Emergency Pediatric Dentist — Rome, GA

How We Treat Dental Emergencies

Your child may feel nervous if they’ve never had urgent oral care. Still, you can rest easy; we’ve listed a quick rundown of how it works. So, here are some things to expect from a pediatric emergency dental visit:

• A Same-Day Appointment – When you contact us, explain your child’s situation as best you can. We’ll then book them for the earliest available appointment. (In fact, this slot could be a same-day visit!) If you’d like, our staff can offer first-aid tips over the phone during the wait.
• An Emergency Exam – Once your child arrives for the visit, Dr. Weldon and her team will perform an emergency exam. (This examination may include dental X-rays.) This step helps us learn the source and extent of the problem. Of course, it also confirms how we can relieve your kiddo’s pain.
• A Review of Findings – Dr. Weldon will share her findings with you after the exam. She’ll then suggest relevant services for your child. Depending on your feedback, we’ll draft a suitable treatment plan.
• Top-Quality Care – Following the given treatment plan, our team will address your child’s issue. You can also trust their efforts – they’re highly trained and experienced! They’ll do an excellent job, whether the solution is a dental filling, pulp therapy, or something else. So, your child will get a pain-free smile in short order.

The Most Common Dental Emergencies

Though dental emergencies vary, some kinds happen more often than others. Therefore, your child should see us if they suffer one. Our practice can fix many common (yet urgent) oral issues. So, don’t hesitate to contact us right away for help. We can help kids through any of the following problems:

Understanding the Cost of Dental Emergencies

In itself, your child’s emergency visit won’t be pricey (this covers the oral exam and treatment suggestions). The actual cost of their care, however, will depend on their unique needs. Different emergency services have varying expenses. So, see us quickly before the problem worsens and needs extensive work. If you’d like to learn more on the topic of price, then continue reading!

Why Every Kid’s Dental Emergency is Different

While one child may be visiting our Rome pediatric dentist because of persistent dental sensitivity, the next may be coming in for a last-minute appointment because they knocked-out a tooth during football practice. In fact, even two children visiting us because of a painful toothache may require different treatments. In short, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to emergency dentistry – how we intervene will depend on your child’s unique dental needs.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Pediatric Dental Emergencies?

Dental insurance providers may cover the emergency exam, a portion of the cost of the necessary restorative care, or both! The only way to find out is to read through the fine print. Of course, that’s sometimes easier said than done with the unfamiliar jargon, which is why we recommend calling your provider directly or asking our Rome dental team for help. We’ll do our best to make the process of utilizing the available benefits a breeze.

Other Options for Making Pediatric Dental Emergencies Affordable

Dental insurance isn’t the only way to make pediatric dental care more affordable; we also welcome flexible financing with CareCredit! With this financial solution, you don’t have to pay for the entire cost of your child’s care at once. Instead, you can choose a payment plan that works for you, and space out the cost over the course of several months. If you would like additional details about CareCredit, you can give us a call. If you’re ready to sign up, you can do so through our website!

How Taking Care Of Your Child’s Smile Can Save You Money

Remember, some dental emergencies can be prevented. That’s why we encourage parents and their children to implement good habits, like brushing twice a day, wearing a mouthguard during sports, and getting a checkup and cleaning twice a year. This dramatically reduces the chances of your little one developing a cavity, damaging a restoration, or knocking out a tooth while participating in sports. We’re covering more ways to protect your child’s smile from harm in the next section, but you’re also welcome to get in touch with us if you’d like additional information on the topic!

How to Prevent Pediatric Dental Emergencies

Naturally, preventing a dental emergency is better than managing one. (The former scenario involves much less time and money.) Given this fact, teach your child good oral health habits early. Taking the right precautions makes them less likely to have urgent oral issues. In particular, make sure your kids:

• Brush their teeth twice daily
• Floss between their teeth once daily
• Rinse often with fluoridated mouthwash
• Wear a mouthguard when playing sports