{"id":156,"date":"2022-10-29T23:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-29T23:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/?p=156"},"modified":"2022-11-15T23:52:38","modified_gmt":"2022-11-15T23:52:38","slug":"how-to-find-an-emergency-dentist-when-you-need-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/29\/how-to-find-an-emergency-dentist-when-you-need-one\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Find an Emergency Dentist When You Need One"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_512234371__1___1668556125_29504.jpg\" alt=\"Woman clutching her tooth due to a toothache\" class=\"wp-image-157\" width=\"312\" height=\"208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_512234371__1___1668556125_29504.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_512234371__1___1668556125_29504-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_512234371__1___1668556125_29504-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re suffering from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>, it can be hard to even think straight. Finding a good emergency dentist can be difficult in that state. If you need a little bit of help with that, here\u2019s a guide that could give you some useful information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do I Find an Emergency Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a dentist that you visit for checkups, they probably also offer emergency appointments. Otherwise, simply looking up \u201cemergency dentist near me\u201d will give you plenty of results. If you have insurance, you can also go to your plan\u2019s website to find a list of in-network providers. Look for the one closest to you and give them a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do I Do After Hours?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you call an office after hours, you\u2019ll be directed to their voicemail. Listen carefully, as they\u2019ll usually include instructions for what you should do. Many offices have a separate number you can call in case of an emergency, and they\u2019ll typically have this number on the voicemail line. Be sure to have a pen and paper ready to take note of it. Call the number, and you will be connected to a professional who can give you some advice on what to do until your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the practice doesn\u2019t have an emergency number, leave a voicemail. Give them all your callback information, and then detail exactly what it is you\u2019re feeling. The office will give you a call the next day and schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you can\u2019t stand to wait until tomorrow, go to the emergency room. They won\u2019t be able to diagnose your issue, but they will be able to relieve the pain you\u2019re feeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important things to do in any emergency are to try to stay calm and to take things one step at a time. With your dentist\u2019s help, you\u2019ll be able to address your issue in no time at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>MJM Family &amp; Cosmetic Dentistry knows how hard it can be to deal with a dental emergency, which is why we work to get our patients into our office as quickly as possible. When you arrive, we\u2019ll immediately take you in for an emergency exam and offer relief for whatever pain you\u2019re feeling. Then we\u2019ll begin your customized treatment plan, which we design with an eye toward your comfort at every step of the process. If you need help with a dental emergency, we can be reached at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drmurrayfairfaxva.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at <strong>(703) 934-5540<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you\u2019re suffering from a dental emergency, it can be hard to even think straight. 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