DentalGuard is a specialized emergency dental teleconsultation platform operated by The Dental Emergency Room, a Minnesota-based dental practice established in 2008. We provide immediate access to licensed dentists for patients experiencing dental emergencies who cannot access in-person care right away.
Target Audience: Patients experiencing dental emergencies requiring immediate professional consultation, including severe pain, infections, trauma, or urgent dental concerns that occur outside regular office hours or when in-person care is not immediately accessible.
Service Delivery: Through our HIPAA-compliant mobile and web platform, patients connect via secure video consultation with Minnesota-licensed dentists within minutes. Our 24/7 availability ensures patients receive professional care when they need it most.
DentalGuard operates on a transparent cash-pay model. Patients pay a flat fee per emergency consultation, which covers:
We do not process insurance claims or accept insurance reimbursement. All fees are clearly displayed before payment is processed, ensuring complete transparency.
DentalGuard integrates electronic prescribing capabilities through secure pharmacy networks. When clinically appropriate, our licensed dentists can prescribe non-narcotic medications (antibiotics, analgesics, anti-inflammatories) that are transmitted electronically to the patient's pharmacy of choice. This integration ensures:
All consultations are conducted by dentists licensed in Minnesota and registered with The Dental Emergency Room. Our dentists maintain active DEA registrations, current malpractice insurance, and comply with all Minnesota dental practice regulations. Each consultation generates comprehensive clinical documentation meeting professional standards for dental records.
Our platform utilizes secure, HIPAA-compliant technology including:
DentalGuard provides emergency-only teleconsultation services. We do not replace comprehensive in-person dental examinations or routine dental care. Our service is designed to provide immediate professional assessment, temporary relief, and appropriate prescriptions when needed, with guidance for follow-up in-person treatment.
DentalGuard is sponsored and operated by The Dental Emergency Room, a Minnesota dental practice with over 15 years of experience in emergency dental care. Our physical practice is located in Edina, Minnesota, and serves as the host clinic for all teleconsultation services.