At some point or other it is common to be suffering from some kind of discomfort or pain in our mouths, whether it’s due to our tongue, teeth or gums.
To prevent the issue from getting any more severe, it’s essential to visit your dental professional as quickly as you can who will provide guidance or treatment for the dental issue at your home.
The good news is that a private emergency dentist will be able to visit you at very short notice, even same day or even outside of hours, based upon the severity of the emergency.
What is considered to be an Dental Emergency?
It’s possible to think that an emergency dental situation is related to a chipped or damaged tooth, however, it’s generally a reference to any dental issue that causes bleeding or pain, or if you’re at chance of losing your tooth.
This means you must make an appointment with your dentist in the event of an emergency when you are concerned about:
The gums are swelling cheeks, face or cheeks (this is more of an emergency situation if the swelling is growing)
A damaged tooth causes pain or discomfort to your cheeks, or tongue
Tooth loss as a result of trauma
The traumatized person may experience bleeding.
The bleeding can occur after an extraction that lasts more than 20 minutes
Pain that is excruciating (especially when it is creating problems with sleep or day-to-day activities)
Mouth ulcers that aren’t healing even after two weeks
Are you experiencing pain that gets to become
When is the best time to visit an emergency dentist?
There are times where an appointment with the emergency dentist may not be required. In those instances you are able to visit your regular dentist without rushing.
A few examples of non-urgent dental issues include:
A chipped or broken tooth
Sensitive teeth
Sensitive gums
Bleeding gums
There is a slight pain when you bite down
A toothache of a minor nature that occurs and goes.
Mouth ulcers that are in the mouth for less one week
Inflammation or pain caused by dentures or orthodontics
We always recommend to contact your dentist whenever you experience any change in your pain, discomfort or symptoms or pain, it’s important to know the best time to call your dentist for an emergencies and accidents.
It is recommended to visit A&E or dial NHS 111 if you have:
The swelling of the face alters the quality of your breath, eyesight, or the ability to swallow.
Traumas that can cause issues with vision, consciousness or vomiting
The mouth is bleeding uncontrollably.
It is important to note that dental emergencies can’t be handled by your GP and we recommend not to contact the emergency line unless we tell you otherwise. To be on the safer side, you might want to phone us to inquire about the best course of action most appropriate for you.
How to get an emergency appointment with a dentist
If you’re suffering from an emergency dental situation we recommend that you call us right away to make an appointment right away. We will also be able to advise you about the best plan of action and determine if it’s more appropriate to use an over-the-counter medication or go to A&E according to the circumstances.
