{"id":91,"date":"2026-10-23T04:20:45","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T04:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-10-23T04:20:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T04:20:45","slug":"what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens During an Emergency Dental Visit?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental--300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Woman at her emergency dental visit\" class=\"wp-image-90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental--300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental--768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/what-happens-during-an-emergency-dental-.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you found yourself in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>, you are likely worried about your smile. You want to get the urgent care you need; that way, you can ensure your oral health can go back to normal. Thankfully, your dentist is here to help. You might be curious about what happens during these visits. Here\u2019s a guide on what to expect during these sudden appointments.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #1: Pinpointing the Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you may get worked up during dental emergencies, you should stay calm and call your dentist right away. They will give you specific advice about what you should do until you are in their office. Once you\u2019re there, you will be checked in and taken to your treatment room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your provider will come by and first get you out of pain. They will perform an oral examination and may take X-rays to get a better view of the problem at hand. That way, they can make a proper diagnosis and give you a treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #2: Providing Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on your recommended service, you may be able to get it during the same visit. For instance, if you need a dental filling or a tooth extraction, then they may be completed right away to relieve the issue. Keep in mind that removing a tooth is the last resort; all other steps to save it will first be considered before going this route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Longer, more in-depth procedures may require another visit in the near future to complete. This gives the team enough time to give you the solution you need. If this is the case for you, your dentist will get you out of pain and ensure you stay comfortable until you can come back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #3: Scheduling a Follow-Up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you head out of the office, your dentist will likely want to see you within the next few days or weeks. Having a follow-up can ensure you are healing well or provide you with the treatment you couldn\u2019t get initially. No matter what, this visit can help you feel confident that your smile will be in great shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While you might\u2019ve been nervous about your emergency dental visit, your provider is here to make it as easy as possible. They want to make the process smooth; that way, you can get back a comfortable grin in no time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Experiencing a dental emergency? Our team at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/about-us.html\">Great Lakes Dental Excellence<\/a> is dedicated to helping patients in New Baltimore with these urgent situations by getting you in our chair as soon as possible. Led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/meet-dr-van-de-vyver.html\">Dr. Shawn Van de Vyver<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/meet-dr-debellis.html\">Dr. Nicole DeBellis<\/a>, we get to the bottom of the issue at hand and give you the treatment you need to get relief. If you have any questions, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gldental.com\/contact-us.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at <a href=\"tel:+15867255500\" class=\"pho\">586-725-5500<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you found yourself in a dental emergency, you are likely worried about your smile. You want to get the urgent care you need; that way, you can ensure your oral health can go back to normal. Thankfully, your dentist is here to help. 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