Emergency dental care

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What it really means

For severe tooth pain, swelling or a knocked-out tooth when you can't see your own dentist, call your dental practice first; if it's closed or you don't have one, call NHS 111 for an urgent dental appointment. A&E is only for serious facial injuries or heavy bleeding.

Chinese explanation

紧急牙科：牙痛剧烈、面部肿胀或牙齿磕掉时，先联系自己的牙科诊所；如果没有牙医或诊所已关门，打NHS 111安排紧急牙科就诊。只有面部重伤或大出血才去急诊科。

Example conversation

A: My tooth is agony and my dentist can't see me for two weeks. B: Ring 111 — they can book emergency dental appointments.

A：我牙疼得要命，牙医两周内都约不上。 B：打111——他们可以安排紧急牙科预约。

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