Emergency Dentist – Rio Rancho, NM 

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

Your first move in any emergency should be to call our dental office. We’ll help you find relief from your pain and protect your smile with the following steps:

• Same-Day Appointment: After giving you first aid tips, we’ll arrange to see you as soon as possible, ideally, on the same day as your call. Weekend emergency appointments are also available if necessary.
• Comprehensive Exam: We’ll only be able to treat your emergency once we fully understand what it is. By taking X-rays and examining your teeth and gums closely, we’ll narrow down the cause of the problem and determine just how serious it is.
• Discussing Our Findings: Once we have a grasp of the situation, we’ll let you know what we found. The available treatment options will be explained to you, along with relevant information such as the costs involved or the normal treatment timeline.
• Get the Care You Need: The actual treatment will depend on the nature of your emergency, and our team will take whatever steps are necessary to return you to your routine in a timely manner.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

After we’ve developed a treatment plan, we can determine the cost of care and give you an estimate to help you make an informed decision. Our number one priority is always to stop your pain and protect your long-term oral health, so you can depend on us to be fully transparent about what treatments are truly needed and how much you can expect to pay for them. We’re also more than happy to answer any questions about your dental insurance or financing.

Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies

Not every emergency can be predicted or avoided but taking preventive measures to protect your mouth can still reduce your risk of needing to make an urgent dental appointment. Steps you can take include:

• Eating smile-friendly foods while avoiding sugary or starchy snacks.
• Not chewing on sticky or hard objects.
• Avoiding bad oral habits such as chewing fingernails.
• Visiting our dental office every six months for preventive care.
• Maintaining a good at-home oral hygiene routine.