Emergency & Pain Relief
Emergency & Pain Relief
Get help for emergencies and tooth aches during business hours.
We allocate time for dental emergencies and oral pain relief.
Fearing Visiting The Dentist?
We understand. Being “afraid of the dentist” is very common. We recognise the impact bad dental experiences can have on your tolerance of treatment and we have a lot of strategies to help you with this.
Be assured we do everything we can to make your visit as comfortable and stress-free as we can. We are extremely gentle and non-judgmental.
Root Canal Treatment
If the nerve is affected but the tooth can be saved, root canal treatment may prevent extraction.
The procedure involves removing the pulp, applying medication, and cleaning the root canal.
At a second visit, once the pain has settled, the canal is sealed with Gutta Percha and a permanent filling or crown is placed.
Lost Crown or Bridge
Try to find the crown and keep it. In most cases, it can be easily re-cemented at our office.
If you feel the crown is loose, don’t chew on it and make an appointment. It is normal sometimes to feel some sensitivity in that tooth.
Book your appointment.
Toothache
If a toothache is keeping you awake at night and pain relief medication doesn’t reduce it, you should book your emergency appointment with us as soon as possible.
Try not to rub the area. Use a cold pack, rinse with lukewarm salty water and ask someone to drive you to your emergency appointment.
After evaluating the tooth, we will give you several options, with the advantages and disadvantages of every case.
Knocked Out Tooth
If involved in an accident or sports injury, you have to act fast. Pick up the tooth from the crown (do not touch the root).
If some soil is present, rinse the tooth with cool water or milk without rubbing it. Try to place it back gently in the socket (where it came out from) in the correct position.
Put it in a small container with milk and come to visit us as soon as possible.
Broken Tooth
If you have broken or chipped your tooth, or you have a missing filling with minimal or no pain, try to get to see us within a week.
If the pain becomes uncomfortable or the tooth is broken under the gum, please call us or book online for an emergency appointment.
Book your appointment.
Wisdom Tooth Pain
Wisdom teeth pain can be quite unbearable. Try to use a cold pack outside of your face and rinse your mouth with lukewarm salty water several times.
Make an appointment to see us as soon as possible.
Our highly trained and respectful staff will provide care that is both kind and understanding, allowing you to feel supported and safe during your time with us.
Bleeding Gums, Swelling & Gum Abscess
This happens when there’s a heavy build-up of plaque and tartar. You’ll likely need a deep clean (don’t worry—we use numbing gel!).
We may also prescribe pain relief or antibiotics. Until then, keep your mouth clean and rinse with antibacterial mouthwash or warm salty water.
Book your appointment and see us as soon as you can.
Tooth Extraction
While we aim to save every tooth, sometimes removal is the best option for your health.
We’ll numb the area fully and only begin once you feel no pain. At Canberry Dental, we offer simple 100% pain-free extractions.
For more complicated cases we will refer you to the specialist (oral surgeon). Book your appointment.