Emergency Dentistry Werribee
Your trusted emergency dentist in Werribee
When you encounter unexpected dental trauma such as breaking a tooth, bleeding gums, tongue injury or sudden severe pain from an infection, it is important to keep a level head and act fast to prevent any permanent damage. If you find yourself in such a situation, call our trusted clinic and we’ll walk you through exactly what you need to do until you can make it to our practice.
We’ve put together some of the most common emergencies we treat at Wyndham Dental, read on for more information on how we may assist you!
Have a dental emergency?
Toothaches
Did you know there are different types of toothaches? While it can be pain that presents itself only when you bite and chew it can also be a throbbing, dull ache or a sudden, sharp pain that could be triggered by certain things you consume, temperature-wise (for example, iced drinks or hot food). These are all common signs and symptoms of an infected or abscessed tooth. If you are experiencing swelling in the face, this is a sign of an immune response to a severe infection so we recommend contacting us straight away or immediate medical attention.
Our dentist will be able to take a look and give you a diagnosis to help you manage the pain. Until you manage to get to our clinic we recommend that you try gently rinsing out your mouth with warm water and place a cold compress against the affected area to reduce any inflammation.
Dental Trauma / Sports-Related Injuries
Dental trauma or injuries can be quite distressing, especially when it is your permanent tooth that has been knocked out of its socket. A highly emotional response to such injury is completely normal but it’s advised to try and stay as calm as possible until you can get help. This is a time-critical operation and acting fast is a must so that we can to try and save your tooth.
- Handle the tooth by its crown and not by the root. This will prevent bacteria from latching onto it.
- Clean the tooth using saline or running water.
- Do not store the tooth in water, rather keep it pressed inside the socket where it came out of or place it in milk to make sure it doesn’t dry up.
- We recommend applying a cold compress against your face until you can reach our clinic to help ease the pain and swelling.
If you’re physically active, the chances of dental trauma are quite high. Consider wearing a protective mouthguard so you can keep your teeth safe and sound while engaging in physical activity. Ultimately, the cost of fixing your broken tooth may be greater than the cost of a fitted mouthguard! Interested in getting a mouthguard custom-made for your smile? Contact our team for an appointment.
Broken/Lost Dental Work
Dental crowns and veneers in particular are used as protective covers for the teeth that they are placed on. If you have a dislodged crown or filling, these teeth are no longer protected and could easily be damaged. Your tooth may chip and pieces could break off unless you call us as soon as possible to repair it. If this happens to you, store your dislodged crown or veneer in a safe place.
In the chance that can reattach it, make sure to avoid hard food that might hurt your teeth or gums when biting.
If you wear dentures and you find them breaking apart, store them together in a bag and visit our practice. We will try to put it together if possible.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
If your wisdom teeth have recently emerged and you’re suffering from jaw tenderness/pain, bad breath and bleeding gums, this could mean that your wisdom teeth have only partially emerged or don’t have enough space to properly erupt. You’ll have to get wisdom teeth removed as it could have terrible consequences. Visit our page on wisdom teeth to find out more about how we can help you!
At Wyndham Dental we have emergency dentists that are dedicated to ensuring swift treatment for any dental emergency and the best dental care at all times. Give us a call and fit in your appointment as soon as possible if you experience any of the above!
Abscess
Dental abscesses typically result from an infection in the mouth that causes pus to accumulate beneath the gums or teeth. If you have gum disease or tooth decay, you run the risk of developing a dental abscess. An injury to the teeth, gums and mouth may also cause abscesses. Call Wyndham Dental to proceed with treating it immediately.
Post-Extraction Bleeding
Following tooth extraction, bleeding is common, and the region usually clots in a matter of minutes. Post-extraction bleeding (PEB) is defined as bleeding that persists beyond 8 to 12 hours. While some post-operative pain and bleeding are typical, you should contact your dentist if these symptoms don’t go away even after an hour. Cover the extraction site with a thick gauze pad and apply pressure by biting down. Steer clear of eating, drinking, sucking, spitting, and smoking in addition to washing the area. Get immediate attention from our expert team of emergency dentists to deal with PEB.
Soft Tissue Injury
Soft tissue injuries in the mouth, such as cuts, tears or punctures to the lips, cheeks, tongue or gums, are quite common. These injuries can result from various incidents like accidental bites, falls, or sports-related impacts. Although they often look alarming due to the mouth’s rich blood supply, most soft tissue injuries are minor and can be managed at home. Emergency dental services should be sought if bleeding doesn’t stop after 10-15 minutes of pressure and if the cut is large or deep and requires stitches.