Tooth pain

A toothache is usually a sign that the nerve of the tooth is affected. This can be due to either temporary nerve inflammation or permanent nerve damage.

Temporary nerve inflammation

This is usually a short term problem and typically presents as a sensitivity to cold or biting, or both. It can occur when the inside of a tooth is exposed to the outside environment, through a fracture of the tooth structure or a filling.

Permanent nerve damage

When toothache presents as a throbbing and constant pain that gets worse when pressure is applied, it’s usually a sign of permanent nerve damage from a serious tooth infection. A neglected tooth cavity or tooth decay that has occurred under a filling is the likely cause.

In this case, the only treatment options are to either remove the infected nerve inside the tooth (root canal), or remove the infected tooth as a whole. Robert Duhig Dental will clearly explain both treatment options, their benefits, risks and costs before we commence any treatment.

Loss of a tooth

If your child loses a permanent tooth by trauma, don’t rinse it under water as this can damage the root surface of the tooth. Place it in a cup of milk and come immediately to Robert Duhig Dental. Time is important, so bring the child and the tooth as quickly as possible.

Emergency appointments

We understand that unexpected and urgent dental problems can be very distressing and painful. If you are suffering acute pain, our aim is to get you comfortable and pain free as soon as possible.

We have time allocated each day during practice hours for dental emergencies. Call us on 07 3269 2443 and we will make time to see you promptly.

After hours dental emergencies

If you are an existing patient and an urgent problem arises outside practice hours, please call 07 3269 2443 and follow the prompts.

Contact us online. Or call our friendly reception team on 07 3269 2443