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Are you looking for an emergency dentist in The Hague? This can happen when, for instance, you have unbearable toothache, a swollen cheek, post-bleeding after a tooth extraction or a chipped or fallen tooth after an accident.

Existing patients at our practice, patients with acute pain complaints we try to treat on the same day. For new patients, this is first an intake, after this intake we can make follow-up appointments with the patient, after which we can therefore treat.

For emergencies outside opening hours or no existing patient, we are happy to refer you to the dental emergency service of Dental 365 The Hague via telephone number 070 2040010.

During opening hours: 070 35 24 955

Emergency

During opening hours

Do you have an emergency during our opening hours? Please contact the practice.

070 35 24 955

Outside opening hours

Do you have an emergency outside our opening hours? Then please contact Dental365 The Hague.

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Can I always visit the emergency dentist?

Problems with your teeth are no fun and can be very annoying and disruptive. Nevertheless, it can affect anyone. But not all complaints and problems are considered an emergency by a dentist. Some people think that if they have a small cavity or gum inflammation, they should already be rushed to the dentist immediately. However, this is not the case. There is no harm in waiting with a small cavity or gum inflammation.

Pain complaints are not always urgent. Of course, pain is annoying. For pain, you can always call your dentist during opening hours to discuss your complaints. A dentist will then estimate the urgency for this possible treatment.

When do you visit the emergency dentist in The Hague?

However, an emergency cannot wait until the next day or beyond the weekend. The most common emergency complaints are:

  • Bleeding / post-bleeding after tooth extraction
  • Chipped teeth
  • Fallen teeth due to trauma
  • Swollen cheeks due to inflammation (abscess)
  • Loose teeth after trauma
  • Intolerable toothache

Then contact emergency dentist The Hague immediately.

What to do in an emergency

If an emergency occurs during our opening hours, contact emergency dentist The Hague immediately.

Despite the pain and symptoms, try to stay calm and not panic. Breathe in and out calmly if you become agitated. In case of urgency, it is wise, if possible, to have someone bring you and support you during dental treatment.

Bleeding / post-bleeding after tooth extraction

In case of bleeding, try to stop the bleeding by putting gauze or handkerchief on the wound. First tie a knot in the gauze or handkerchief, as it is a good place to bite.

Chipped teeth due to trauma

Has a significant part of your tooth broken off or are you in pain? If so, it is important that you contact an emergency dentist as soon as possible for emergency treatment. Keep the chipped part in milk. Don’t have milk handy? Then keep the piece in your mouth (between the molars and cheek or under the tongue). If you store the piece of tooth properly, the dentist is more likely to be able to reattach the chipped piece of tooth to the rest of the tooth. Do not touch the tooth at the root and clean it only if there is dirt on the broken part. Only use milk for this purpose. Cleaning with water or soap damages the tooth. The dentist will see if he can reinsert the chipped piece. If reinsertion by the dentist is not possible, the dentist repairs the tooth with tooth-coloured material (composite).

Tooth loss due to trauma

When a tooth falls out after an accident, you grasp the fallen tooth by the crown. The crown is the part of the tooth That is visible above the gums. Rinse this tooth with milk and if no milk is at hand, you can lick or suck the tooth clean. NEVER touch the root! This makes it less likely to be successfully reinserted by a dentist. Next, place the tooth back into the jaw.

If you are unable to reinsert the tooth, you can keep the tooth moist by placing it between your molars and your cheek or under your tongue. You can also keep the tooth in a container of milk. It is important that the root membrane does not dry out.

In addition, you stop bleeding as written above by biting on a gauze or handkerchief if you cannot replace the tooth. You will counteract swelling with a cold compress and a painkiller such as paracetamol will dampen the pain.

Caution! If a baby tooth has fallen out due to trauma, under no circumstances should you replace it, as this may damage the new permanent tooth.

Emergency outside opening hours, Sundays and public holidays

Outside opening hours, please contact our emergency service at Dental 365 The Hague on 070 2040010

It is then important to bring the following with you:

  • Valid proof of identity
  • Valid insurance card
  • Medication use document (if applicable)

Please note that you will need to pay for your dental treatment there immediately after the dental treatment by a dentist. You can submit your bill to your insurance company for any dental reimbursements if you have additional dental insurance.

Unsure if you should go to the emergency dentist?

There are plenty of people who hate going to the dentist in The Hague and visiting the practice. Consequently, these people are not quick to call a dentist when they experience a problem with their teeth. They often wait for a while. However, the problem never disappears by itself.

You decide in the first instance whether it is urgent. In doubt whether it is necessary to go to an emergency dentist? Then just pick up the phone and contact our emergency dentist to discuss your complaints. The assistant will discuss with the dentist in The Hague whether there is an emergency and the urgency.

Is there no urgency? Then, of course, this reassures you and the assistant can schedule an appointment with the dentist. The dentist in The Hague will investigate the cause of your complaints and, if necessary, suggest a treatment and give you advice.

If there is an emergency, our dentists will make an appointment with you or refer you to dental practice Dental365.

What to do in case of pain

If you have pain complaints that are not urgent, you can always call your dentist in The Hague during opening hours to discuss your complaints. Dentists will then estimate the urgency for this possible treatment. It is wise to call as early in the day as possible, a dentist may be able to help you the same day. We reserve time in our diary especially for complaints of pain.

You can already take action yourself to relieve your tooth pain. Our dentists are happy to give you three tips.

  • Take a painkiller to relieve tooth pain, such as paracetamol or an anti-inflammatory such as Ibuprofen.
  • Rinse the mouth with herbal tea or warm, lightly salted water.
  • Chew cloves. This herb temporarily numbs the tooth nerve.

Please note that the above measures will only help you temporarily reduce your tooth or toothache. With tooth or molar pain, it is always wise to see your dentist. Only the dentist can make your tooth or tooth pain disappear permanently, by performing any of the above treatments.

Regular problems with your teeth?

Do you regularly have problems with your teeth? Then don’t hesitate to schedule a check-up appointment at PHP Dentists in The Hague. It is always a good idea to visit the dentist twice a year for a periodic check-up. Together with you, our dentists can look at what is going wrong and what can be improved in your daily routine regarding your teeth. Is there a problem lurking? Then a dentist can intervene immediately. In that case, you may well be one step ahead of the problem and not have to visit the dental office any time soon.

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Practical advice

We recommend:

  • In case of urgency, contact us directly on: 070 352 4955
  • In case of emergency outside opening hours, Sundays and holidays contact Dental365 The Hague via: 070 204 00 10
  • Visit your dentist twice a year for a periodic check-up to reduce problems.