Le 143 est-il le numéro des urgences médicales ?

Non. Le 143 est La Main Tendue. Pour l’orientation médicale et dentaire non vitale dans le canton de Vaud, appelez le 0848 133 133 ; pour une urgence vitale, le 144.

Puis-je attendre avec une dent expulsée ?

Non. Le délai influence fortement les chances de conservation d’une dent permanente. Consultez immédiatement.

Faut-il prendre des antibiotiques pour un abcès ?

Pas automatiquement. Le traitement de la cause et le drainage peuvent être prioritaires ; la prescription dépend de l’examen et des signes généraux.

Dental Emergency in Montreux

Short answer: Call a dentist promptly, describe your symptoms and avoid irreversible home treatments. Outside clinic hours, the Canton of Vaud medical and dental on-call service can be reached on 0848 133 133. For a life-threatening emergency, call 144.

When should you seek urgent help?

Swelling of the face or neck
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Heavy bleeding that does not stop
Significant trauma to the face or jaw
A permanent tooth that has been completely knocked out
Fever together with dental pain or swelling

Severe toothache

Gently rinse your mouth with lukewarm water. If food is trapped between the teeth, carefully remove it with dental floss. Do not place aspirin, alcohol or caustic products directly on the tooth or gum.

For pain relief, ask a pharmacist or doctor for advice, especially if you have allergies, take other medicines, are pregnant or have contraindications. Pain relief does not treat the underlying cause.

Broken tooth or loose crown

Keep the tooth fragment or crown in a clean container and avoid chewing on the affected side. Never use household glue to reattach a crown. A prompt appointment allows the dentist to assess the pulp, root and restoration options.

Knocked-out permanent tooth

Hold the tooth by the crown, never by the root. If it is dirty, rinse it briefly without scrubbing. If it can be replaced without force, hold it gently in position; otherwise, keep it moist in milk or a suitable tooth-preservation solution and seek dental care immediately.

Never reinsert a knocked-out baby tooth.

Dental abscess or swelling

Do not pierce the swelling. A dental infection may require drainage or treatment of the tooth. Antibiotics are not always needed and should only be prescribed after a clinical assessment.

If the swelling is spreading, you have a fever, or you have difficulty swallowing or breathing, call 144.

Useful numbers in Montreux and the Canton of Vaud

Cabinet Dentaire du Casino: 021 963 36 71, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am–6:00 pm
Canton of Vaud medical and dental on-call service: 0848 133 133
Life-threatening emergency: 144

Frequently asked questions

Is 143 the medical emergency number in Switzerland?

No. 143 is the emotional-support helpline La Main Tendue. For non-life-threatening medical or dental guidance in the Canton of Vaud, call 0848 133 133. For a life-threatening emergency, call 144.

Can I wait if a permanent tooth has been knocked out?

No. Time strongly affects the chance of saving a permanent tooth. Seek dental care immediately and keep the tooth moist while travelling.

Do I always need antibiotics for a dental abscess?

No. Treating the cause and draining the infection may be the priority. The decision depends on the clinical examination and any general symptoms.

Sources and medical review

Author: Cabinet Dentaire du Casino team. Medical review: Dr Pedro Elmano Matos, dentist.

This general information does not replace a clinical examination or personalised diagnosis.

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