Finding a dentist in Doncaster East during COVID-19

At Family Dental Care, we value our patient’s health above all else. That is why, during COVID, we have reduced our capacity, and we are just dealing with urgent dental care needs. We thereby recommend that all potential patients adhere to government guidelines and respect social distancing.

Moreover, as oral health is often a good indicator of overall health, we commit to treating your emergency dental needs, in adherence to the ADA’s current restriction levels. We also ask that if you are displaying any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home and seek medical advice.

Emergency dentistry

If you are suffering from a dental problem that causes high fever, facial swelling, or if you are suffering severe pain, then you may require urgent dental care from our dentist in Doncaster East. You can contact us by phone where we will offer immediate advice to your unique dental situation. It is vital to treat severe dental infections as they can affect your general overall health.

In the very centre of each of our teeth lies nerves, blood, and nutrient supply, known as the pulp. To protect the pulp, we have dentin layers and enamel surrounding the area. Dentin and enamel can become compromised. This can occur by direct impact upon the teeth, causing immediate physical damage. In addition, eating foods that contribute to plaque build-up can erode the protective layers of the tooth. Once the area is compromised, the pulp is prone to infection by bacteria.

Pulp infection is known as pulpitis and comes in two forms reversible and irreversible. According to the ADA, in the current level 3 response, we can treat patients that are suffering from acute pain from this condition. Treatment varies on whether it is reversible or irreversible. Reversible treatments should restore when the decayed area is removed and filled with a filling. Irreversible pulpitis requires a pulpectomy, which involves a root canal. Symptoms for pulpitis include sensitivity to hot and cold, inflammation, high fever, swollen lymph nodes, bad breath and taste.

Other dental treatments are available during a level 3 response according to the ADA. For example, an orthodontic patient with wires sticking into the inside of their cheek, causing uncomfortable pain, may be treated if they can not fix the problem themselves. A good rule of thumb is if the dental area is causing severe pain, give us a call for further information. We ensure to treat you following the guidelines provided, for the benefit of your health and everyone else’s.

Health in a global health crisis

Currently, we are operating at level 3 in the ADA tiered responses to the COVID-19 outbreak. There are five levels, the fifth halting all treatment to dental needs. Regarding this, our dentist in Doncaster East wants to promote what patients can do at home to boost their oral health through preventive measures.

Preventive dentistry can minimise your overall risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Also, there is substantial evidence suggesting that one’s oral health reduces the chances of cardiovascular disease, endocarditis, and pneumonia. Brushing, flossing, and choosing the dietary options that do not risk your oral health can have an invaluable effect on your overall health. And if there is one thing we can learn from this pandemic, is to appreciate our health.

All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to

ensure that the treatment is right for you.