The fact is that dental emergencies can happen at any time or place. When you least expect it, you or a family member may suffer a chipped tooth, have teeth knocked out, or worse. Our dental office has a quick and clear response to this reality: emergency dentistry here in Independence. With Dr. Garner’s help, we’ll provide urgent care right when you need it. Get the relevant details below or book a same-day or weekend visit now!
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Why Choose Justin Garner Dentistry, LLC for Emergency Dentistry?
How We Treat Dental Emergencies
- Same-Day Visit – We’ll set your visit for the earliest possible time once you call. In fact, we’ll likely see you the very same day. Our staff will share first-aid tips over the phone while you wait for the appointment.
- Emergency Exam – When you arrive, Dr. Garner will first perform an emergency oral exam on your mouth. Doing so confirms the source of your problem and how to relieve your pain.
- Review of Findings – Dr. Garner will share his findings with you after the initial exam. At that point, he’ll also suggest suitable procedures and draft a treatment plan with your feedback.
- Proper Dental Care – We’ll quickly address your oral issue(s). Whether the solution you need is a dental crown, filling, root canal, or something else, we’ll make sure your smile is restored and healed.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
All sorts of dental emergencies can happen, but some kinds occur more often than others. Call us immediately if you face one of these “typical” sorts. Thanks to our dental team’s training and experience, we can handle all kinds of dental emergencies. You should always reach out when you suffer any of the following.
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
We have some good news for you: there are several things you can do to protect your smile from harm, reducing your chances of sustaining a serious dental injury. Read on to learn a few examples, starting with the importance of visiting Dr. Justin Garner every six months for a checkup!
Visit Your Dentist Twice a Year
Remember, biannual dental visits aren’t optional. Quite the opposite; they play an important role in keeping your teeth healthy, your gums infection-free, and any existing dental work you have in good condition. So, if it’s been longer than six months since your last visit to our Independence office, now is the perfect time to get your next appointment on the calendar!
Maintain Good Oral Hygiene At Home
Brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash consistently won’t just help keep your breath fresh; it will also reduce your risk of cavities, gum disease, plaque build-up, and the like. That’s why it’s so important to commit to good oral hygiene habits – even if you have to wake up earlier than usual or you’re tired after a long day.
Stick to a Nutritious Diet Most of the Time
While you don’t have to completely eliminate sugar from your diet to keep your smile healthy, it is a good idea to eat well-balanced meals the majority of the time. After all, foods like broccoli, apples, and carrots are packed with the nutrients your body needs to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Tip: Exercise caution with candy canes, lollipops, hard pretzels, and other extremely crunchy foods since they can lead to a serious chip or crack in your enamel.
Wear a Mouthguard During Sports
Whether you enjoy playing frisbee with your friends, you like starting your morning with a run, or you like lifting weights to stay active, you need to wear a mouthguard. Otherwise, your teeth are vulnerable to serious harm from an accidental frisbee to the face, a bad fall, or chronic grinding/clenching. If you don’t have one already, give us a call instead of buying a one-size-fits-all one online. That way, it’s the appropriate thickness, it fits comfortably, and it effectively protects your teeth from considerable impact.
Break Bad Habits
In addition to not using tobacco products, we recommend not chewing on ice cubes, biting your nails, or using your teeth as tools to open things. Remember, habits like these can lead to serious dental damage – from chips that leave your teeth vulnerable to infections to cracks that cannot be repaired, and, therefore, require the tooth to be extracted.