2. Lost filling or crown
When there is decay under the filling or crown, the chemical and physical connection of the fillings or crowns to the tooth structure might be breached and sooner or later filling or crown can come loose/off. At the same time, because affected tooth is no longer well-protected, the tooth could also feel sensitive to hot or cold or sore. It is paramount to fix the problem as soon as possible. By delaying treatment, a simple filling might turn into something more complicated or even loss of tooth.
3. Trauma
When trauma occurs, the first thing to do is to stay calm. If the person is unconscious, it is best to contact 000 immediately. If there is excessive bleeding or other open wound injuries in any other areas of the body, it is best to try and stop the bleeding by applying firm pressure with a clean piece of cloth, and go to the hospital emergency as soon as possible, prior to contacting your dentist to check the damages to your teeth.
If part or whole of the tooth is completely or partially knocked out, it is best to be put back in position straight away if at all possible. It is important to only handle the tooth by holding its crown/head, and try to avoid touching the root end.
If the tooth is completely knocked out and could not be re positioned for any reasons, then it is best to store the tooth in milk or saliva and bring it to your dentist as soon as you can. Time is of great importance here. We recommend you to come in to see us within 60 mins.
4. Facial swelling
Facial swelling is a very serious condition and it could be lift threatening. If you are experiencing symptoms of difficulty with breathing and swallowing, you should go to the hospital emergency department immediately.
One of the most common reason of facial swelling is dental abscess. Dental abscess develops when the body’s immune system could not sustain the growth of bacteria. Antibacterial might be necessary to temporary control the spread of infection, but the offending tooth or gum must be treated in order to completely stop the infection.
Other reasons of facial swelling could be injuries, virus infection or tumor.
If you are affected by facial swelling, please call us for an assessment, and we would do out best address your condition.
Is there any way to prevent a dental emergency?
At Lara Village Dental, we believe prevention is the key to oral health.
Regular check-ups and cleans, and routine dental x rays every 1-2 years are certainly going to pick up most of dental problems early.
Early intervention significantly increase the chance of saving the tooth and often the treatment procedure is much easier and costs a lot less.
Sports mouth guards are highly recommended, as they would minimise the impact of any injuries during sports. Our dentists recommend mouth guards for any people (kid, teenager, or adult) who engage in sport, not just for professionals.
We accept all major private health insurance and dental vouchers.
Call us now and our friendly team of Lara Village Dental will try to assist you the best we could.
