Dental Emergency? Call Longbranch Dental Center Today!

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A dental emergency can be a scary situation. Don’t panic! If you have lost a filling, cracked or broken a tooth, or had a tooth knocked out, contact Longbranch Dental Center today. We offer same-day appointments for dental emergencies.

If you have experienced any of the following, you may be experiencing a dental emergency:

  • Accidental tooth knockout
  • Cracked tooth
  • Jaw injury
  • Lip or tongue bite with excessive bleeding
  • Loose tooth
  • Lost filling or crown
  • Painful swelling not caused by an injury
  • Sudden toothache

If you have a dental emergency, below are some tips to help care for the tooth until you can see our Greenville dentist:

  • If you have lost a permanent tooth, call our Greenville dental practice immediately. Until your appointment, keep your tooth moist at all times by placing it in-between your cheek and gums, in a glass of milk, or purchase a tooth preservation product.
  • If you have cracked a tooth, immediately rinse your mouth with warm water. This will help clean the area of harmful bacteria. Use a cold compress on your face to help minimize swelling.
  • If you have bitten your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with water. Use a cold compress on the area to minimize swelling.
  • If you experience a toothache, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean any bacteria from the area. Gently floss to remove any food caught between the teeth.
  • For toothaches, rinse the mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss to remove any food caught between the teeth. Do not put aspirin on the aching tooth or gum tissues.

Don’t put off going to the dentist if you are in pain or experiencing any of the above symptoms. Our Greenville emergency dentist can quickly diagnose the problem and recommend the best treatment plan to get you out of pain and back to enjoying your daily activities.

 

Maximize Your Dental Benefits Before It’s Too Late

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Use It or Lose It – Don’t let your 2016 dental benefits go to waste

The end of the year is quickly approaching, and time is running out to use any dental benefits before they expire on December 31. As you make your list, and check it twice, remember to call Greenville family dentist Longbranch Dental Center today and schedule an appointment.

Understanding Dental Insurance

Have you heard the term “deductible” but aren’t sure exactly what this means? A deductible is the amount of money you must pay out-of-pocket before the insurance provider will cover all or a portion of the cost of treatment or services. For example, if your deductible is $500 and you’ve spent $400 so far this year, and you need a root canal, now is the time to schedule the procedure. Your out-of-pocket expenses will be much less than if you wait until January, when you have to start over to meet the $500 deductible.

Don’t Waste Your Preventive Care Services

Most dental benefit plans cover all, or a large portion of, preventive services. This includes twice-yearly teeth cleanings, exam, and x-rays. Did you remember to schedule your 6-month cleaning at your last appointment? If not, contact Longbranch Dental Center in Greenville today to schedule a cleaning before  the end of the year. This not only helps keep your mouth clean and healthy, you won’t be wasting your benefits that you’ve been paying for all year.

Start A Treatment in 2016 and Complete A Treatment in 2017

If you need dental work completed that requires multiple visits, such as a dental implant or a dental bridge and crown, you can maximize your dental benefits across the two calendar years. If you are close to meeting your maximum, or have met your deductible, you can have part of the treatment completed in November or December. You can complete the treatment in January or February, which will help you to reach your deductible more quickly.

Call Us Today

If you have been putting off any dental work, contact Longbranch Dental Center in Greenville today. We can help you understand your dental benefits and explain how you can get the most of of your insurance coverage. Start 2017 with a healthy and beautiful smile!