Nobody ever wants to think about dental emergencies, as they bring up images of somebody being sleep deprived and having a swollen face. You may be shocked to learn that in many instances, a dental emergency does not actually present with excessive discomfort or even swelling, and this can cause serious secondary complications.
At Epping High Dental, we are extremely proud of our emergency dental team, and our dentist Lalor puts aside appointments every day to accommodate dental patients who are experiencing an emergency. So, if you have dental discomfort at any point, or are worried that you may have a dental emergency, call our team.
With that in mind, what are some of the clear signs that you need to see our emergency dentist Lalor? Read on to find out.
Toothache
Most people have had a toothache at one time or another, but if you notice that you have dental pain that is unrelenting, is stopping you from focusing or is causing you to lose sleep, then you need to see our emergency dentist Lalor as soon as possible. It may be the case that you have an abscess forming, there may be a cavity or a filling or a crown may be lost, all of which will require urgent dental diagnosis and treatment.
Swelling
Swelling to the face, under the jaw, or anywhere in the mouth is never a good sign and can indicate the formation of a dental abscess, an impacted tooth or an issue such as oral cancer. If you notice you have swelling in any of these areas, even if it is not causing discomfort, you need to see our dental team as soon as possible to have the underlying cause assessed.
Lost restorative
When you have a crown or a filling fitted, it is entirely possible that at some point in the future, it is going to come loose or fall out altogether. If you notice that you have a wobbly restorative or one has completely fallen out, then it can be tempting (especially if you are not in discomfort) to simply leave it until your next dental check-up. This can cause decay to set in under the now-exposed area of the tooth, which can lead to dental infection and discomfort.
Ulcers
Many people have suffered from ulcers in their mouths at one time or another. But if you notice you have recurring ulcers in the same part of the mouth each time they flare up, or the ulcers look yellow, the ulcers bleed, or they have grown to larger than the size of a 5 cent piece, you will need to see our dental team as soon as possible to have these looked at.
Issues with brace removal
If you have sensitive teeth or thin enamel when you have your brace removed, you may be surprised at how uncomfortable it may feel for the first few hours. But if you notice more substantial discomfort after having your braces removed, you need to see a member of our emergency dental team, as it is entirely possible that a filling may have come loose. There may also be an issue with a crown, or the tooth itself may have cracked.
DISCLAIMER
All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.
