How come we don’t have dental ERs like we do in medical situations?

Sam K. – Maryland

Sam,

While there aren’t really any dental ERs, there are ways to have a dental emergency treated right away. Some dentists make it a point to be available in emergency situations.  Each dentist handles it a little differently. Some will see only patients after hours. But don’t despair if your dentist doesn’t have after hours clinic services.

If it is a true dental emergency, you can generally find a dentist who is willing to see non-established patients. Just google emergency dentist. They will find out what is wrong and get you out of pain. They may not be able to complete treatment for the root of the problem, but you will no longer feel like putting a knife through your head…not that you mentioned that, but I know what dental pain feels like.

This blog is brought to you by Oklahoma City dentist Dr. Don Swearingen.