Toothaches | Accidents | On-and-off Sensitivity
If you’re experiencing significant dental pain, sensitivity or discomfort this is generally a good indicator from your body that something is wrong. In
an emergency dental situation, urgency is key to effective treatment, do not delay, see a dentist at Eastgardens straightaway! Sore teeth or sensitivity
is one of the most common dental emergency with many experiencing this at some stage in their lifetime. Pain is generally triggered by hot, cold and
in some cases, sweet foods and liquids. This is often a short and sharp pain that disappears pretty quickly once the stimulus is removed, however will
worsen if left untreated. Don’t ignore your dental emergency, the sooner you can see us the better, as prompt treatment will minimise the risk of permanent
damage.
Waiting for the pain to go away often does more harm than good in the long run!
Benefits of prompt treatment
It’s important that you don’t delay when seeking treatment, doing so can lead to permanent
damage that can be difficult or costly to repair later on. Benefits of attending emergency appointments promptly include:
- Relieving the pain immediately
- A better chance of saving the troubled tooth
- Avoiding further damage to adjacent teeth and bone structure
- Reducing the need for extensive and often more expensive treatment later on
- Peace of mind
Managing the pain
Toothache – Clean around the tooth gently with warm salt water, rinsing to displace any food that may be trapped between your teeth. Seek
dental attention immediately as it is impossible to diagnose without directly examining the issue.
Fractured or Chipped Tooth – Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to manage potential swelling. Attempt to locate
any lost fragments and attend an appointment immediately.
At About Smiles Eastgardens, emergency dental care is available on a same-day basis with our expert team. We also offer after
hours emergency dentist appointments until 7pm on Thursdays and 4pm on Saturdays. Call us on (02)84889994.