{"id":136,"date":"2020-10-28T01:59:32","date_gmt":"2020-10-28T01:59:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jonesandknightdds.com\/blog\/?p=136"},"modified":"2026-02-18T16:10:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T16:10:45","slug":"5-factors-to-consider-when-choosing-a-good-emergency-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/5-factors-to-consider-when-choosing-a-good-emergency-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Good Emergency Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/5-factors-to-consider-when-choosing-a-good-emergency-dentist\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Toothache__1598919526_14070.jpg\" alt=\"Man experiencing dental emergency\" class=\"wp-image-137\" width=\"304\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Toothache__1598919526_14070.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Toothache__1598919526_14070-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Toothache__1598919526_14070-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies never seem to happen at a convenient time,\nwhich can leave you flustered, not knowing what to do. Whether you\u2019re dealing\nwith a sports injury or a toothache that is keeping you from doing your work,\nyou need help as soon as you can. Having an emergency dentist that you can\ncontact during this time can make a huge difference in the timeliness and\nquality of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency\ntreatment<\/a>. Continue reading to learn about what you need to look for when\nchoosing the right emergency dentist for your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The closer the clinic, the better! If your tooth has been\nknocked out, you don\u2019t want to have to drive all the way across town to get the\ntreatment you need. That just means more wasted time. Check the location of the\nemergency dentist to ensure that it is a convenient enough place for you to get\nto when you are in a hurry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting emergency dental care shouldn\u2019t mean that you need\nto break the bank. Ahead of time, check to ensure that they accept your dental insurance.\nIf you don\u2019t have dental insurance, ask them about other payment options they\nhave. No one should be afraid of seeking help due to fear of cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dental office that is only open 2 to 3 days a week may not\nbe as helpful as one that is open for the majority of the week. Check to make\nsure their hours seem ideal. It is important that you are able to get to the\noffice as soon as you can when you are experiencing some dental emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Professional Organizations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Belonging to professional dental organizations is a good\nsign. Dentists who are a part of the American Dental Association are required\nto abide by a principle of ethics and a code for professional conduct. These types\nof memberships are a good indication that you will be treated properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Follow Ups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After you have dental treatment, you will be sent home in\norder to recover. However, you should know how their follow ups work. You want\nto know who you should call if there are any issues or you have a question.\nMake sure your emergency dentist has a number that you can call for advice, even\nif you are unable to get to the office right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies are stressful and can even be scary, but\nwhen you have a good dentist there to help you get back on your feet, you have\nnothing to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Jones &amp; Knight DDS, you have not just one, but two\nwell experienced emergency dentists providing quality care to their patients in\nSan Antonio. Both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/meet-dr-jones.html\">Dr.\nTroy Jones<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/meet-dr-jones.html\">Dr. George Knight<\/a>\nearned their dental degrees at the University of Texas Health Science Center at\nSan Antonio. Dr. Jones is a member of numerous professional organizations\nincluding the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. Dr.\nKnight spent over a decade as a dental educator at the UTHSC Dental School where\nhe published many manuscripts and research finding to dental colleagues. If you\u2019re\nexperiencing a dental emergency, they would be happy to help. For more\ninformation or to schedule an appointment, visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jonesandassociatesdds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (210)\n349-4408.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dental emergencies never seem to happen at a convenient time, which can leave you flustered, not knowing what to do. Whether you\u2019re dealing with a sports injury or a toothache that is keeping you from doing your work, you need help as soon as you can. Having an emergency dentist that you can contact during this time can make a huge difference in the timeliness and quality of your emergency treatment. 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