Having had a tooth removed, you’ve really only won half the battle. It is important to follow your dentist’s after care instructions to help minimize the risk of complications and to also aid a speedy recovery. Here are some tips to help you feel better quicker! Expect some bleeding. You have a wound in your … Continue reading How to take care of a wound following a dental extraction (tooth removal)
Tag: emergency dentist
Throbbing toothache
I don’t think we’ve met anyone who can ignore a throbbing toothache for a long time. There comes a point where painkillers stop working and the pain is continuous, incessant and debilitating. We often hear female patients say that child birth was less painful. What causes it? There are many dental issues that can … Continue reading Throbbing toothache
Why do sweet foods cause my teeth to be sensitive?
We often have patients attending the 24 hour emergency dental service complaining of sensitivity to sweet foods and drinks. This can occur due to a variety of reasons, but primarily it is due to exposed dentine. Let’s have a quick look at the anatomy of a tooth. The tooth comprises of a hard layer of … Continue reading Why do sweet foods cause my teeth to be sensitive?