Emergency dentist Poynton

If you are after expert same-day emergency dental treatment in Poynton, you’ve come to the right place. Give us a call on 0161 768 2029.

What is regarded as a Dental Emergency?

To prevent unnecessary visits to the emergency room for yourself, loved ones, and friends, it is vital to be aware of which types of dental pain require immediate dental treatment. Dental accidents can happen unexpectedly, including instances such as swelling or infection in the tooth or gums after a recent filling.

There is a possibility that you may have sustained a cracked tooth from consuming hard foods or engaging in physical activities like rugby or martial arts. In such cases, it might be necessary to seek help from an emergency dentist in Poynton.

Please find below a compilation of dental emergencies that you should keep in mind.

Severe bleeding after a tooth has been pulled out or extracted
Adult teeth or a permanent tooth being knocked out
Unbearable toothache
Swelling that may indicate an infected tooth or gums
Swelling of the mouth or face that doesn’t seem to be getting any better
Oral pain that cannot be controlled with over-the-counter painkillers

Steps to take if you knocked out your tooth?

Make sure to contact your local emergency dentist as soon as possible as it’s very likely that we can return it to its original socket. Make sure you take immediate action as you don’t want to wait around, the sooner you contact the dentist the best chance you have of saving that tooth. Below are the steps that you need to take

Locate the broken tooth
Clean off any dirt or contamination on the tooth
Hold it by the crown and try to put it back into position. This should only be done for adult teeth, not for baby teeth
Bite down on a tissue or something similar (handkerchief) to hold the tooth in place
Call 0161 768 2029 and mention that it’s a dental emergency that requires attention

Infections, abscesses or swellings

Usually, swelling is caused by an infection which might be a slight infection in your teeth or gum tissue, or there might be a more dangerous large abscess that has to be immediately drained. If you feel a swelling that is quite tender and warm to the touch, call our emergency helpline immediately and come in so that you can be accurately diagnosed. Our experts will check your teeth and gums thoroughly and apply the appropriate treatment or prescribe the necessary medication.

How can we help with your dental pain?

For Poynton residents, we invite you to visit our emergency dental clinic, where a team of experienced dental professionals is dedicated to delivering prompt emergency dental care services. We understand the urgency of such situations, which is why we have established a convenient emergency appointment helpline for easy scheduling. Simply dial 0161 768 2029 to speak with a member of our team and arrange an appointment. If you prefer to visit the clinic directly, rest assured that we will make every effort to attend to you as swiftly as possible.

Our primary objective is to provide exceptional dental care to individuals experiencing dental emergencies, regardless of whether they are existing patients or new to our practice. We are fully committed to ensuring that our dental services maintain the highest standards of quality.