Common Dental Emergencies We Treat
Severe Tooth Pain / Toothache
- Persistent or throbbing pain
- Pain while eating or drinking
- Sudden unbearable discomfort
May indicate infection, decay, or nerve involvement. Same-day evaluation recommended.
Swelling / Infection / Abscess
- Facial swelling or cheek swelling
- Gum swelling or pus discharge
- Dental abscess
Can spread if untreated. Requires urgent treatment and infection control.
Broken / Chipped / Cracked Tooth
- Tooth fracture due to accident or biting
- Chipped front tooth
- Partial or complete breakage
Early treatment helps preserve tooth structure and aesthetics
Permanent Tooth
- Time-sensitive emergency
- Can often be saved if treated within 30–60 minutes
Follow emergency steps and reach clinic immediately
Lost Crown / Filling / Cap
- Crown or cap dislodged while eating
- Filling lost exposing sensitive tooth
Requires prompt restoration to prevent damage
Wisdom Tooth Emergencies
- Severe pain at the back of the mouth
- Swelling and difficulty opening mouth
- Infection around wisdom tooth
May require medication or surgical intervention
Bleeding & Post-Treatment Complications
- Bleeding after extraction
- Injury-related bleeding
- Persistent gum bleeding
Controlled care required if bleeding does not stop
Root Canal / Post-Treatment Emergencies
- Pain after root canal treatment
- Swelling or reinfection
- Temporary filling or crown dislodged
Requires reassessment and stabilisation
Orthodontic Emergencies
- Braces wire poking cheek
- Broken bracket
- Aligner cracked or not fitting
- Discomfort during treatment
Minor issues can be managed quickly with guidance or visit
Implant-Related Emergencies
- Implant discomfort or pain
- Swelling around implant
- Implant crown loosening
Early intervention prevents complications
TMJ / Jaw Emergencies
- Jaw locking or inability to open mouth
- Sudden jaw pain
- Clicking with pain
May require immediate evaluation and supportive care
