Does your lost filling need an emergency dental visit? A basic guide to dental emergencies

Dental emergencies are never fun.

While most people will brush their teeth regularly and avoid consuming excessive amounts of sugar, it is an unfair fact of life that a dental emergency can strike almost anyone at any time. Unfortunately, most dental emergencies tend to occur at night, and so, if you wake up with a sharp pain under your tooth, you may need to bite the bullet and book an emergency dental appointment.

Of course, discomfort is an obvious indicator of a dental emergency, but what if another symptom appears suddenly and you are uncertain of its urgency? Indeed, our team at the Family Dental Centre sees patients daily who have suffered from what we would consider a dental emergency, delayed treatment and then have had to undertake a more complicated procedure to correct it.

If you are ever in doubt of whether you are experiencing a dental emergency, contact our dentist in Doncaster East for further information regarding treatment, At Family Dental Care, we take your oral health very seriously, and will inform you if we think you need a same-day appointment; you are in good hands when you come to us!

But what are some dental issues that warrant an emergency trip to our dentist in Doncaster East? Read on to find out!

Chipped or cracked tooth

Exceedingly common in children and adults who engage in contact sports, chipping or cracking a tooth requires a same day visit to our dentist in Doncaster East.

While most cracked or chipped teeth do not cause discomfort, it is important to remember that this minor damage can allow bacteria to get into the tooth and cause an abscess or exacerbate dental sensitivity. To be on the safe side, contact our team to have a composite restoration of your damaged tooth.

Lost filling or crown

Lost fillings and crowns are often a bit more uncomfortable and so, as soon as you notice you have lost a filling or a crown, book an appointment to see us.

Delaying a refit will increase the chance of an abscess or may even lead to further decay.

Detached brace

Often overlooked are the issues of a fitted brace.

If you notice the bracket of your braces has come away from your tooth, come in and see us for a temporary solution. You will require a visit to your orthodontist for a full correction, but having your bracket temporarily reattached will prevent any damage to the tooth or delay to the orthodontic procedure.

Loose tooth

An indicator of trauma or gum disease, a loose tooth needs to be seen by a member of our team.

We can assess the underlying cause of that wobbly tooth and seek to rectify it before the tooth falls out. Not a good look regardless of the cause!

Swelling

Facial swelling may be accompanied by a feeling of pressure in your jaw, face or throat.

You will require urgent dental treatment, as facial swellings often indicate an abscess or an impacted wisdom tooth.

DISCLAIMER

All dental treatments carry potential risks. Contact your local dental team for more information about the procedures mentioned in this article.