Emergency Dental Care

Seek immediate care for severe tooth pain, swelling, knocked-out teeth, large chips or cracks, severe bleeding, or facial trauma. These conditions require urgent professional attention.

Visit our dental clinic for tooth pain, broken teeth, or lost fillings. Only go to hospital for severe facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, or breathing difficulties.

Seek emergency care if you experience severe, persistent pain, swelling, or sensitivity that affects your daily activities or sleep.

For knocked-out teeth, keep the tooth moist in milk. For severe pain, use cold compresses and clean the area. Contact us immediately for professional guidance.

Many emergencies can be addressed in one visit. We focus on pain relief and stabilisation, then create a treatment plan if further care is needed.

Initial emergency consultation is $250. Treatment costs vary based on required procedures – from simple fillings to more complex treatments. We provide a complete cost breakdown before any procedure.

We offer flexible payment plans, accept all major health funds with on-the-spot claims, and process eligible CDBS claims for children.

Visit a dental clinic for most dental emergencies like severe tooth pain, broken teeth, or lost fillings. Go to hospital emergency only for severe facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or severe swelling. While hospital emergency care is covered by Medicare, they typically can’t provide comprehensive dental treatment and will refer you to a dentist.

We discuss payment plans and options during your consultation. Eligible patients can access CDBS benefits, and we can guide you through available support options.

Most private health funds in Australia offer coverage for emergency dental consultations, X-rays, and some basic treatments, depending on your level of extras cover. The extent of coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary by policy. We can assist you in checking your specific benefits during your visit to ensure you’re informed about what’s covered.

Immediate treatment options for severe tooth pain include a dental examination to identify the cause, followed by appropriate relief measures such as:

• Pain relief medication: Over-the-counter or prescribed painkillers to manage discomfort.
• Temporary fillings: To seal a damaged tooth or cavity temporarily.
• Drainage: For abscesses or infections, to reduce swelling and relieve pressure.
• Tooth extraction: If the tooth is beyond repair and causing significant pain.
• Root canal therapy: To treat infections or damage inside the tooth.

Your dentist will determine the best course of action based on the underlying issue and provide further care as needed.

It depends on the condition of the tooth and the overall oral health. Dentists consider factors like:

• Extent of damage or decay: If the tooth can be saved by removing the infected pulp and sealing it (root canal), this is often preferred. If the tooth is too damaged, extraction may be necessary.
• Bone and gum health: A strong, healthy foundation supports the success of a root canal. Severely damaged gums or bone loss may require extraction.
• Infection severity: A manageable infection can be treated with a root canal, but widespread or recurring infections might warrant extraction.
• Tooth function and placement: Preserving teeth is ideal for chewing, alignment, and aesthetics. Extraction may be chosen for non-essential teeth or when saving the tooth would harm surrounding structures.

Emergency dental treatment focuses on relieving pain, stabilising the condition, and addressing the immediate issue. It typically involves:

• Diagnosis: A thorough examination, often with X-rays, to determine the cause of pain or injury.
• Pain management: Administering local anesthesia or medications to control discomfort.
• Immediate treatment: This may include:
  • Temporary or permanent fillings for cavities or fractures.
  • Treating infections with drainage or antibiotics.
  • Tooth re-implantation or repair for knocked-out or broken teeth.
  • Extractions if the tooth is beyond repair.
• Follow-up care planning: Instructions for aftercare and scheduling additional appointments for comprehensive treatment if needed.

Most emergency appointments take 45-60 minutes. Complex cases might require longer or multiple visits for complete resolution.

We provide specific aftercare instructions based on your treatment. This may include pain management, temporary eating restrictions, and follow-up care guidelines.