Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies happen when you least expect it – whether it’s a child who fell walking and chipped a tooth, or an adult who was injured in an accident, they’re never any fun to deal with.
To help get through your dental emergency with ease, we’re here for you. We’re proud to reserve appointments every day for life’s little mishaps, meaning if something goes wrong and you need help ASAP, we will do our absolute best to accommodate you.
What is a Dental Emergency?
Common dental emergencies we see often include:
- A chipped or cracked tooth
- Sudden abscess or infection
- Sudden extreme tooth pain
- A gum injury or laceration
- A knocked out tooth (baby or adult)
What to do in a Dental Emergency
During Clinic Hours
- Call us as soon as possible on 8258 3883
- Explain your symptoms so that we can recommend appropriate next steps and prioritise your appointment if suitable to be managed in our practice
Alternate Care in Business Hours or After Hours/Weekends
- For alternate care during business hours call SA Dental Emergency Service: 1300 008 222. They provide advice and can direct you to urgent care
- Outside of business hours please call healthdirect on 1800 022 222
When to Go to the Hospital
- Facial swelling affecting breathing or swallowing
- Severe trauma to the face, jaw, or teeth
- Uncontrolled bleeding or infection
- Go to the nearest hospital emergency department right away
If a Tooth is Knocked Out
- Pick it up by the crown (top), not the root
- Rinse gently and briefly with milk or saline. Do not scrub
- Place back into the socket if possible, or keep in milk
- Seek urgent dental treatment as soon as possible
Other Tips
- For pain relief, take over the counter medication like paracetamol or ibuprofen (if safe for you)
- Apply a cold pack to the outside of your face to reduce swelling
- Avoid putting aspirin directly on the gums
Need Help Now? We’re Here for You
Keep in mind that prompt action is always the name of the game when it comes to a dental injury. It’s always better to err on the side of caution and seek the advice of a professional whenever an accident or injury involving the teeth or gums occurs!
Time is of the essence, so contact us as soon as possible so we can attend to your emergency as soon as you arrive at our clinic!
Request Your Emergency Appointment
If you believe you may be in need of an emergency dental appointment, please contact our practice today to get started. We offer the latest technology to help get your smile back on track, quickly. Our Para Hills dentists look forward to meeting you.
