When Should You Call an Emergency Dentist?
Call Relax Dental & Facial Care if you have severe toothache, swelling, a broken or chipped tooth, a knocked-out adult tooth, pain when biting, a lost filling, a broken crown, wisdom tooth pain, dental abscess symptoms or bleeding that does not settle. Our Blackburn North team can ask a few questions and guide you on the most suitable next step.
Common Dental Emergencies We Help With
We can assess urgent dental concerns and explain what treatment may be needed after an examination.
- Severe toothache or pain when biting
- Facial or gum swelling
- Broken, chipped or cracked teeth
- Knocked-out adult tooth
- Lost filling or broken crown
- Wisdom tooth pain
- Dental abscess symptoms
- Bleeding that does not settle
Urgent Dental Care in Blackburn North
If you are unsure whether your dental concern is urgent, call Relax Dental & Facial Care on 03 9894 3039. Our team can help you decide whether you need an emergency dental appointment, a routine dental check-up or advice about what to do next. We see patients from Blackburn North, Blackburn, Box Hill, Nunawading, Forest Hill and Mitcham.
What Happens at an Emergency Appointment?
Your dentist will assess the concern, ask about your symptoms and medical history, and may recommend X-rays where clinically appropriate. We will explain the likely cause, discuss treatment options, risks and costs where possible, and focus on relieving pain or stabilising the problem where suitable.
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care
Seek urgent medical care or call triple zero (000) if you have difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, rapidly worsening facial swelling, severe facial swelling, fever with facial swelling, or symptoms that are becoming worse quickly. Dental infections and swelling can sometimes require urgent medical assessment. This advice is general and does not replace emergency medical care.
Call Early for Appointment Availability
Emergency appointment availability can vary. Call 03 9894 3039 as early as possible so our team can ask about your symptoms and guide you on the next available appointment. If symptoms are severe or you are worried about breathing, swallowing, fever or rapidly worsening swelling, seek urgent medical care.
