Swelling in the mouth or nearby tissues usually results from a bacterial infection, requiring immediate treatment to prevent its spread. At Bayside Smiles, our dentist in Black Rock provides emergency care to address such infections promptly.
If you suspect an infection or swelling, contact us right away to schedule an appointment. Timely intervention can relieve pain and potentially save your oral and overall health.
Consider the following questions when calling:
- Can you identify the source? Is it gum? Tooth?
- Has the swelling spread to the gum, under a tooth (abscess), your face, towards your eye or towards your neck?
- Is the infection draining - do you have a bad taste?
- Is the infection not draining – are you feeling significant and increasing pressure and pain?
If the infection is spreading to your face – it could end up blocking your airway or eye and can turn into a serious, life threatening infection.
How Do We Treat Swelling or Infection?
Infection and swelling of the gum can often be treated with a deep cleaning of the affected area and sometimes antibiotics.
Infection and swelling from a tooth need to be treated by root canal treatment or extraction.
Contact Us Today for Emergency Care
Infection and swelling that spread to the face often require hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics. If you experience such symptoms, contact an emergency dentist in Moorabbin or Black Rock at Bayside Smiles for urgent treatment. Don't delay—our team is ready to provide the care you need.