Dental emergencies can occur at any time of the day. That’s why we offer same-day emergency appointments to provide immediate care when you need it most.
Here are some of the top dental emergencies that we see and what you should do about them:
Toothache
Chipped or cracked tooth
Knocked-out tooth
It may be possible to restore a knocked out tooth if you can keep the tooth in good condition and get to a dentist within 60 minutes. You should rinse your mouth out with warm water. If it is an adult tooth, try to place the tooth back into your mouth in the right direction and hold it there until you can get to the dentist. If it is a baby tooth, or you cannot get your tooth to fit back into the space, then place the tooth in a cup of milk or warm water with salt in it to preserve it. You can also use a cold compress to reduce swelling.
Tooth abscess
An abscessed tooth is a sign of a serious infection in your mouth. If you have severe swelling of your gums or cheek, it is important to contact us immediately or if it is severe facial swelling, seek treatment at the local hospital emergency room.
Emergency appointments
There’s no need to wait in pain. If you’re ever faced with a dental emergency, give us a call on 03 9598 5666 and we will see you as soon as possible.