We understand that accidents can happen at any time, usually when you least expect them and this is why we offer emergency dental appointments. Whether you have broken a tooth or you’ve had your tooth knocked out, we are here to help and once you have contacted the practice we will do everything we can to see you and make you comfortable as quickly as possible.

Dental emergencies

Common types of dental emergency include broken teeth, chipped teeth, dislodged teeth, severe tooth pain, jaw fractures and facial injuries and dental abscesses. Common causes of dental injuries include sports injuries, fighting, trips and falls and random accidents; dental abscesses are often a result of poor oral hygiene and bacterial infection.

What to do if you’ve experienced a dental emergency

If you suddenly experience severe dental pain, you think you’ve broken a tooth or you suffer an accident, which results in dental injuries, contact the practice and we will try to arrange an appointment as quickly as possible. Our aim is to ease any pain as soon as possible and once one of our dentists has examined your mouth and asked you a few questions, they will be able to discuss treatment options with you.

Treatment for a broken tooth

If you have a broken tooth you may find that your tooth is tender and painful, especially if you try to bite down on it or chew food. When you see your dentist they will X-ray your mouth to check the extent of the damage and confirm a diagnosis; they will then discuss the treatment options with you, which may include a filling, a crown or in very severe vases, when the tooth is damaged beyond repair, extraction.

Emergency dental appointments at Dublin18 Dental Care

In addition to urgent appointments during office hours, we also offer out of hours appointments. When you ring the practice, you will be directed to our emergency mobile phone. Emergency care is also available to non-patients at Dublin18 Dental Care near Deansgrange.