We know that everyone feels stressed before an emergency dental appointment, so we are here to help you minimise the anxiety you may be feeling
An emergency dental appointment is designed to address sudden and often painful dental problems that require immediate action, from dental trauma and toothache right through to gum infections or a lost filling. Read on to understand what you can expect during an emergency treatment.
What to expect when you arrive at the dental clinic
Arriving at the dental clinic for an emergency appointment can be incredibly nerve-wracking, especially if you’re in a huge amount of pain and don’t know what to expect at your appointment.
If you are nervous, it can help to understand what will happen once you arrive at your dental practice. Here’s a rundown of what to expect:
Before Your Appointment:
First and foremost, before your appointment, your dentist will make note of your symptoms including the level of pain you are in and whether or not you are suffering from bleeding, swelling or any other relevant factors which will help your dentist to prepare for arrival.
Check-in Process:
As part of the check-in process, You will also be asked to provide your medical history including a breakdown of any underlying medical conditions and any medications you’re currently taking.
You should also keep in mind that you might have a short wait in the waiting room, depending on how busy the dentist is.
Preparing to see your dentist:
Once your dentist is ready to see you, you will be asked a number of questions including a description of the pain you are in, the location of your pain, and the severity of your pain. If your dental issue is the result of trauma, you will also be asked to explain what happened.
Of course, the more details you provide, the better, as your dentist can gain a better insight into your situation and diagnose the issue more quickly. If you do have any questions about the treatment you are going to receive, this is also a great opportunity for you to ask your dentist.
What happens during your emergency dentistry appointment?
Once your dentist has gathered all of the information they need, they will then examine you, discuss treatment options, and provide the emergency treatment you require.
Depending on your situation, it may be the case that your dentist has to prioritise pain relief measures first including prescribing antibiotics or local anaesthetic to address discomfort or. On the other hand, your dentist may have to perform a dental procedure.
Some of the most common emergency dental procedures include the following:
Abscess: providing drainage or antibiotics to treat an infected tooth.
Toothache: Removing decay or placing a temporary filling.
Dental trauma: Addressing pain, bleeding and swelling.
Dislodged Tooth: Repositioning a dislodged tooth in the socket.
Post-extraction care: Dealing with any complications.
Sudden and often painful dental problems can arise from various causes and it’s certainly not a case of one size fits all when it comes to addressing emergency dental concerns.
In any dental emergency, it’s crucial that you reach out to your dentist as quickly as possible, especially if your tooth has been knocked out due to trauma.
Beaulieu’s 24/7 emergency dental care
Here at Beaulieu Dental, we fully understand the stress and trauma that can come hand in hand with emergency dental care and your comfort and wellbeing are always a top priority. Our goal is to always ensure that our 24/7 emergency dental care is as stress free as possible.
Beaulieu Dental is a modern and welcoming dental practice in Chelmsford. We are really proud of our 5-star ratings on Google and Facebook.
We offer a wide range of treatments and are accepting new private and Denplan patients. Dental sedation is available, and we have a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week emergency service. We also offer direct access appointments for our hygienists, meaning you can see them without first seeing a dentist.
How to book an emergency dental appointment
We offer a 24/7 emergency call-out service for all dental emergencies and if you think you need an emergency dentist in Chelmsford, please call us on 01245 465586, or fill out our form, and a member of our team will get back to you shortly.
You can still access our emergency dentist appointments even if you are not registered with our practice. However, please note that a call-out fee will apply.
If you need an emergency dental appointment, please use this form and a member of our team will get in touch with you as quickly as possible. Remember, we are always here to help!
