Are you not sure if your case is a dental emergency?

Contact us immediately if you are experiencing any of the following problems:

• Swollen Jaw or Face
• Severe Toothache
• Broken or Chipped Tooth
• Lost or broken crown or filling
• Infection
• Bleeding gums
• Broken, or lost denture
• Dental Abscess
• Knocked-Out Tooth

A dental emergency requiring immediate attention to relieve pain, stop bleeding, or prevent further damage.

We can book you with our dental emergency dentists in at short notice – usually within 24 hours or even on the same day if possible.

When to Seek Immediate Emergency Care (A&E)? 

• Difficulty breathing or swallowing.
• Uncontrollable bleeding from the mouth.
• Broken or dislocated jaw.
• Severe facial trauma.
• If you’re unsure if a situation is an emergency, contact us or local urgent care centre.

What to do in a Dental Emergency (Until you can see a dentist)?

Manage pain and swelling with over-the-counter pain relievers and cold compresses.
Control bleeding by applying gentle pressure with clean gauze or cloth.
For a knocked-out tooth, handle it by the crown, avoid touching the root, and try to re-insert it. If not possible, store it in milk or saliva and seek immediate dental care.

Here’s what you can expect during an emergency dental visit:

An emergency dental appointment focuses on addressing urgent dental issues that require immediate attention to alleviate pain, prevent further damage, and set a course for restoring oral health.

Evaluation and diagnosis

During the initial evaluation, the dentist will check your medical history, particularly if you are a new patient. They will then examine the affected area to determine the problem, potentially using  X-rays for a clearer diagnosis.

Immediate treatment and pain management

Pain relief is usually the first step, often involving local anaesthetic or prescribed medication. The specific treatment will depend on the emergency and may include:

• Treating infections or abscesses through methods like tooth dressing, antibiotics, or potentially extraction.
• Repairing damaged teeth with bonding, filling, temporary crown.
• Managing lost fillings or crowns with temporary solutions or recementing to protect the tooth.
• Attempting to re-implant a knocked-out tooth if brought in promptly.
• Stabilizing loose teeth with splints or other techniques.
• Addressing severe toothaches by finding and treating the cause, which could be anything from a cavity to trauma.
• Treating gum injuries or infections with cleaning, antibiotics, or soft tissue repair if needed.

Aftercare and follow-up

You will receive instructions for caring for the treated area to promote healing. Depending on the situation, follow-up appointments may be necessary to monitor healing and complete further treatment.
Ultimately, an emergency dental visit provides prompt care to address urgent issues, manage pain, prevent complications, and protect your oral health long-term.

Important Notes:

Avoid the A&E for non-life-threatening issues as they may not be equipped for comprehensive dental care.
Do not attempt self-treatment.
Act quickly to prevent complications.

Remember, prompt action and seeking professional care are crucial in managing dental emergencies and preserving oral health.