EMERGENCY HELPLINE
When it comes to emergency toothache, tooth decay is the primary cause. It affects both children and grown-ups. A toothache is usually the result of bacteria living in a person’s mouth. These microorganisms are forming plaque that sticks to teeth. Acids delivered by the microscopic organisms in plaque can eat through the hard, white covering surface of your teeth. The cavity is a result of such action. Once a person eats something sweet, very cold or very hot and experiences pain on more than one occasion it probably means there’s decay going on the inner side of the mouth.
Various types of pain may occur in such cases: sharp, throbbing or constant pain par example. Sometimes the pain is present only when a person presses against the damaged tooth. One can experience a fever or a severe headache as a result of decayed teeth. Others feel sudden pain in the tooth or jaw, and it ranges from moderate to severe intensity.
If you experience any such or similar pain and if the pain lasts for more than one day – do not hesitate to visit the call us at Dental emergency Cheadle. In the meantime – before you get access to the doctor – you can help yourself at least a bit with the following procedures
Use warm water to wash and rinse your mouth. Carefully try to remove any food particles left in your mouth. Use dental floss. Take appropriate and buyable-without-prescription pain relievers. Alert: do not press it against your gums, or it may cause gum tissue burning! You can also achieve temporary pain relief by using over-the-counter antiseptic benzocaine; it should be placed directly on the irritated tooth and/or gum, but you have to be very careful when using products containing benzocaine.
Despite what some people think, using a warm or hot compress won’t help—it can actually make the pain worse. Instead, applying a cold compress to the outside of the painful area helps reduce swelling and numbs the pain.
Our services are available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays, with appointment-only treatments on Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays. After 6:00 PM, you can still reach us on 0161 428 2355 for urgent inquiries. Contact us to book an appointment!
Routine and emergency appointments available at Dental Emergency Cheadle.
Call Us: 0161 768 2028 or click on the link below
Call the dental emergency helpline or out-of-hours call on 0161 768 2026
Our highly trained operator will answer your call, take your details and book an appointment
You will be then asked to pay a small emergency call out charge using a credit or debit card.
Tooth pain can happen for many reasons — cavities, infection, cracked teeth, gum problems, or even something stuck between your teeth. Only a dentist can pinpoint the cause, but sudden or severe pain usually means something needs urgent attention.
At night, blood flow to your head increases when you lie down, which can make tooth pain feel worse. Also, fewer distractions make you notice the pain more. If it’s keeping you awake, it’s a sign you should see a dentist.
Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods can mean your tooth enamel is worn down, you have a cavity, or your gums are receding. If the pain is sharp or lingers, it could be a deeper infection.
Swelling usually means infection. This is serious — if the swelling spreads to your face or jaw, or you have fever or trouble swallowing, you should seek emergency care right away.
Wisdom teeth can cause pain when they’re impacted (stuck under the gum), growing at an angle, or infected. In some cases, removal is the best solution.
