Some things are too important to wait for- like emergency dental care. Dental emergencies can happen when they’re least expected, but we’re here for you. If you’re experiencing severe pain in your teeth, or have had a tooth cracked or fallen out, it’s important to act fast. Speak to one of our caring team at Clifton Family Dental to find out how we can help you in a dental emergency.
Dental emergencies must be taken seriously, it also bears noting that sometimes, a patient’s aesthetic concerns may warrant the situation and emergency, for example, if a crown or veneer has dislodged in a particularly visible area, making it a perceived social disability. If you’ve been searching for an “emergency dentist near me” then search no more. Located in Clifton Village Shopping Centre, we are conveniently located.
We have emergency dental services available, as well as an after-hours dentist so that you can get the dental help you need, as soon as you need it.
If you are experiencing dental pain, it is important to book an appointment with our dentists as soon as possible, because this is an indication that something is not right. Following an appointment with one of our experienced dentists, they will be able to inform you of what treatment you may need. This can range from a simple filling to something more complex, like a root canal.
If you are suffering from severe dental pain that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, this is considered a dental emergency, and it is important to book an appointment with us as soon as possible. If your pain is interrupting your daily life and causing restless nights, give us a call and we will book you in as soon as we can. Reasons your pain may be so intense include dying nerves, decay reaching your nerves, large cavities or chronic gum disease.
Dental trauma is injury to the mouth, including the teeth, lips, gums, tongue and jawbones. Soft tissue injuries to the mouth and dental trauma are typically very painful and should receive prompt treatment. The most common dental trauma is a broken, or lost, tooth.
The treatment of tooth injuries is dependent on several factors:
A dentist must check any damage to a tooth both clinically and using X-Rays, as soon as possible after the injury has been sustained, to ensure no unseen root fracture is left undiagnosed and untreated.
There are specific treatments indicated for different degrees of unjust, and it is incredibly important to go directly to see the dentist for immediate assessment of the injury in order to give the tooth the best chance of healing and being retained. This is especially true for young children.
If you have a chipped, cracked, or broken tooth, it’s important that you clean the area by rinsing your mouth with warm water. Wrap an ice pack in a clean towel, or use a cold compress, on the face to reduce swelling. It’s important to head to the dentist as soon as possible, as a dentist will be able to determine how serious the condition is.
A chipped tooth that does not hurt is usually not considered a dental emergency, but the chipping can worsen with chewing. Cracked or fractured teeth present serious dental issues, as they can typically indicate that damage has occurred both externally and internally. There are times when teeth cannot be saved because of severe fractures.
A dental injury can be a dental emergency, so it’s important that if you damage a tooth, you see a dentist as soon as possible in order to prevent further problems, such as infection. We have an after-hours dentist who may be able to help you if you are facing an emergency.
If a tooth filling becomes dislodged or broken, it may make the remaining tooth quite sharp, and the jagged edges could cut your tongue or cheek. Others may need to get to the dentist urgently as the lost filling or dental crown may cause significant pain (while others may experience no pain at all). It’s important to go to the dentist to have your lost or chipped filling, or crown, checked, as food can become trapped in the area, making it easier to develop secondary caries or cavities. Emergency treatment for crown failures vary. Sometimes it could be as simple as re-cementing the crown back to the tooth.
We understand that losing or breaking a filling can be scary, and maybe even a little bit painful. But many times a lost filling isn’t a dental emergency. However, it’s still important to treat it appropriately and in a timely manner. Call us, explain what happened, any symptoms you may be experiencing, and if you have any pain.
While you’re waiting for your appointment, avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the filling once was. After you eat, rinse your mouth with warm salt water to rinse any lingering food particles. Take a pain reliever, following the dosage instructions on the label.
An abscessed tooth is an infection within a tooth. It is a pocket of pus that forms at different regions of the tooth and for different reasons. If you have an abscess, you need to visit your dentist immediately. This is especially important if you feel sick or have any other symptoms of advanced infection. The treatment you will receive depends on the seriousness of your condition but usually your dentist will drain the site to get rid of the pus and give you painkillers and antibiotics to combat the infection. A root canal can also be carried out. A tooth extraction only happens if it is a severe infection of the tooth that cannot be saved.
Waiting for the pain to subside or delaying treatment is the last thing you want to do. The pain may stop, but that doesn’t stop the infection. The infection will continue to spread, leading to bigger problems. Early treatment can cure the infection and save the tooth. If you suspect an abscessed tooth, it’s crucial to visit our emergency dental clinic as soon as possible, even if you are not in any pain.
To arrange a consultation with our family and cosmetic dentist in Clifton Beach, or for any other enquiries, please drop us a line or give us a call at (07) 4059 2291.
