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BDS, MDS - Orthodontics
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A-6723 (2015).
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Dental Concerns in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi
Most dental problems start small, and knowing which ones can wait and which cannot makes the first decision easier. At Orion Dental Clinic, a dentist in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), South Delhi, this guide sorts common concerns into urgent and routine, and sends you to a page for each one, including pain, gums, breath, injuries, missing teeth and how your smile looks, in plain language.
Care is planned by Dr Anupam Sinha (BDS, MDS) and Dr Natalia DeSilva (BDS, MDS). If you have swelling that spreads, or trouble swallowing or breathing, call 112 or go to a hospital now. Ask as many questions as you need.
- How long toothache can last before the NHS advises booking a dentist, or sooner if painkillers do not ease it 1
- 2 days
- A dental abscess needs urgent dental treatment and will not clear up on its own 2
- Urgent
- Sore, swollen gums with loose or falling-out teeth need urgent attention 3
- Urgent
- The NHS describes a chipped, cracked or broken tooth as non-urgent, and says to keep any broken piece in milk or saliva 4
- Non-urgent
These statements come from NHS patient information, listed at the end of the page. They are general, and your dentist will explain what applies to you.
Medically reviewed by Dr Anupam Sinha, BDS, MDS - Orthodontics, .
Quick answer
Dental concerns at Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi range from toothache, bleeding gums and bad breath to chips, missing teeth and worries about how a smile looks. Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva see them. Swelling that spreads, or trouble swallowing or breathing, is an emergency.
01 Overview
Which dental concern do you have in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi?
The NHS gives clear rules for when a dental problem cannot wait. Toothache that lasts more than two days, or does not ease with painkillers, or comes with a fever, pain on biting, red gums, a bad taste or a swollen cheek or jaw, needs a dentist.1 A dental abscess needs urgent treatment and will not clear up on its own.2 Sore, swollen gums with loose or falling-out teeth, ulcers or red patches, or a lump in the mouth or on the lip, also need urgent attention.3
Other problems can wait for a booked visit. The NHS describes a chipped, cracked or broken tooth as non-urgent, and advises keeping any broken piece in milk or saliva.4 Gums that bleed when you brush, bad breath that lasts beyond a few weeks of self-care, and teeth that look stained or crooked are all worth a dental check, but not an emergency.35
The groups below point to a page for each concern, with what causes it, what you can do at home and what the dentist can do. Treatments are covered on separate pages, and the emergency page has first aid for the urgent ones.
Urgent signs are about swelling that spreads, trouble breathing or swallowing, an abscess and knocked-out teeth, and almost everything else can be booked.
02 Candidacy
Which dental problems are urgent, and which can wait?
This sorting follows the NHS pages. If you are not sure, call us and describe what is happening.
See a dentist urgently if
Pain with swelling, fever or trouble swallowing or breathing is for the same day, and the rest can be booked.
03 Options
Where do you find help with each dental concern in Greater Kailash 1?
Each concern has its own page, written from NHS information and systematic reviews.
Pain, injury and emergencies
Read about tooth pain, a painful wisdom tooth, a broken or knocked-out tooth and jaw pain, which can have causes outside the mouth. See dental emergency for what to do first.
Urgent signs first
Gums, loose teeth and breath
Read about bleeding gums, swollen gums, loose teeth and bad breath. The NHS says gum disease is very common and should be checked by a dentist.3
Gum disease is common 3
How teeth look and missing teeth
Read about yellow teeth, crooked teeth, gaps between teeth and missing teeth, and how each can be treated.
Appearance and function
Two more concerns have their own pages: sensitive teeth, and dental anxiety, for people who put off visits because of fear.
Start with the concern that is bothering you most, and every page ends with a way to book.
04 Procedure
What happens when you come in with a dental concern, step by step?
Every case is individual, so your visit may differ. This is the usual order.
The first visit is for finding the cause, and any urgent problem is dealt with first.
Telling us what is wrong with your tooth or gums
You say what is bothering you, how long it has been going on and whether you have swelling, a fever or a bad taste, and we say how soon you should be seen.12
Questions about your health and teeth
The dentist asks about your health, medicines, allergies and earlier dental work, which can change what is suitable.
Examining your teeth and gums
The dentist looks at the teeth, gums and bite, tests the tooth if there is pain, and takes X-rays where needed.
Finding the cause of the dental problem
Decay, a crack, infection, gum disease and grinding are common causes of dental pain, and the dentist works out which applies.1
Easing the problem first
If there is an abscess it is drained, usually under local anaesthetic, before anything else.2
Agreeing the treatment
You talk through the choices, including doing nothing for now, and nothing starts without your agreement.
Review
A check shows whether the problem has settled, and a plan for regular check-ups keeps small problems small.
