Unsure if your toothache is anything to worry about?

If you are like many dental patients, chances are that you think a dental emergency equates to being in excruciating discomfort. While this is true for the more serious side of these issues, such as abscesses and cracked teeth, many emergency dental problems may not cause discomfort at all!

Of course, if you notice anything akin to dental pain, you should contact our team immediately, but what are some of the other signs that you need a same-day check-up?

When you come to Amsel and Wilkins for emergency dental care, our dentist in Banbury will ensure that you are taken care of and that you leave our surgery feeling much more comfortable. We will offer you some TLC and provide the necessary follow-up appointments (if needed) so you can get back on your feet. Brilliant!

Still not sure if you need to see our dentist in Banbury for an emergency appointment? If you have any of the following issues, contact us promptly!

Loose/lost filling or crown

When you have a filling or a crown, they can come loose or become lost for several reasons, such as decay worsening or inadequate fitting.

Our dentist in Banbury recommends contacting us for an emergency appointment if you notice you have a lost or loose filling or crown, so we can restore your tooth and prevent infection from setting in.

Cracked or chipped teeth

Like a lost filling, many people will have cracks and chips occur in their mouths from time to time. Unless it is a deep crack that causes discomfort, you are unlikely to see it as an issue.

But a crack or chip in your enamel can spread and allow bacteria to get underneath your tooth, which can lead to abscesses forming. As we can restore a crack or chip with a simple composite filling, it is not worth the risk of leaving that crack open!

Swelling

Facial swelling is synonymous with more serious dental issues, such as impacted teeth or infections, so if you spot swelling near your throat, cheeks, or in your oral area, contact our team.

If you have noticed that the swelling has gradually grown on your cheek, or gumline our team will also perform an entire screening process to check for oral cancer. Better to be safe than sorry!

Detached brace

If you wear a fitted brace and one of the brackets detaches from the tooth, you need to be seen promptly by our team.

We can reattach it temporarily, but you will also need to have an urgent appointment with your orthodontist, so they can check that the realignment process has not been impacted by the detached brace.

Bleeding

When you have had a tooth removed or suffered from an injury, any bleed from your mouth should stop with the application of pressure.

If after 20 minutes of applied pressure there is still a bleed that is not slowing, you need to see our team.

Whether you have had a bad experience with your current dental practitioner, or are simply new to the area of Banbury, it can be tricky to know what to look for in a new surgery.

Of course, if you are one of those lucky people whose teeth are perfect and only require a biannual check-up, then you may think it probably won’t matter which dental team you join. However, if you have a young family, if you are a nervous patient or if you are an adult who wants to have some cosmetic dental work done, then choosing the perfect team to meet all your needs is important!

And this is where our team at Amsel and Wilkins comes in!

At Amsel and Wilkins, our dentist in Banbury can offer you a wide range of services. We can help you with everything from sensitive teeth to dental implants and also provide great preventive procedures for both children and adults alike!

But what are some of the other reasons to choose our dentist in Banbury to oversee your family’s care? Read on to find out!

Nervous patients

First things first, if you are a nervous patient then our standard welcoming procedure will be exceedingly helpful to you.

You will be invited to a non-clinical appointment with our patient coordinator; this will help you to discuss any fears that you have, along with what you wish to achieve while working with our dentist in Banbury. You will be informed of what we offer, what you can expect from us and you will be given a tour of the surgery, so you will be familiar with the setting.

Extensive examination

Once you have joined our team, we will conduct an extensive check on your mouth, teeth, and gums, this will also involve an oral cancer screening as our team is very thorough.

Depending on your current dental presentation, we may also take X-rays, and we will then discuss our findings with you, so you can make an informed decision about your treatment. Communication is key to all success in life, and we believe in making everything about your treatment crystal clear, so you can feel confident about what’s ahead.

Opening hours

We know that your world does not work 9-5 and so, we are happy to be able to offer you a 6-day week, with Saturday appointments to help young children to get their check-ups regularly.

If you need an emergency appointment, we can offer it to you within 24 hours of you contacting the surgery, to help get you back on track and free from any discomfort.

Facial aesthetics

Many dental surgeries are now able to offer non-surgical facial aesthetics, and we are happy to have joined these ranks.

If you wish to have some wrinkles and fine lines removed, or simply want your lips to look fuller and plumper, our team at Amsel and Wilkins can offer you dermal fillers to refresh your appearance. We can also offer targeted wrinkle treatments too, so all areas are covered! Brilliant!