Dental emergencies can happen at the most inopportune moments, and often, they seem to occur on the weekend or at night. Because we understand how scary and confusing a dental emergency can be, we offer emergency dental care to our patients in Oatley and the surrounding areas. We will be here when the unexpected happens; in the meantime, here’s what you need to know about dental emergencies.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
If you are in pain or your oral health is at risk, that’s a dental emergency. We want you to contact our dental clinic if you are experiencing any of the following issues:
Toothache – When your tooth pain is severe, use over-the-counter pain relievers such as naproxen or ibuprofen to ease the pain. You can also use an ice pack to numb your mouth.
Severe sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures – Avoid eating or drinking until we can determine the cause of this uncomfortable dental emergency.
Jaw swelling, especially if associated with a toothache – A swollen jaw can indicate an abscessed tooth. This severe infection must be treated immediately, so it’s best to contact us as soon as possible. You can take over-the-counter pain relievers to help.
Soft tissue injury to the lips, gums or cheek – Try to stop the bleeding by applying pressure to the injured area. Use an ice pack to help with pain and swelling as well.
Broken or cracked tooth – Clean the area by gently rinsing your mouth. If you can locate the broken piece of your tooth, bring it to our dental clinic.
Knocked-out tooth – Getting treatment quickly to save your tooth is essential. Gently try to place the tooth back in its socket without touching the roots. You can also put it in a glass of milk or inside your cheek.
Broken dental restoration, such as a filling, crown or bridge – Try to place your broken restoration back in its place and secure it with denture adhesive, dental cement or even toothpaste.
Do You Need Emergency Dental Care in Oatley, NSW?
If you or a loved one experiences a dental emergency, let the dental team at CFS Dental alleviate your pain and work to save your teeth. Our dental clinic offers emergency dentistry to patients of all ages. When you need us, call us on (02) 9570 6999.