If a dental condition can’t wait and needs immediate attention of after hours dentist in Melbourne, then it can be termed as a dental emergency. At times few issues appear that need immediate attention but could wait for a day or two or as long as it can be handled by patients.
A chipped or split tooth is an emergency if the crack is extremely painful or has a left sharp edge that could cause injury inside the patient’s mouth. If the chipped tooth does not hurt, then it is not an emergency and can wait for a dentist in Rowville.
The few common cases of common dental emergencies are:
- Knocked out teeth: Experts say that a knocked out teeth can be restored if immediate action is taken after the tooth is knocked out. The dental specialist can try to reinsert and preserve the tooth. The crown or the top, taking care that the root is not touched, should pick up the tooth. The patient can try to reinsert the tooth in its place. If not, the patient can place the tooth in a little container that has milk and contact an emergency dental service.
- Broken or Chipped Tooth: If the broken or chipped teeth are painful, the patient should clean their mouth with warm water and use a cold compress from outside to lessen swelling. It is better to consult a dentist to avoid any further complication.
- Abscessed Tooth: A dental abscess is an extreme and potentially life-threatening condition where pus in the teeth can lead to severe infection. This sore may cause fever, tooth sensitivity, a constant toothache, delicate lymph nodes, swelling in the face, and a pimple-like bump on gums close to the infected tooth.
This condition is an emergency and can spread into the jaw, and other surrounding tissues. Before going to a dental specialist, the patient can wash mouth with gentle salt water a few times to lessen the torment and draw the pus to the top.
It is always good to consult a specialist who can suggest the best treatment and can decrease the patient’s discomfort.
