During an emergency dental appointment, your problem will be addressed with the proper treatment. Your dentist will take the proper steps to diagnose the issue and then either complete the procedure or provide emergency medication.
At your emergency appointment, you will be asked about your medical and dental history. Your dentist may then take some x-rays. Using this information, and that gathered during their visual examination, your dentist will form a diagnosis. If time permits, the dentist may provide same day treatment. If there is not time, the dentist will prescribe medication to ensure your comfort until a time when treatment can be completed.
During the procedure, the dentist will use an anesthetic to numb the patient’s tooth and eliminate the pain of the procedure.
Next, the treatment begins. The process varies depending on the condition the patient is suffering from.
When necessary, the dentist will provide the patient with medications. These medications often help with pain management. Others help fight infections.
Lastly, your dentist will advise about aftercare and recovery. The dentist also may schedule a follow-up appointment.