Of course, some minor dental health issues can wait—a tiny chip may be fine until the next available appointment. However, some problems demand immediate attention from your Katoomba dentist.
Let’s explore oral health issues that cannot wait!
#1 Tooth Infections
Tooth infections, typically in the canal of your tooth, can be excruciating. Other symptoms include swelling, a blister on the gum, and tooth discolouration. You don’t have to have all these symptoms to be diagnosed with a tooth infection. So, we encourage you to report oral health changes to our dental team.
Failure to treat a tooth infection with root canal therapy in Katoomba can mean loss of your tooth, bone loss, and infection spread.
#2 Deep Tooth Decay
If you have deep decay that causes pain or tooth crumbling, seeing the dentist as soon as possible is essential. Without treatment, the tooth may need extraction or be unsalvageable.
#3 Trauma or Injury
Trauma to the mouth or a tooth injury that causes bleeding, swelling or breakage (tooth or restoration) should be seen by your dentist as soon as possible. We can sometimes reset a knocked-out tooth into the gum with timely intervention. Additionally, restorations should be repaired quickly to prevent infection or further damage.
Dental Care in Katoomba
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mmediate interventions for dental emergencies or issues that should not wait include:
- Root canal therapy
- Cavity treatment
- Dental crowns
- Extractions
- Tooth replacement consultation
- Periodontal exam
- Restoration repair or replacement
See your dentist on time for dental check-ups and teeth cleans to lower your cavity and root infection risks.
For Fast Dental Care, We Welcome Your Call
We encourage you to contact our dental team today if you have a dental health situation that can’t wait (or if you’re unsure).
We invite you to call us to learn more about our membership program and any current specials.
We proudly serve all locations, including Blue Mountain, Leura, Wentworth Falls and Katoomba.
