Responding to dental emergencies
Open 7 days a week
For urgent care and assistance, call (07) 3848 8002
Responding to dental emergencies
Open 7 days a week
For urgent care and assistance, call (07) 3848 8002
We’ve been there too — sudden tooth pain, swelling, or a broken tooth that stops you in your tracks.At Dental Health Care, we keep dedicated emergency appointment slots open 7 days a week so you can be seen quickly. Our caring team provides urgent treatments and, when needed, can prescribe pain relief — helping you feel comfortable again and get back to your day without delay.
Clinic hours:
| Weekdays | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | 8:00 am – 2:00 pm |
| Sunday | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, call our friendly reception team on (07) 3848 8002 right away. One of our experienced dentists will guide you through the next steps and provide the urgent care you need to feel better quickly.
What counts as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is any sudden problem with your teeth, gums, or mouth that causes pain, swelling, or damage. These situations often come out of nowhere and need prompt attention to stop them from getting worse. Some of the most common reasons people seek urgent dental care include:
- Knocked-out or dislodged teeth
- Severe toothache or sudden pain
- Broken or damaged teeth, fillings, crowns, bridges, or dentures
- Swelling in the face, jaw, or neck
- Trauma to the face or jaw affecting teeth
- Lost or loosened fillings or crowns
- Abscesses or signs of infection (pus, severe gum pain, bad taste)
- Soft tissue injuries inside the mouth (gums, lips, or tongue)
- Objects stuck between teeth causing pain or damage
- Broken wires or brackets from braces or orthodontic appliances
Know when to go to the hospital
We can help with most dental emergencies — but if it’s life-threatening, go to the hospital immediately. That means things like:
- Trauma to the head, face, or neck with loss of consciousness, memory loss, or bleeding from the ears or nose
- Severe dizziness, intense head or ear pain, or teeth that no longer fit together after an injury
- Swelling that spreads into the neck, around the eyes, or into the throat
For everything else — tooth pain, broken teeth, swelling, lost fillings — that’s where we step in. Call us right away and we’ll guide you on what to do until you arrive. Our team will manage your pain, protect your teeth, and get you comfortable again quickly.
Steps to take right away
For non-life-threatening dental emergencies, call us straight away — and use these tips to help protect your teeth until your appointment.
In many dental emergencies, there are simple steps you can take at home to protect your teeth, ease discomfort, and limit further damage. While these measures don’t replace professional treatment, they can help you stay more comfortable and buy valuable time until you see us.
If a tooth is knocked out or dislodged
- Handle the tooth by the crown and avoid touching the root.
- If possible, gently place it back into its socket—do not force it.
- If you can’t reposition it, keep the tooth moist in your cheek or in a clean container with milk or saliva.
- Avoid washing the tooth with water and do not touch the socket, to reduce the risk of infection.
Managing toothache or sudden pain
- If safe for you, take NSAIDs (like ibuprofen) according to the instructions on the packaging.
- Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to help reduce pain and swelling (place a towel between the ice pack and your skin).
- Avoid using heat on the area, as this can increase inflammation.
Don’t be the tough guy
If you push through severe dental pain, guess what’s on the other side? More pain — and often greater damage. Don’t go there!
Getting help quickly means less pain, less damage, and the best chance of saving your natural teeth. Our caring team at Dental Health Care is here 7 days a week to restore your comfort and protect your smile.
Call us now on (07) 3848 8002 — relief and reassurance are only a phone call away.
* The information on this page is intended as general guidance only and should not replace professional dental advice. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please contact our clinic directly or seek immediate medical attention in serious cases.
