Here are some of the most common dental emergencies we can help you with:
Do I need an emergency dentist appointment?
If you’re uncertain whether your situation qualifies as an emergency , it’s best to reach out to our friendly team. Give us a call and our team will be able to make an appointment for you with the right clinician.
Ignoring dental issues can lead to worsening conditions, increased pain, and additional damage. Seeking timely treatment improves the likelihood of preserving your teeth and minimising any potential trauma or complications.
We put our patients first, so we offer same-day appointments whenever we can, especially in the case of an emergency dentist appointment. You can easily book online, or if you need immediate assistance, just give us a call, and we’ll do our best to see you as soon as possible.
Types of emergency dentist appointments
Toothache relief:
Immediate care for severe tooth pain to alleviate discomfort and address the underlying issue.
Broken or chipped teeth:
Prompt repair or restoration to protect the tooth and prevent further damage.
Knocked-out teeth:
Urgent re-implantation or preservation techniques to save the tooth.
Lost fillings or crowns:
Quick replacement to restore functionality and protect the tooth.
Abscess treatment:
Emergency care to treat infections and reduce pain and swelling.
Orthodontic emergencies:
Rapid adjustments or repairs for broken braces for our patients.
In pain and need emergency assistance?
While we are often fully-booked, we can make room for emergency treatments if you call the practice as soon as possible and explain your symptoms.
Toothaches can be caused by a range of issues, including tooth decay, dental abscess, cracked teeth, gum disease, or even a tiny, lodged food particle. If you have a toothache, floss between your teeth and rinse your mouth with warm water. Apply a cold compress to your cheek to help with swelling. Avoid using painkiller gels near a sore tooth, as they can burn the gums and cause more pain. Schedule an immediate dental appointment to diagnose and treat the underlying cause of the toothache.
At Superior Smiles we focus on the overall health of our patients and will never compromise on quality materials that are safe and effective.
Many people can mistake holistic for being “organic” where certain medical grade materials are not used in procedures like fillings and implants.
We use the most modern and innovative materials in our procedures but will accompany every service with a general check-up on your health and can assist you in improving your diet and physical health.
Partially dislodged teeth often result from trauma or accidents. If your tooth gets dislodged, avoid touching or wiggling the loose tooth. Rinse your mouth gently with warm water to remove debris, and apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth to reduce swelling. Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed for pain management.
Chipped or broken teeth can occur unexpectedly, often because of accidents, biting on hard objects, or underlying dental issues. If your tooth gets chipped or broken, save any remaining pieces of teeth and rinse thoroughly. If there’s any bleeding, apply gauze to the injured site. Applying a cold compress to your cheek can help bring down swelling and pain.
Lost fillings or crowns can occur due to wear and tear, tooth decay, or physical trauma. If you’ve lost a filling or crown, you can use dental filling material from a chemist as a temporary solution until you make an appointment. If not available, you can even use sugar-free chewing gum as an emergency alternative. Bring the crown with you when you visit our clinic to get it recemented.
Objects lodged between teeth can result from eating hard or sticky foods or using teeth as tools. If you have a trapped object between your teeth, attempt to gently remove the object with dental floss. If it still can’t be removed, contact our dental clinic right away.
Abscesses are infections that form under teeth and can spread if left untreated. Book an emergency appointment with us immediately if you notice any painful swelling in your mouth. In the meantime, rinse your mouth with a saltwater solution to help relieve pain and draw pus to the surface.
Injuries to the gums, cheeks, tongue, and lips often bleed and require urgent treatment. You can ease pain by rinsing your mouth with saltwater. To help control bleeding, apply pressure to the site with gauze for 15-20 minutes. You can also hold a hot compress to your cheek for 5-10 minutes. If the injury is severe or if the bleeding persists for an extended period, it’s essential to seek immediate attention from an emergency dentist
Loose brackets or bands can occur with braces or other orthodontic appliances. They can be temporarily reattached with orthodontic wax before your dentist fixes them. If a band becomes loose, save it and call your dentist to have it reattached
Broken braces or wires may result from biting on hard foods or physical trauma. If your wires and braces break, rinse your mouth with saltwater to keep your mouth clean and ease pain. You may be able to push the wire back into place using a soft pencil eraser. Use wax on the end of the loose wire to avoid scratching the gums. Call our dental practice if the wire won’t move back into place or is broken.
If you act promptly, you may be able to have your tooth transplanted.
If the tooth is unclean, the first step is to clean it. Milk, not water, should be used to clean the tooth. If you don’t have any milk, put your missing tooth in your mouth and clean it with your saliva.
Avoid touching the roots (the area that is normally buried in your gums) of your missing tooth since they are very sensitive and injury can destroy your chances of replanting.
If you can act quickly enough to replace the tooth without causing pain, the next step is to see a dentist to ensure the greatest possible healing and survival.
It’s not always possible to replace the tooth yourself. In this scenario, you should schedule an appointment with a dentist within the next 30 minutes to assure the best possible result. When this happens, you’ll need to carry the tooth safely by covering it in plastic cling wrap, placing it in a milk bottle, or gently tucking it inside your cheek.
As previously stated, time is of the essence, and you must see a dentist as soon as possible.
When a tooth cracks, the dentine (the inner layer of the tooth) is exposed, which is made up of small tubes filled with fluid that link to the nerve pulp. Applying and releasing pressure on a broken tooth causes the fluid in the tiny tubes within the tooth to shift. This movement applies pressure to the nerve, which creates the shooting pain or dull throbbing sensations.
Even if you take great care of your teeth, you will almost certainly experience a toothache at some point in your life.
A dental cavity is the most common cause of toothache, but there are other causes as well.
Tooth sensitivity is caused by receding gums or a weakening of the tooth enamel.
It could be an indication of sensitive teeth if you suffer intense pains when eating or drinking cold or hot foods.
Using sensitive tooth toothpaste and a soft bristles toothbrush will greatly improve this problem, but you should still see your dentist to make sure it isn’t a cavity
If you have a fractured tooth, it may appear to be a disaster, but there are actions you can take to help a dentist repair the fracture or possibly restore the tooth.
If you break one of your teeth in an accident, identify the tooth fragments, rinse them with water, and keep them moist to boost the chances of reattaching the fractured tooth. You should make an appointment with your dentist right away.
If the tooth has been knocked out, replace it as soon as possible with a clean tooth in the socket (the gap in the gum where the tooth has come out from).
The crown (the part of the tooth that you eat and bite with) should be the only thing that is touched. Avoid contact with the root (the part usually in the gum). When a tooth is filthy, it must be cleaned thoroughly before being reinserted into the socket.
Keep the tooth in a liquid that can keep the cells on the surface of the root alive if you can’t get it back into the socket. One of the greatest storage media for storing till you can get to the dentist is cold cow’s milk.
Until you can see a dentist, make sure you do the following:
Warm water should be used to rinse the mouth.
Using a piece of gauze, apply pressure.