At-home remedies, including pain relievers and gels, are no substitute for dental care. A toothache means something is wrong. So, always book an emergency dental visit immediately and allow the dentist to assess your tooth.
As you await your visit, there are a few things you can do to ease discomfort.
Toothache: Your Step-by-Step First Aid Guide
- Keep the Tooth Clean: You can rinse the painful tooth with warm saltwater to help ease pain and disinfect the tooth.
- Apply a Cold Compress: You can apply an ice pack periodically to ease pain and swelling as you await your emergency dental visit.
- Take an Over-the-Counter Pain Reliever: If you’re medically able, a pain-relieving tablet can last until you see your emergency dentist in Mirrabooka.
If you’ve injured your tooth and there's bleeding, you can gently bite on sterile gauze to help staunch the flow.
Additionally, when you contact our emergency dental clinic, a team member will provide personalised guidance tailored to your specific dental emergency.
Why You Should Never Delay Dental Care
Approximately 30 per cent of Australians postpone needed dental visits, which can result in trips to the emergency department. Unfortunately, the emergency department (ED) is often ill-equipped to handle dental health issues.
A toothache that starts small can become excruciating within hours or days, threatening your comfort and dental health.
It’s essential to remember that most sudden toothaches are caused by root infections. Without proper care, these infections can spread and potentially lead to tooth loss.
Signs of a root infection include:
- Toothache
- Jaw swelling
- Blister on the gum
- Tooth discolouration (eventually)
We provide gentle emergency dental care in Mirrabooka!
Your Emergency Dentist Awaits Your Call
If you have a toothache or another dental emergency, please contact us as soon as possible. We urge you to call a dental team member at (08) 9349 3688 for guidance.