Reasons to see a same-day dentist at Aura Dental

If you were to ask the majority of people what they attributed to a dental emergency, most of them would say discomfort.

And it is true that in most emergency dental departments, the main reason patients attend is soreness or discomfort under one of their teeth due to the formation of an abscess or even an impacted tooth.

However, you may not be aware that there are many typically non-painful issues that can occur in your mouth that will require same-day treatment from an emergency team.

At Aura Dental, we are exceedingly proud of our emergency dentist St John’s Wood, who can offer our patients same-day appointments. We set aside appointments every day for dental emergencies, so you can rest assured that when you come to us with an emergency issue, we will see you immediately. Great stuff!

So, what are some less uncomfortable dental presentations that require a same-day trip to see our dentist St John’s Wood? Read on to find out!

Ulcers

Many people have had an ulcer on their inner lip, tongue or gums when they have been ill or under stress.

However, why would you need to see our emergency dentist St John’s Wood for a dental ulcer? Well, if the ulcer is larger than a 5 pence piece, persistently bleeding or recurring in the same part of your mouth every month or so, then this can be an early indicator of oral cancer. So, if you suffer from any of these symptoms, contact our team as soon as possible.

Cracks and chips

A crack or chip in your teeth is unlikely to cause discomfort unless it is severe. But this is one of those conditions that you will need to see our same-day dental team about and have repaired. If left untreated, cracks or chips can attract bacteria to the area, forming cavities and abscesses. So, rather than waiting for that very unpleasant situation, get it dealt with as soon as possible.

Lumps

There are a few things more unnerving than brushing your teeth and finding a lump or bump. And while in most cases, these are harmless and may be a sign of mild gingivitis, if they are persistent or growing excessively quickly, then you need to see a same-day dental team to have it assessed. As mentioned earlier, lumps and bumps in the mouth are usually harmless, but just in case there is an underlying concern, such as a history of oral cancer, you need to see our team.

Loose teeth

Loose teeth very rarely occur on their own unless there has been blunt force trauma to the face. However, if you have had severe gingivitis for some time and are now noticing loose teeth, this will need to be assessed. Depending on the health of the gums and any surrounding teeth, we may be able to splint this tooth in place.

Detached brace

Not so much of an emergency as you may think, but a detached brace or where a bracket has come away from a tooth does in fact constitute a dental emergency. This is because it can slow down orthodontic treatment and may actually cut the inside of your mouth or tongue, depending on where the brace is located. So, if your braces are loose, you need to see our team.