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.
All dentists will offer you a basic range of procedures to keep your teeth healthy and this will start with a basic check-up. This can involve the taking of X-rays to check the growth of the teeth and the health and condition of your teeth. They will carry out de-scaling of plaque and tartar, fillings, fluoride treatments and extractions and offer any anaesthetics if required to carry out your treatment. If your teeth need straightening, you may require braces or aligners to solve the problem- there are plenty of choices in Leeds. But as we get older, our teeth may grow tired; cracks, gaps, chips and general wear and tear may have set in. We may also suffer from a little gum disease and tooth decay. All these may require work of a cosmetic nature- we may need a little dental bonding, the odd crown, bleaching or veneers if we feel vain enough, just so we can restore that smile to the mouth. A dentist will be able to help you with tooth loss too. You can have a bridge fitted to make up for your loss and in the most extreme situation of all, fit you with dentures. And bringing every thing up to date, implant technology allows not only an odd tooth, and even all the teeth to be replaced, they aid in the fitting of dentures. Everything is available in the city and its all there for you.
You should never take your teeth for granted. It is important to keep up good standards of oral health and report any problems to your dentist as soon as possible. Here are some tips on taking good care of your teeth.
