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Katoomba Dental Centre offers the high-quality services you need when you are experiencing a dental emergency.

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Dental emergencies can happen at any time—and they often occur at the most inconvenient times. If you are experiencing dental pain, have suffered an injury to your mouth, or have lost a tooth, don’t panic—but don’t wait to call us either. Sometimes, getting immediate treatment is the difference between saving a tooth and losing it.

If you are unsure if you are experiencing an actual dental emergency, call us anyway. A member of our experienced team can help determine if we need to see you that same day or if we can book the next available consult. We always leave a few spots in our schedule for patients with dental emergencies.

Dr Philip Moss and the rest of the team at Katoomba Dental Centre will make sure you get the treatment you need at our Katoomba dental surgery.

3 Ways to Lower Your Dental Emergency Risks

We never want to see you in pain or find your teeth and gums at risk. Below, we share three tips to lower your risks.

Brush and Floss

Brushing and flossing are crucial to long-term oral health, but you should also spend time and never rush. Talk to our team about best practices for effectively brushing and flossing.

See Your Dentist

See your Katoomba dentist regularly for comprehensive dental check-ups and professional teeth cleans. There are no substitutes for these vital visits to our dental clinic!

Report Symptoms

If you develop oral health changes or symptoms, including tooth sensitivity, sores that don't heal, and bleeding gums, we encourage you to contact our dental clinic for guidance.

Emergency Services Specials

  • NO GAP Comprehensive Checkup, Clean & X-rays

    We are offering for an extended period of time NO GAP Comprehensive Dental Examination and Scale Clean. This includes the following:

    - Comprehensive intra-oral and extra-oral exam.

    - Intra-oral and extra-oral photographs

    - OPG x-ray

    - Oral cancer screening

    - Treatment plan and estimation

    - Scale Clean

    - Fluoride Treatment

    For all our examinations we make sure to have a detailed discussion about the current condition of your oral health, and educational material to help explain both the current condition, and the options for treatment.

    For patients that do not have private health insurance, the total cost for this appointment is $199.00.

    The minimum amount payable for those with private health insurance is $199.00. If you private health insurance pays the minimum, then there is NO GAP, otherwise the gap must be paid.

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Is My Situation a Dental Emergency?

This is sometimes a difficult question to answer, but here are some guidelines.

As a general guide, if you are in pain from a toothache, you are bleeding from the mouth, your tooth has been loosened or knocked out, or you have suffered an injury to your mouth or jaw, you are in an emergent situation.

If you suspect you have broken your jaw or if you have been in a vehicle accident, call 000 or 112 from your mobile or go to hospital immediately.

Some dental emergencies in Blue Mountains require immediate attention in the clinic; others can be managed at home until we can see you during regular business hours. If you are uncertain, we welcome your phone call. We can help assess whether you need to come to our surgery immediately.

The following situations, although they might cause some discomfort, probably do not constitute an emergency:

  • You took a bite of something and lost a crown or filling.
  • There is a food particle stuck between your teeth.
  • One of your teeth hurts, but the pain is tolerable.

Will I Need a Root Canal?

This is a common dental emergency, and it usually begins with a toothache that starts mild but gets unbearable rather quickly. In this situation, you probably have an infection in your tooth and need a root canal. This much-feared dental procedure is no worse than getting a filling.

Don’t put off going to the dentist if you think you might need a root canal. A root canal will more than likely save your tooth, which is always the best option.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a dental emergency in Katoomba, rest assured our team will handle it with gentle hands and sensitivity. We understand that dental emergencies can be frightening and will always work to eliminate your pain as soon as possible.

Regarding the emergency treatment, it depends on the nature of your issue. For example, a tooth root infection requires root canal therapy. This procedure gets rid of the pain and eliminates swelling.

For a root canal treatment, your dentist numbs the treatment area and extracts the infection from the tooth’s canal. Then we close it temporarily with a rubber-like filling material. At a future appointment, we typically finish with a dental crown to reestablish stability to the tooth.

Other dental emergencies can mean repairing a crown or re-setting an avulsed tooth into the gum. As your dentist treats your emergency, we can talk to you about what we’re doing and what to expect. If there are multiple options for treatment, we’ll talk to you about those as well.

Do You Need an Emergency Dentist in Katoomba?

Our goal is to restore your well-being as soon as possible. If you have a dental emergency, we welcome your call. We also encourage you to learn more about our dental specials and exclusive membership plan.

We treat dental emergencies for patients in all areas, including Katoomba, the Blue Mountains, Leura, and Yosemite.

The most common emergencies we see are oral infections of the tooth. These infections are often in the tooth root and require root canal therapy to eliminate pain and swelling and restore the tooth to health.

Other common dental emergencies in Katoomba include:

  • Broken/lost tooth, restoration, or prosthetic
  • Object lodged in the oral tissue or between teeth
  • Deep decay that causes oral pain and swelling

Sometimes, you may be unsure whether your situation is a dental emergency. However, if you have pain or an oral health change that does not improve, it is best to contact your Katoomba dentist. A team member can talk to you about your symptoms and provide the correct advice going forward.

Of course, you may be able to lower your risks for dental emergencies by visiting your dentist regularly for checkups and teeth cleans and by implementing an excellent oral care routine daily.

