Some discomfort after dental treatment can be normal, particularly after an extraction or surgical procedure. However, severe or worsening pain, persistent bleeding, increasing swelling, a bad taste, fever or feeling unwell may need urgent dental assessment.
At Pristine Dental Group, we provide emergency dental appointments in London 7 days a week, including for patients whose original treatment was carried out elsewhere.
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You do not need to have had the original treatment at Pristine Dental Group for us to assess the problem.
Some pain and swelling can be expected after an extraction. Arrange an urgent dental assessment if:
Dry socket is a painful complication that can occur after a tooth has been removed. Possible symptoms include:
If you think you may have dry socket, arrange a dental assessment rather than trying to treat the socket yourself.
A small amount of blood mixed with saliva can be normal after an extraction. If the socket begins actively bleeding:
Seek urgent medical help if bleeding is heavy and will not stop.
If a tooth develops a problem and cannot be predictably retained, we can discuss extraction and replacement options.
For suitable patients, this may include immediate dental implant placement at the time of extraction, with a temporary tooth also possible where clinically appropriate.
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Some discomfort is expected. Severe or worsening pain should be assessed.
It can cause significant pain after an extraction, often becoming worse rather than steadily improving.
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Apply firm continuous pressure with clean gauze or cloth. If bleeding does not settle or becomes heavy, seek urgent advice.
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