Dental emergencies take many different shapes and forms. Some of the most common include:

• A knocked-out tooth
  

• A cracked, chipped or broken tooth
  

• Severe swelling of the gum, mouth or jaw
  

• Persistent bleeding from the mouth
  

• A broken dental restoration
  

• A suspected broken jaw
  

• Severe toothache that isn’t relieved using over the counter pain medications
  

If you experience any of the issues listed above, you should make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.

Exactly what will happen at your emergency dentist appointment will depend on the type of problem you are experiencing. For example, if you have a knocked-out tooth, your dentist will do everything possible to see if it can be replaced. If you are suffering from an abscess, you may be given antibiotics and pain medication to help get it under control. Your dentist will have the skill and experience required to assess your injury or issue and provide the most appropriate care. 

A knocked-out tooth is a very common dental emergency, but many people are unaware that what they do between their accident and reaching their dentist could make the difference as to whether their tooth is successfully replaced or not. If you or someone you are with has a tooth knocked out, such as by a blunt force trauma to the face, you should try and retrieve the tooth to take to your dentist. Take care not to touch the root and place it into a glass of milk or water to preserve it. If the tooth is intact, it may be possible to reattach it. 

In most cases, if you visit your emergency dentist because you have a broken tooth or restoration, you will be given a temporary repair that will restore the function of your teeth until a permanent solution can be arranged. For example, if you lose a crown, you will be fitted with a temporary variety until a new, custom-designed crown can be arranged for you. 

The cost of emergency dental care at Riverside begins at £79 for emergency pain relief for registered patients. Your emergency dentist will be able to give you an accurate estimate at the time of your appointment.