What is a Dental Emergency
There are many reasons why you might visit the dentist. Sometimes it’s for a check-up or to get scheduled treatment, but at other times it’s for something entirely unplanned. The thing is, while it may be the furthest thing from your mind, there’s no telling when you might need emergency dental treatment. The question, of course, is how to know when it’s an emergency. When it happens, you need to contact your emergency dentist in Woden sooner rather than later. No dental emergency is fun, but if you know what is considered an emergency and what to do if it happens, it can make all the difference.
General Dentistry Services
Your Woden general dentist can offer you several different types of treatment. First and foremost, general dentistry is about keeping your oral health in check. Regular check-ups are a vital way for you to make sure that any problems can be detected early. It also allows you to learn about proper oral hygiene and gum health. Sometimes, treatment will be required to fix issues and keep decay at bay. General dentistry includes procedures such as white fillings, root canal therapy and fissure sealants. And your Woden general dentist is also there to help prevent and take your pain away. You may need a tooth extraction, a mouth guard to protect you while you sleep or play sport, or, indeed, you may need emergency care.
The Different Types of Emergencies
A dental emergency occurs when there is unanticipated trauma or infection to your teeth or gums. However, not only is the issue unexpected, it requires immediate attention. Of course, a dental emergency can be caused by several factors, leading to different types of emergencies. Some of the most common that you need to be aware of include:
- Toothache – while some toothache can be treated without emergency treatment, if your pain is coupled with swelling or any other issues, you’ll need urgent attention.
- Broken tooth – you may have bitten down on something too hard or had a sporting injury, but if your tooth has been chipped, broken or knocked-out, you need to have it seen to straight away.
- Abscess – infections in the mouth are not only painful, but they can be pretty serious. By seeking emergency dental care, you can prevent infections from spreading further.
- Bleeding – if you have any persistent bleeding from your teeth and gums, it’s time to contact your Woden general dentist for an emergency appointment.
What To Do in a Dental Emergency
The first thing you need to do in a dental emergency is to contact your dentist. They will be able to advise you as to how to look after the issue in the short term and will get you booked in for an emergency appointment.
While it’s impossible to give personalised advice without knowing what type of emergency you’re facing, it’s worth knowing some general dental first aid. If you have a toothache, you should try rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater. If there is any swelling, you’ll certainly want to place an ice pack on your face. If a tooth has been knocked out, placing it back in its socket will keep it moist. And for most emergency situations, you’ll also want to avoid eating and drinking and taking any pain medication before speaking to your dentist.
Ways to Contact Us
When it comes to a dental emergency, the sooner you seek treatment, the better. So, it pays to have the contact details for your Woden general dentist to hand.
To get in touch with us at Acacia Dental in an emergency, call (02) 6281 2222 to speak to our reception team. You can also find out more information on our website, where you can also make an online booking. Alternatively, you can email us at acaciadental.act@gmail.com, and we’ll get back to you as quickly as we can.
