When you may need toothache & emergency care
- Throbbing or constant tooth pain
- Pain that wakes you up at night
- Facial or gum swelling
- A tooth that has broken, chipped or been knocked out
- A lost filling or crown with pain or sensitivity
- Bleeding that does not stop after a dental procedure
What to expect
- Call or WhatsApp usTell us your symptoms so we can see you as early as we can.
- Find the causeWe examine the area and take an X-ray when needed.
- Relieve the painTreatment starts with relief, such as cleaning out infection, adjusting a filling or draining an abscess.
- Plan the next stepIf you need a root canal, filling, crown or extraction, we explain it clearly before we begin.
Benefits
- Quick assessment of the cause
- Pain relief as the first priority
- Clear explanation of options
- Follow-up care so the problem does not return
Questions about toothache & emergency care
What can I do at home while I wait for my appointment?
Rinse gently with lukewarm salt water, keep your head slightly raised, and use a cold compress on the cheek if it is swollen. Take pain relief as directed on the pack. Do not put aspirin on the gum.
When is a toothache an emergency?
Facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, or bleeding that will not stop need urgent care. Call us straight away, and go to a hospital emergency department if you have trouble breathing or swallowing.
What if my tooth gets knocked out?
Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse it briefly with milk or water without scrubbing, and try to place it back in the socket or keep it in milk. Call us immediately.
Will I need a root canal for every toothache?
No. Pain can come from decay, a loose filling, gum infection or sensitivity. We diagnose it first, then choose the simplest treatment that works.
This page gives general information. Every mouth is different, so the right treatment and timeline depend on your examination.