When dental emergencies arise, they’re often an unexpected event. Sometimes you may not know whether the symptoms you’re experiencing are arising from a true emergency, which can result in a delay to treatment. To ensure you know what to do in the event of a dental emergency, here’s what your dentist in Greenvale wants you to know.

See your dentist in Greenvale for severe pain

When dental pain occurs, sometimes it’s possible to manage it at home until an appointment becomes available. A good way to measure this is to take paracetamol or ibuprofen and see if the pain subsides to an acceptable level.

When the pain is severe, consistent and not getting better, you may have an infection that warrants immediate attention. As such, we recommend calling us to get an emergency appointment.

Take a careful approach to swellings

If you have swelling that you believe is related to a dental emergency, contact your dentist in Greenvale as soon as possible.

Call us quickly about missing teeth

Accidents happen and it isn’t unusual for a tooth to dislodge as a result of sports and accidents. Always speak to a member of our team as soon as you can. They may advise that you place the tooth back in your mouth, as this makes it easier for us to repair the damage.

If replacing the tooth on your own isn’t possible, you can keep it in a container with some milk. Seeking prompt advice increases the likelihood that we can restore your natural tooth. In the event that this isn’t possible, we may be able to explore options such as bridges and implants so you can retain your smile.

Don’t let chips and cracks get out of control

Cracked and chipped teeth are more common than you think. It’s important not to ignore them, even when they’re small, as they can worsen to the point that you may need an extraction.

At Greenvale Dental Group, we have lots of ways of repairing a chipped or cracked tooth. From fillings through to crowns, we’ll do all we can to maintain your natural smile.

Know when to seek medical attention

If you encounter an injury that you believe has resulted in a broken jaw, visit your nearest. hospital. This isn’t an issue that we can deal with in our dental practice. However, a maxillofacial surgeon may be able to take steps to repair the damage, which will reduce the risk of hurting surrounding structures in your mouth.

If you’re facing a dental emergency, we can help. To learn more, call us on 03 9333 6854.