A dental emergency is defined as any situation requiring rapid treatment to relieve intense pain, stop an infection or avoid complications. In Luxembourg, these situations are common, particularly in the case of :
Unbearable dental pain (pulpitis, deep caries)
Tooth broken or expelled as a result of trauma
Severe swelling of the gums or face (abscess)
Persistent bleeding after extraction
Problems with dentures or braces
In all these cases, prompt treatment is essential to relieve the patient and preserve oral health.
The right reflexes before consulting
While waiting to see a dentist in an emergency, there are a few things you can do to limit pain or prevent it from getting worse:
Rinse mouth with warm salted water to disinfect naturally.
Apply an ice pack (not directly to the skin) in the event of swelling or shock.
Avoid touching the painful area with the tongue or fingers.
Do not use harsh home remedies (alcohol, cloves, etc.).
Avoid self-medication, especially anti-inflammatory drugs, without medical advice.
If a tooth has been accidentally knocked out, store it in saline solution (or milk) and consult your doctor as soon as possible: reimplantation is sometimes possible.
Why consult quickly?
A dental emergency should never be ignored. Delaying consultation can lead to :
Spread of infection to neighboring tissues (sinuses, bones, even the bloodstream)
Permanent loss of a tooth that could have been saved
Pain increasingly difficult to relieve
Difficulty eating, talking, sleeping
Prompt treatment not only prevents serious complications, but also restores immediate comfort.
Dental emergencies in Hollerich: we take care of you quickly and humanely
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