Emergency Care

Clinical Overview

Dental emergencies encompass any urgent dental issue that requires immediate clinical intervention to alleviate severe pain, control active bleeding, or salvage a damaged tooth. Common emergencies include acute dental abscesses (infections), knocked-out teeth, severe crown fractures exposing nerves, or localized facial trauma. Early emergency treatment is critical to prevent dangerous spread of infection and preserve tooth structure.

When is This Treatment Recommended?

You may require or benefit from this service if you notice any of the following clinical signs:

• Severe, throbbing tooth pain that keeps you awake and resists painkillers.
• A tooth that has been fully knocked out or fractured in an accident.
• Swelling in your gums, cheek, or face accompanied by a fever or difficulty swallowing.