Urgent dental concerns shouldn’t be ignored, as postponing care may increase discomfort and make the situation harder to manage. Future Dental Centre strives to support you quickly and may be able to arrange a same-day appointment.
Our emergency dentist cares for emergency dental patients of all ages, from young families to adults. We know dental care can feel stressful at times, particularly when urgent attention is needed. For added comfort, we offer different sedation options, including ‘happy gas’, IV sedation, and general anaesthesia.
We prioritise your comfort and well-being, offering care and understanding to every patient, just as we would to our own loved ones. If a dental emergency arises, feel free to get in touch. Our team is here for you.
If you’re experiencing discomfort, it’s important to seek attention promptly. Here are some of the urgent dental concerns we frequently manage at our Coburg practice:
Dental emergencies often occur unexpectedly, and it’s common to feel unsure about the cost involved. At Future Dental Centre, we aim to make timely dental care accessible without adding financial pressure. We provide flexible payment options through Humm and Fund My Dental to help you manage the cost of emergency care.
If you’re unsure about the expenses involved in emergency dental care, please contact us. We’ll do our best to assist you in finding a suitable approach.
We offer on-the-spot claiming for all major health funds and partner as a preferred provider with HCF, nib, and smile.com.au. Our practice also accepts several government-supported schemes, including SACM Dental Coverage, CDBS, cohealth vouchers, Monash vouchers, VEDS, and VGDS.
We recommend coming to our practice as soon as you can. Calling us beforehand allows us to prepare for your visit or organise a suitable time for you to attend.
We’ll also advise you as to what steps to take to handle your emergency before you leave home. When possible, contact us as soon as the injury occurs or first thing in the morning.
Being seen promptly often supports a more favourable outlook for your dental concern.
At your appointment, we’ll review your dental concern and explain the different ways we may be able to support your comfort. Treatment may begin on the same day if suitable. Otherwise, we’ll aim to provide a short-term measure and discuss the next steps moving forward.
Our diagnostic equipment helps us assess the extent of the issue, allowing you to make an informed choice about your oral health. We’ll outline several suitable care options so you can decide what may align best with your needs.
Emergency care differs based on the type of injury involved. You may require a minor filling or, in some situations, a procedure such as a root canal. You’ll be included in every step of the planning process. Our immediate focus is to help ease your discomfort.
Prompt action matters. If a tooth is broken or knocked out, ensure the fragment stays hydrated and avoid touching any root surface. Keep the tooth in a sealed container to prevent it from being misplaced.
Keep the tooth covered in a suitable liquid, such as saline, milk, or contact solution. If unavailable, tap water mixed with a little salt will do. It’s important to bring the tooth to us within one to two hours so we can attempt reattachment or reimplantation.
Toothaches rarely improve without seeing a dental professional. If your appointment is still upcoming, you may use an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory as advised to help manage swelling. Holding a cool compress against the cheek near the affected tooth may help lessen discomfort.
If you have significant facial swelling or bleeding that does not ease with firm pressure, please go straight to the nearest emergency room.
If you’re in pain or experiencing a dental emergency, contact us straight away.
