Emergency! Emergency! Well before you start getting yourself into a pickle about just how you’ve got a gum ulcer, you may like to take on board the exact nature of a dental emergency. Many people inexplicably call for help when they needn’t and this puts a drain on the emergency services, doctors and dentists alike. However, if you are a fairly naïve person, it’s often comforting to hear a soothing voice at the end of a line should something crop up, which is why most dentists in Leeds will supply you with a number to call in a dental crisis. Of course it’s only natural that people hit the panic button if they don’t understand what is happening to their mouths, but with a little bit of homework beforehand and a quick chat with the dentist, you’ll be able to identify what’s an emergency and what isn’t. For minor problems such as a little knock to the teeth that causes chipping or the loss of a filling or tooth veneer to come loose, you can solve the problem by simply settling down with some painkillers or a few herbal sooth-ants until your dentist is free. Real emergencies such as an abscess or tooth loss do require immediate treatment. Most dentists will be able to help you until they can see you. But you should also be aware that the sooner your mouth is treated, the sooner your mouth will heal. And if there is the slightest hint of doubt and you can’t talk to your dentist, you can always pop along to A&E for an opinion.
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