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Dental emergencies happen. When they do, we try to see you the same day to help manage pain.

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Emergency Dentistry in Highgate Hill, QLD

dental team getting ready for emergency dental exam highgate hillDental emergencies can happen suddenly, and you never know when you might be in need of the services of an emergency dentist in Highgate Hill. When you do need one, it can feel comforting to have a dental team you already trust to have your best interests at heart, especially during a vulnerable moment. 

Our friendly, considerate dental staff understand emergency problems and how to handle them. Whether your own dental emergency involves sudden tooth pain, knocked-out teeth, bleeding gums or more—we invite you to see us as soon as you can.

How to Know if It Is a Dental Emergency

If you're looking for an out of hours emergency dentist, it may go without saying that you're likely to be in a certain amount of pain. If you are undergoing progressive dental distress, then give our dental practice a call immediately to speak to our emergency dental staff. 

Any dental pain or discomfort, especially if it doesn't go away or continues to get worse, is likely a sign of an ongoing dental emergency that needs to be addressed right away.

On the other hand, a chipped tooth or broken dentures may be able to wait until the next day for our dental professionals to treat. If you're unsure whether you are experiencing a dental emergency, we invite you to give us a call so we can help alleviate pain and diagnose your issue. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Like so many things in life, accidents cannot be predicted. They can occur seemingly out of nowhere—knocked-out teeth, cracked or chipped teeth, sudden toothaches, and loose dental crowns are a few examples of dental emergencies.

As sudden and stressful as these scenarios may be, our patients can relax knowing that we understand what they're going through and that we're here to help. We can work with you in any emergency dental situation, even if it's after hours. 

Typical Dental Emergencies That We Treat

From slight to compound dental emergencies, our dental team is equipped to provide the necessary care and treatment so you can feel relieved of pain and stress.

Knocked-Out Teeth

Not all dental emergencies have deadlines, but broken or knocked-out teeth have a narrow time-frame in which we can save your tooth. This means that we should see you immediately to improve our chances. Until you can see us, it's important to keep the tooth root from drying out. We recommend keeping it safe in your mouth, or in a container of milk or water. Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to aid with pain and inflammation.

Tooth Pain

Dental distress can be extremely stressful, not to mention how it can impact a nice meal, a meeting at work, or just daily life. Unlike cramps or headaches that go away in time, tooth pain rarely does—and if it does, it often comes back worse. If you are suffering from tooth aches, call us immediately. 

Fractured Teeth

If a piece of your tooth has broken off, or if your tooth has fractured—it is important that our dentists treat your dental emergency right away. We can reattach pieces of your broken tooth, or apply dental bonding to chips and cracks to prevent bacteria from entering and infecting your tooth. 

Lost or Broken Dental Crown

If you have broken or lost your dental restoration, we are available to fix it at any time. We know that it can be uncomfortable, and we want to seal your tooth from food particles or bacteria. . 

Schedule With Us if You Have a Dental Emergency

If you are experiencing a dental emergency in Highgate Hill, don't hold back on letting us know. We are a zero-judgment environment. Our job is to help you, not scold you. We want to hear if you've fallen and chipped your tooth, or even if you just feel like something seems off.

The attentive dental team at Be Well Dental is available to help.

Being involved in sports or boisterous play is a part of growing up, but pastimes that are too rambunctious can sometimes result in a knocked-out tooth. We can help parents determine what to do if their child loses a baby or a permanent tooth. 

Losing a Baby Tooth

This may not seem so dire—after all, baby teeth are meant to fall out, right? Dr Will, Dr Bao and Dr Trang will still want to evaluate your child's mouth and make sure it is clean from debris, and nothing else is damaged. 

Baby teeth are not as deeply entrenched as permanent teeth, so there's less risk of permanent damage. Still, it's always a good idea to have your children's dentist check things out. Losing a baby tooth too soon can cause problems for permanent teeth emerging, often leading to nearby teeth crowding the new space. If there is not enough room for the tooth to emerge, it can create crooked teeth and eating issues. 

If your child has knocked out a baby tooth, we may need to insert a space maintainer to hold space until the permanent tooth is ready to emerge. 

Losing Adult Teeth

Seeing your child right away allows us to possibly reattach the knocked-out tooth. Avoid touching the tooth root but keep it moist by putting it in a container of milk or water. 

Does Your Child Have a Dental Emergency? 

It's important that we see your child right away if they have knocked out a tooth, even after hours. We invite you to call Be Well Dental at (07) 3846-2002 immediately so we can have the best chance at saving your child's tooth.

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How to Handle Your Dental Emergency in Highgate Hill, QLD

patient during emergency dentistry exam in highgate hill QLDOnce you have contacted us, there are measures you can take to help temporarily reduce pain and help save your teeth. 

  • Severe tooth pain — Rinse out your mouth with warm water to remove any debris or particles. Over-the-counter painkillers can help reduce inflammation and discomfort 
  • Broken or cracked tooth — Rinse your mouth out with warm water before applying a cold compress the inflamed area.
  • Something stuck between teeth — If trying to gently remove the object doesn't work through flossing, let our dentist help
  • Knocked-out tooth — This is a time-sensitive issue, if we can see you within an hour we may be able to save your tooth. It's important to not let the root dry out by placing it in a small container of milk or water
  • Bleeding gums — Rinse your mouth with warm water before applying a cold compress to the inflamed area

Are You in Need of Emergency Dental Services?

If you are experiencing unusual oral health activity or pain, it is likely you need an emergency dentist. At Be Well Dental, emergency services are just one of the many dental treatments that we offer. Dental pain is never a common thing and should be treated seriously. 

Whether you need an emergency visit or are looking for a new dentist to trust, give our dental practice a call on (07) 3846-2002.

*All surgical or invasive procedures carry risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information throughout this site is not intended to be taken as medical advice. 

*Treatment outcomes vary between individuals. Your dentist will discuss what results are realistic for your circumstances.

*Treatment timelines depend on patient suitability and clinical needs. Your dentist will confirm your expected treatment timeframe.

 

Meet Our Doctors:

Dr Will Huynh highgate hill qld

Dr Will Huynh
Dentist

Dr Will Huynh has been a local of the area most of his life. After graduating from the University of Queensland in 2006, he practised in regional centres of Gympie, ...

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Dr Bao Tran Nguyen highgate hill qld

Dr Bao Tran Nguyen
Dentist

Dr Bao Tran Nguyen was born in Vietnam and lived there until she was age five. She lived in a Malaysian refugee camp for over four years before being settled ...

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Dr Trang Truong highgate hill qld

Dr Trang Truong
Dentist

Dr Trang Truong grew up locally in West End, attending West End State School and Brisbane State High. She graduated from the University of Queensland with Honours in 2006. After ...

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Emergency Dentistry Technology

Rotary Endodontics

When most patients think of root canal therapy, words like 'gentle' and 'comfort' don't also spring to mind. Yet, with the improvement of dental tools, we aim to make these dental procedures more serene and tranquil. 

Traditionally, rotary instruments were designed from uncomfortably inflexible steel. Recent versions are crafted from nickel-titanium, which are adjustable and allow us to more easily manoeuvre around the tooth's canals. Additionally, electric rotary tools vibrate less, which many patients report appreciating. 

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There’s nothing better than travelling to somewhere you’ve never been before; it’s exciting to think about what you’ll see, who you’ll meet and what kinds of interesting food options you might encounter. Whether you’re travelling or beaching nearby or far away, one thing that can quickly ruin a trip is a dental emergency.

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Disclaimer: All surgical or invasive procedures carry risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. The information throughout this site is not intended to be taken as medical advice.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.