Severe tooth pain, broken tooth, swollen jaw, knocked-out tooth. Do not wait for a regular appointment. Contact Dr. Liwo Dental Clinic in Ngeme, Limbe right now and we will get you in as fast as possible.
A dental emergency does not care about your schedule. It hits at the worst possible time and it does not go away on its own. In fact it gets worse every hour you wait.
At Dr. Liwo Dental Clinic, we keep space in our schedule specifically for patients who need urgent care. Whether you woke up with unbearable tooth pain, cracked a tooth on something hard, have a swollen face that came out of nowhere, or knocked out a tooth in an accident, we treat it as the emergency it is.
Here is what you should know. Many dental emergencies that seem terrifying are completely fixable when treated quickly. A knocked-out tooth can sometimes be saved if you get to us within an hour. A painful infection can be drained and treated before it spreads. A cracked tooth can be restored before it splits completely.
The worst thing you can do in a dental emergency is wait and hope it gets better. It will not. Call us or send a WhatsApp message right now and we will tell you exactly what to do.
If any of these apply to you, contact us immediately.
Severe or throbbing tooth pain that will not stop A tooth that has been knocked out completely A cracked or broken tooth causing pain A swollen jaw, face, or gum A dental abscess or visible pus near a tooth A lost filling or crown causing sensitivity or pain Bleeding from the mouth that will not stop
If you are not sure whether your situation is an emergency, WhatsApp us and describe what you are experiencing. We will advise you immediately.
Pick it up by the crown, which is the white part, not the root. Do not scrub it. If possible, place it gently back in the socket or keep it in a small cup of milk to keep it moist. Get to our clinic within an hour. The faster you arrive, the higher the chance we can save the tooth. Call us on the way so we are ready when you arrive.
Not always, but severe or throbbing pain that does not stop, pain with swelling, or pain with fever are signs of infection and should be treated the same day. Infections in the mouth can spread quickly and become dangerous. Do not take painkillers and assume it will pass. Come in and let us assess it properly.
Rinse your mouth gently with warm water. If there is bleeding, apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth. Avoid eating on that side and come to us as soon as possible. Depending on how severe the crack is, we can restore it with a filling, a crown, or other treatment. The sooner you come in, the more options we have to save the tooth.
Yes. A dental abscess is an infection that needs immediate attention. We drain the abscess, treat the infection, and manage your pain in the same visit. Left untreated, a dental abscess can spread to your jaw, neck, and in serious cases become life threatening. If your face is swollen or you have a fever alongside tooth pain, come in or call us immediately.
A lost filling or crown is not just uncomfortable, it leaves your tooth exposed and vulnerable to further damage. Come in as soon as you can. In the meantime avoid chewing on that side and avoid very hot or cold food and drinks which will cause sharp sensitivity.
