Dental pain or damage can arise unexpectedly and may make it difficult to eat, sleep or continue with your usual routine. At Buttercross Dental Practice, we provide prompt assessment for urgent dental problems, with a focus on relieving discomfort, identifying the cause and protecting your oral health.
If you believe you have a dental emergency, please contact the practice as soon as possible. Our team will ask about your symptoms, advise you on what to do next and arrange an appointment where appropriate. Appointment availability can vary, so calling early gives us the best opportunity to assist you.
Some dental problems require more urgent attention than others. Please contact us promptly if you are experiencing any of the following:
If you are unsure whether your situation constitutes an emergency, it is always better to contact us. Our team will assess the urgency of your symptoms and advise on the most appropriate next steps.
The immediate aim of an emergency appointment is to assess the problem and provide appropriate urgent care. Your dentist will ask about your symptoms, when they began and whether anything makes them better or worse. We will also review relevant medical information and medication.
Your mouth will then be examined, and X-rays may be taken where clinically necessary. Once the likely cause has been identified, your dentist will explain the findings and discuss the available options.
Treatment will depend on the nature of the emergency. It may include placing a temporary or permanent filling, repairing a damaged tooth, addressing an infection, beginning root canal treatment or removing a tooth that cannot be saved. In some cases, the priority will be to relieve pain and stabilise the problem, with further treatment arranged at a later appointment.
Detailed examination and X-rays to identify the cause of your emergency quickly and accurately.
Immediate relief from discomfort using appropriate and effective pain control methods.
Fast and effective treatment to stabilise your condition and protect your oral health.
Our team will provide advice based on your symptoms when you contact the practice. In the meantime, you may be able to manage discomfort with pain relief that is suitable for you, following the instructions on the packaging or advice from a pharmacist. Do not place aspirin or other medication directly against the tooth or gum.
If a tooth has been knocked out, handle it by the crown rather than the root. If it is clean and you feel able to do so, gently place an adult tooth back into its socket without forcing it. Otherwise, keep it in milk and contact a dentist immediately. Do not attempt to reinsert a baby tooth.
For swelling, a cold compress held against the outside of the face may provide some relief. Avoid applying heat, as this may worsen certain types of swelling.
If you have severe dental pain, swelling, trauma or another urgent concern, contact Buttercross Dental Practice as soon as possible. Our team will listen carefully, assess the urgency of your symptoms and help you access the most appropriate care.
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