Emergency Care
Toothache & Dental Pain
Emergency Dental Care
If you experience significant facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or difficulty breathing, urgent medical attention should be sought.
Dental pain can be uncomfortable and disruptive. If you are experiencing toothache or oral pain, timely assessment is important to identify the cause and discuss appropriate management.
At Junction Village Dental, we aim to provide prompt assessment for patients experiencing dental discomfort.
What to Do If You Have Tooth Pain
If you are experiencing toothache:
- Contact our practice to arrange an appointment
- Avoid chewing on the affected side
- Maintain gentle oral hygiene
- Use over-the-counter pain relief as directed by your pharmacist or medical practitioner
If you experience significant facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or difficulty breathing, urgent medical attention should be sought.
Common Causes of Toothache
Tooth pain can occur for a variety of reasons, including:
- Tooth decay
- Cracked or fractured teeth
- Infection
- Gum inflammation
- Grinding or clenching
- Failing fillings or restorations
Pain may range from mild sensitivity to more persistent or severe discomfort.
What to Expect at an Emergency Appointment
During your emergency visit, we will:
- Discuss your symptoms
- Perform a clinical examination
- Take radiographs (x-rays) if clinically indicated
- Explain findings clearly
- Discuss available treatment options
Our priority is to identify the cause of pain and outline appropriate next steps.
Possible Treatment Options
Management depends on the underlying cause and may include:
- Temporary dressing or stabilisation
- Filling placement
- Root canal treatment
- Crown placement
- Extraction
- Referral where required
All treatment options are discussed before proceeding.
Preventing Future Toothache
Regular check-ups allow early detection of decay, cracks and gum concerns before they progress to pain.
Preventative care and maintenance remain an important part of long-term oral health.
Book an Emergency Appointment
If you are experiencing toothache or dental pain, we encourage you to contact our team to arrange assessment. We will do our best to accommodate urgent concerns as soon as possible.
