Dental emergencies not only strike unexpectedly, causing physical discomfort and anxiety, but do so in a variety of ways. Knowing how to identify dental emergencies (and what to do when they arise) makes all the difference in the world.
Here are a few of the dental issues that a person is most likely to encounter and how to identify whether they rise to the level of an emergency and require immediate care:
- Sudden, persistent and severe toothache that is unresponsive to at-home remedies like icepacks, rinses with salt water and over-the-counter pain medication.
- Broken, loose or knocked-out adult teeth due to trauma, accidents, untreated decay or biting on hard objects.
- Red, tender and visibly swollen gums, usually caused by infection or gum disease.
- Swelling of the jawbone is also a sign of infection, abscess or serious injury.
Most dental emergencies will not fully resolve on their own and require attention from your dentist.
Emergency Dental Care in Casuarina, NT
If you’re in Casuarina and would like to learn more about how to properly identify dental emergencies that require immediate care, contact dentist Dr Jean Francois Cohen and the Casuarina Square Dental Care team to arrange a consultation!