Dental Emergencies

Fast and reliable emergency dentist in Shepard’s Bush

Dental emergencies can occur unexpectedly, causing discomfort and concern. At The Bush Dental Clinic, we prioritise prompt and effective treatment to alleviate pain and address urgent dental issues.

What constitutes a dental emergency?

A dental emergency involves situations requiring immediate attention to relieve pain, stop ongoing tissue bleeding, or address infections. Common dental emergencies include:

• Toothache: Dental decay, cracked teeth, broken fillings and infections can all be a source of dental pain.
• Chipped or Broken Teeth: Accidents can lead to fractured teeth, causing pain and sensitivity.
• Knocked-Out Tooth: Immediate action is crucial to potentially save the tooth.
• Lost Filling or Crown: Losing a restoration can expose the tooth to damage and sensitivity.
• Abscess: A localised infection that can lead to severe pain and serious complications if not treated appropriately

If you experience any of these issues, contact us immediately for guidance and to schedule an emergency appointment.

We try our best to offer same day emergency appointments. To ensure you get an appointment please call early in the morning.

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Why choose The Bush Dental’s emergency dental services

At The Bush Dental Clinic, our team is equipped to handle a variety of dental emergencies. We are different and why you should choose us:

• We care: Our friendly receptions and compassionate dentists will ensure that you are listened to and booked in appropriately. We will ensure that you leave with short-term pain relief and a long-term treatment goal for your presenting issue.
• Same Day Appointment: We do try our best to get you booked in with one of our dentists on the same day you seek our help. To make sure you are seen, please call us early in the morning; if this is not possible, we will get you booked in as soon as possible.
• Same day Services Include: Pain relief, tooth repair, infection management and tooth replacement.
• 24-hour emergency helpline: We go that extra mile for our existing and new patients. You can contact us 24 hours a day, weekday or weekend for help and advice outside of practice opening hours.

If you experience any of these issues, contact us immediately for guidance and to schedule an emergency appointment.

Preventing dental emergencies

While accidents happen, maintaining good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups can reduce the risk of emergencies. We recommend:

• Routine Examinations: Scheduling regular check-ups to identify and address potential issues early.
• Protective Gear: Wearing mouthguards during sports to prevent injury.
• Avoiding Hard Foods: Being cautious with foods that can crack or chip teeth.

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Emergency dental care tips

You shouldn’t have to wait too long to see us, but if you do have a mouth-related mishap, you might want to follow these handy dental emergency tips to help relieve pain and prevent further damage:

Knocked out tooth – We will be much more likely to save the tooth if you see us quickly. Hold the tooth carefully and avoid touching the roots – these are very delicate. Rinse gently with water to remove excess skin. If you can, try to put the tooth back and make sure it is the right way around. If you can’t, don’t force it in, as this could damage the tooth and the gum. Place it in some milk or water containing a pinch of salt and bring it in to us as soon as possible, without delay.

Chipped tooth – First rinse your mouth with warm water. If you have any pieces, keep them. A cold compress will help reduce any swelling and you can stop any bleeding with a piece of gauze/tissue pressed on the wound.

Lost filling or crown – Keep the restoration if you still have it. If intact, you can use over-the-counter dental cement. Book an appointment with us as soon as possible.

Abscess – If you suspect you are suffering from an abscess, rinse your mouth with warm, salty water and take over-the-counter painkillers. If you develop a high temperature, severe pain, or difficulty breathing, contact us as soon as possible for further advice on how to proceed.

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