Dentists in Derby, Derbyshire 44 Main Street, Etwall, Derby, Derbyshire DE65 6LP
01283 733391
Dentists in Derby, Derbyshire 44 Main Street, Etwall, Derby, Derbyshire DE65 6LP
01283 733391
Dental emergencies are becoming increasingly common, particularly as the country experiences an ever-changing situation regarding COVID-19. Getting patients, the appointment or advice they need is crucial to all those at Etwall Dental Practice. Because of changes to routine dental treatment, we understand it may be increasingly difficult to visit your dentist. We would like to outline the common dental issues that would require emergency contact.
Dental emergencies can include (but are not limited to):
To avoid potential dental emergencies, please do your best to adhere to the basic of dental care .Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste and floss at least twice a day, preferably once in the morning and once at night. The removal of plaque is essential. Do not take unnecessary risks with certain foods or drinks that will damage your teeth. Whilst it may not always be easy to maintain a good level of dental health, we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.
Such is the importance of not taking any obvious risks with food and drink, diet and lifestyle play a major part in avoiding the need for emergency dental treatment. Sugary foods and commonly consumed soft fizzy drinks dissolve enamel on your teeth. Over time, this will make teeth thinner and increasingly vulnerable to physical damage.
Although accidental damage is unavoidable, it’s important your teeth are in the best possible condition, so that any damage is minimal. Most of the time, small chips in teeth can be ignored. However, small chips that cause sharp edges may cause long-term damage to the inside of your mouth, tongue cheeks & soft tissue. If too much of the tooth has been broken off, there is a risk of the tooth root exposed, resulting in significant pain and discomfort, needing emergency dental care. Avoiding dental implants where possible is crucial in maintaining oral health.
If you feel as though you have any dental problems, please don’t hesitate to contact us via phone on 01283 733391 or our contact form. We will do our utmost to accommodate on the same day of calling, we advise calling first thing in the morning as afternoons cannot guarantee same day appointments.
For any non-emergency treatments, such as Teeth Whitening, please see a full list of Treatments.
At Etwall Dental Practice we do our utmost to see emergency patients on the same day wherever possible. We recommend calling us first thing in the morning on 01283 733391 if you have an urgent dental problem, as same-day appointments are more easily accommodated earlier in the day. Afternoon calls cannot always guarantee a same-day slot, though we will always do our best to accommodate you as quickly as possible. Please do not leave a dental emergency without attention, as early treatment can prevent the problem from worsening and causing more extensive damage.
Acting quickly can make the difference between saving and losing a knocked-out tooth. Handle the tooth by the crown (the visible white part) only and avoid touching the root. If the tooth is dirty gently rinse it under cold water for no more than ten seconds — do not scrub it. If possible try to reinsert the tooth into its socket, biting gently on a clean cloth to hold it in place. If this is not possible store the tooth in milk or between your cheek and gum to keep it moist. Contact us immediately on 01283 733391, as the sooner treatment is received the higher the chance of saving the tooth. Do not attempt to reinsert a baby tooth.
A dental abscess is a bacterial infection that can cause severe toothache, swelling of the gum or face, a high temperature, and a general feeling of being unwell. It is important to seek dental treatment promptly, as an abscess will not resolve on its own and can spread. Contact Etwall Dental Practice as soon as possible to arrange an emergency appointment. Do not apply heat to the swollen area and do not attempt to burst it yourself. Over-the-counter pain relief can help manage discomfort in the short term. If swelling is affecting your breathing or swallowing, or if you have a high fever, seek immediate medical attention at A&E.
Contact Etwall Dental Practice as soon as possible to arrange an appointment for repair or replacement. Keep the crown if you can, as it may be possible to recement it. In the meantime the exposed tooth may feel sensitive to air, temperature changes, or pressure. Pharmacy-sold temporary dental cement can provide short-term protection and reduce sensitivity until you are seen. Avoid chewing on the affected side of your mouth and try to keep the area clean. Do not attempt to recement the crown yourself using household glue, as this can damage the tooth or make professional repair more difficult.
Over-the-counter pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can help reduce pain and inflammation while you wait to be seen. Topical dental anaesthetic gels containing benzocaine are also available from pharmacies and can provide temporary localised relief. Clove oil applied to the affected area with a cotton wool ball has a natural anaesthetic effect. Avoid very hot, cold, or sweet food and drink as these are likely to aggravate the tooth. Rinsing the mouth with warm salt water can help if there is any swelling or infection present. These are temporary measures only — please contact us promptly so the underlying cause can be diagnosed and treated.
No, a knocked-out baby tooth should not be reinserted into the socket. Attempting to reimplant a baby tooth can damage the developing adult tooth beneath it. If your child knocks out a baby tooth remain calm, apply gentle pressure to any bleeding with a clean piece of gauze, and contact Etwall Dental Practice for advice. Our team will assess the situation, check that the root of the tooth has come away completely, and monitor the development of the adult tooth to ensure it is not affected. Depending on the age of your child and which tooth was lost, a space maintainer may be recommended to preserve the gap for the incoming adult tooth.