Have a Dental Emergency in Katoomba? We Want to Help

If you have a dental emergency or suspect something may be wrong, we strongly encourage you to reach out to our dental team as soon as possible. We also invite you to check out our website to learn more about our current dental specials and exclusive membership plan.

Our patients come from all areas, including Katoomba, the Blue Mountains, Leura, and Yosemite.

We have many options for restorative dentistry in Katoomba, NSW. Your dentist will gauge the severity of your chip or tooth fracture and make the best determination on ways to restore it.

For minor chips, your dentist may talk to you about dental bonding. This is a fast and easy way to conceal the chip without invasive treatment. Bonding is made from tooth-coloured filling material, which we spread across the chip. Your dentist then shapes it to blend in and sets it with a special light.

For more significant tooth cracks and fractures, your dentist may recommend a dental crown. The crown is a tooth-shaped cap cemented over the damaged tooth. It fits to the gumline and restores your bite force while protecting the tooth underneath. Your dental crown is custom crafted to look like your untreated teeth, down to the colour!

If you have a severe break below the gum line, we typically recommend a complete extraction followed by tooth replacement. We offer various tooth replacements, including dental implants.

For Restorative Dentistry, We Encourage You to Contact Your Katoomba Dentist

Reach out today to get started and to learn more about our current dental specials and exclusive membership plan.

Our patients reside in multiple locations, including Katoomba, the Blue Mountains, Leura, and Yosemite.

There are many types of dental emergencies, from infections to tooth trauma. Fortunately, you can lower your risks for the most common emergencies.

#1 Visit Your Katoomba Dentist on Schedule

Regular dental care is the best way to avoid common dental emergencies like oral infections and advanced tooth decay. Preventive check-ups mean early diagnosis, and teeth cleans in Katoomba removes built-up plaque, tartar and bacteria. The latter ingredients lead to oral health complications like tooth infections, decay and even gum disease.

#2 Don't Skip Brushing and Flossing Sessions at Home

Regular dental care combined with brushing and flossing sessions work together and may significantly improve the odds that you don't develop a toothache or other oral health issues.

#3 Wear the Proper Oral Appliance

You should have a fitted mouthguard to protect your smile if you're an athlete. And if you grind your teeth, a nightguard helps lower your risks of sudden tooth breakage and increased cavities.

To Learn More about Emergency Dentistry in Katoomba, We Welcome Your Call

Reach out today to arrange a prompt emergency dental appointment. And after you've been assessed and treated, a team member can talk to you about our current specials and membership plan.
We serve all locales, including Blue Mountains, Leura, Wentworth Falls, and your neighbourhood.

This type of oral infection is typically painful and puts your surrounding teeth at risk. For these reasons, we consider root canal treatment a dental emergency in Katoomba, NSW.

In rare cases, you may not have pain because the nerve is no longer conductive. However, if you notice swelling and a blister on the gum, you likely have an infected tooth and should call our dental clinic as soon as possible.

Of course, some dental health issues can present with the same symptoms, so getting an assessment in our dental clinic is crucial.

Stabilisation and Root Canal Treatment

We provide gentle root canal therapy in Katoomba. First, we numb the treatment site and extract the infected or inflamed pulp. Your dentist seals the tooth after rinsing the canal to prevent reinfection. These steps save the tooth and relieve the pain and swelling, fully stabilizing your dental emergency.

At a future dental visit, we crown the tooth to restore the structure and prevent future breakage.

Do You Have a Toothache or Potential Dental Emergency?

If you’re unsure whether your oral health issue is an emergency, we encourage you to contact a helpful dental team member to discuss the symptoms. We can help determine the urgency of your situation.  

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Meet Our Doctors:

Dr Philip Moss BsC (UNSW), BsD (Sydney)
Principal Dentist

Dr Philip Moss founded Katoomba Dental Centre in 1998. He is a Sydney University Graduate with 20 years experience in the Royal Australian Air Force before coming to work in ...

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Dr Jack Yang BDS Honours (UQ)
Associate Dentist

Dr Jack Yang was born in Sydney and graduated from the University of Queensland, but he has recently found a new home in the beautiful Blue Mountains, where he'll provide ...

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Dr James Seunghoon Lim BDS (ADE)
Associate Dentist

Dr James Lim is a dedicated, motivated and enthusiastic dentist and a proud member of the Australian Dental Association. Through his colleagues and other notable clinicians, he consistently broadens his ...

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Dr Megha Sharma BDS
Associate Dentist

Dr. Megha is an experienced dentist with over 10 years of experience in the dental field. She graduated back in 2012 in ...
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Can I Prevent Dental Emergencies?

The best way to prevent emergency visits to the dentist is to go in for regular check-ups and teeth cleans. Under your dentist’s watchful eye, a minor dental issue can be detected before it grows into a big one. For instance, a minor cavity can grow into a tooth infection, so you will find you need a root canal when a filling might have sufficed—if only you had kept up with your preventive dental programme.

It would be best if you also implemented an excellent oral hygiene routine at home. 

As soon as you or a family member experiences a dental emergency, we urge you to call us at (02) 4782 1507. Your oral health and comfort are our priority. 

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