is broken or you've lost it, you should replace it promptly. Restorations are for protection, they're not just for aesthetics, so if your crown or restoration breaks or you lose it, call our Fond du Lac office for an appointment.
4. Broken or fractured tooth: If you have broken or fractured a tooth, cover it with dental wax so it doesn't damage the inside of your mouth. Then, call emergency dentists in Fond du Lac for an immediate appointment.
5. Dental decay: A large cavity can cause a severe toothache and excruciating pain. Since the tooth may have been abscessed, contact our Fond du Lac office, and we'll see you as soon as possible. Severe toothaches can precipitate migraines and other health issues, so call us promptly if you have a severe toothache, and one of our emergency dentists will help you.
6. Fillings: If you have a loose or lost filling, call our emergency dental office for a prompt appointment. Your filling protects your tooth from decay and damage, so it's important to replace it as necessary. Without the protection of the filling, the interior of the tooth can develop an infection.
7. Knocked-out tooth: A knocked-out tooth can often be saved if it's treated promptly. If one or more of your teeth have been knocked out, gather them and any fragments, rinse well with warm water, and replace them in the socket, holding by the crown only. Call the emergency dentists, and we'll see you as quickly as possible. This is an emergency.
8. Orthodontic pain or injury: If your braces or other orthodontic appliance is painful, call our emergency dental care office for an appointment. We'll adjust the fit so that your devices are comfortable and don't damage your mouth. Usually, this isn't an emergency.
9. Sinus pressure: Sinus pressure and tooth pain are connected, so if you have sinus problems that cause tooth pain, call us for an appointment. You may have an infection or an impacted wisdom tooth. This should be treated promptly but may not require emergency dental care.
10. Sensitive teeth: Minor tooth sensitivity isn't usually an emergency, but the sudden onset of severe sensitivity can indicate an infection or a fracture and should be treated without delay.
11. Severe pain or pressure: If you experience a severe, sudden toothache that's accompanied by a fever, earache, fever, the sensation of pressure, or any other symptoms, call our Fond du Lac office immediately.

Remember, pain is subjective, so what is excruciating to one person may not be as intense to another. However, it's your pain, so don't try to be stoic and ignore it.

What About More Serious Injuries?

Get emergency treatment immediately for the following:

• Severe bleeding
• Severe swelling in your face or gums
• Sudden trauma to your face, head, jaw, or teeth

Any of these can indicate a life-threatening issue, so call our Fond du Lac office immediately, or if it's after regular office hours, then go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.

How Much Does Emergency Dental Treatment Cost?

The cost of your emergency dental services will depend on the severity of your injury and the type of treatment required. Most hospitals accept most insurance plans and major credit cards. However, you shouldn't forego urgent dental care due to finances.

The emergency dentists in our emergency dental office accept most insurance plans and most major credit cards. If finances are an issue, we also offer Smile Alliance Club®, which is a dental discount plan that offers substantial savings on routine dental treatments, as well as emergency services. It also provides discounts on various other healthcare items, such as prescriptions and vision services. We have a variety of payment options also, so call us the next time you're looking for, “an emergency dental office near me.”