Dental emergency · Lost filling or crown
Lost a filling or crown?
A lost filling, crown, inlay or onlay can leave a tooth sensitive and more vulnerable to damage or decay. Call (03) 5278 2666 and we will arrange a time to repair or replace it.
Lost filling or crown
Call (03) 5278 2666
Emergency slots each day
Open six days
Life-threatening? Call 000
Norlane · Geelong · est. 1974
Lost filling or crown
Call (03) 5278 2666
Emergency slots each day
Open six days
Life-threatening? Call 000
Norlane · Geelong · est. 1974
Norlane · Geelong
One location since 1974
One location since 1974
Emergency · Norlane
Keep the crown, protect the tooth, and call us.
Fillings and crowns can come loose because of decay underneath, wear, a hard bite or an old cement seal breaking down. The exposed tooth may be sensitive to hot, cold or pressure.
If a crown comes off, keep it in a clean container and bring it with you, as it may be possible to re-cement it once the tooth has been checked.
Norlane Dental
One location since 1974
What to do now
First steps for a lost filling or crown.
These steps can help until you are seen.
N° 01
Keep
Keep the crown
Store a crown, inlay or onlay in a clean container and bring it with you.
N° 02
Clean
Keep the area clean
Brush gently and rinse with warm salt water.
N° 03
Protect
Temporary cover
A temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can cover the area short term. Do not use household glue.
N° 04
Eat
Chew on the other side
Avoid hard, sticky and very hot or cold foods on that side.
N° 05
Pain
Pain relief
Over-the-counter pain relief may help with sensitivity. Follow the label.
N° 06
Call
Book a repair
Call (03) 5278 2666. The sooner the tooth is protected, the better.
Urgent symptoms
When to call 000 or go to hospital.
Call 000 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department if you have swelling that affects your breathing, swallowing or eye, bleeding that will not stop, a suspected broken jaw, or a head injury. Outside our opening hours, seek care at your nearest emergency department for severe pain, swelling or trauma.
When you call us
What happens next.
01.
Call early
Call (03) 5278 2666 as early in the day as possible. We set aside emergency appointments each day, subject to availability.
02.
Tell us what happened
Our team asks a few questions to understand how urgent it is and what to do before you arrive.
03.
Assessment
Your dentist examines the area and takes X-rays if needed.
04.
Relief first
The first priority is to relieve pain and stabilise the problem. Options and costs are explained before treatment.
05.
Follow-up
If further treatment is needed, we plan it with you at a follow-up visit. See all dental emergencies.
Options we may discuss.
Please note
The right option depends on the condition of the tooth underneath, which is confirmed after an examination.
01.
Re-cement
Re-cementing the crown
If the crown and tooth are sound, the crown may be cleaned and cemented back in place.
Lost a filling or crown? Call (03) 5278 2666.
Lost filling and crown repairs in Norlane, Geelong
Call us on (03) 5278 2666.
We set aside emergency appointments each day during opening hours, subject to availability. For life-threatening symptoms, call 000.
Location
Norlane Dental Aesthetics & Implants
21-29 Princes Highway
Norlane VIC 3214
Direct line
(03) 5278 2666
Reception is happy to help with enquiries and appointments
Hours
Mon – Thu · 8:30am – 6:30pm
Fri · 8:30am – 5:30pm
Sat · 8:30am – 4:00pm
Parking
Ample free on-site parking
Easy access from the Princes Highway, Norlane