05 Aftercare
What to do at home while you wait for a dental appointment in Greater Kailash 1
These are the NHS self-care steps. They ease symptoms, but they do not treat the cause.15
Pain
Ibuprofen or paracetamol can help, within the recommended dose. Children under 16 should not take aspirin.12
Eating and cleaning
Eat soft foods, avoid chewing on a sore tooth, use a soft toothbrush, and clean between your teeth daily, but not around a sore tooth.12
A broken piece
Keep any broken piece of tooth in milk or saliva and bring it to the dentist.4
Habits
Do not smoke, and avoid very hot, very cold or sweet food and drink while a tooth is sore.1
When to call us
Call the clinic on 098115 01995 if you have toothache lasting more than two days, a swollen cheek or jaw, a fever, a bad taste, or very sore swollen gums with loose teeth. Go to a hospital emergency department if you have swelling around the eye or neck, or swelling that makes it hard to breathe, speak or swallow, and ask someone to take you rather than driving yourself.
Home care eases things for a while, and the dentist treats the cause.
06 Limits and risks
When is a dental concern not just a dental problem?
Most dental concerns are in the teeth and gums, but a few are not. These are situations where a doctor is needed:
- Jaw pain with chest pain, breathlessness or sweating.
- Jaw pain with severe headaches, scalp tenderness or vision problems.
- Swelling that spreads to the face, neck or eye, or affects breathing or swallowing.
- Bad breath that comes with dry mouth, tonsillitis or acid reflux.
- Pain that moves around the face in short, sharp shocks.
In these cases a doctor or a hospital emergency department is the right next step, and the dentist will say so.
Risks and complications
Waiting makes problems worse. The NHS says a dentist can treat the cause of toothache and prevent the problem from getting worse, and advises booking if it lasts over two days.1
An abscess will not clear on its own. It needs urgent dental treatment, and swelling that affects breathing or swallowing needs a hospital emergency department.2
Gum disease can lead to loose or lost teeth. The NHS lists bad breath, a bad taste, shrinking gums, loose or falling-out teeth and a dental abscess among its complications.3
Some causes are not dental. The NHS lists dry mouth, tonsillitis and acid reflux among the medical causes of bad breath.5
A good dentist tells you when the problem is not in the mouth.
07 Your visit
What happens at your first appointment for a dental concern?
At your first visit, a dentist at Orion Dental Clinic asks what is bothering you, how long it has gone on and whether anything makes it better or worse. You are asked about your health, medicines, allergies and any dental work you have had.
The dentist examines your teeth and gums, tests the tooth if there is pain and takes X-rays where needed. You then talk through what the problem is, what the choices are, what the risks are and how long treatment would take, and you can ask any question.
The first visit is for finding the cause, and you decide each step.
08 Why this clinic
Why choose Orion Dental Clinic for dental concerns in Greater Kailash 1?
You meet the doctors who examine you, and you can ask them what they have found and what they have ruled out.
Dr Natalia DeSilva
BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology
- Delhi State Dental Council registration number A 11417 (2013), and Karnataka State Dental Council A-13203 (2003).
Doctors you can ask
Dr Anupam Sinha and Dr Natalia DeSilva see patients with many different concerns, and patients mention both in their reviews.
Imaging on site
Imaging is available at the clinic, so the X-rays used to find the cause can be taken there.
Treatment under one roof
Fillings, root canal treatment, gum care, extractions, braces and replacement of teeth can be planned at the same clinic.
Ask what the cause is, what the options are and what happens if you wait.
09 Reviews
Patient reviews of Orion Dental Clinic in Greater Kailash 1
“I visited Dr Natalia for oral check up . Dr Natalia is very knowledgeable and understand patient’s concerns . She provided me clear reason and resolutions for the issues. Overall it was a very good experience.”
“Had a great experience with Dr. Natalia and Dr. Anupam as well as the rest of the staff. Everybody is very professional and sweet.”
“Dr Natalia and Dr Anupam have been my dentists for many years. They are warm and friendly but also straight forward and honest. They guide you through the procedure while ensuring patient comfort. Friendly staff and a lovely clinic.”
10 Visit us
Dentist for dental concerns in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), Delhi: location and hours
Mon to Sat, 9:30 am to 8:00 pm
Orion Dental Clinic Basement, E 75, Greater Kailash-1,Greater Kailash Enclave I
New Delhi, Delhi 110048
098115 01995
| Monday to Saturday | 9:30 am to 8:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed |
If you are looking for a dentist for dental problems in Greater Kailash or nearby, Orion Dental Clinic is in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1 (GK 1), opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1, so call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment and use the map for directions. More about the clinic: dentist in Greater Kailash.
11 Travelling patients
Visiting Delhi with a dental problem?
If you have a dental problem while you are visiting Delhi, call us and tell us what is happening and how long it has lasted. The NHS advises seeing a dentist if toothache lasts more than two days, and an abscess needs urgent treatment,12 so do not wait until you fly home. We can examine you, take X-rays and give you written advice and your images to take home.
You can read about how dental tourism in Delhi works.
Call as soon as a problem starts, and do not wait until you are home.
12 Questions
Common dental problems in Greater Kailash 1, Delhi: questions patients ask
Which dental problems are emergencies?
How long can I leave a toothache?
The NHS advises booking a dentist if it lasts more than two days or does not ease with painkillers, or sooner if you have a fever, a swollen cheek or jaw, red gums or a bad taste.1
Can a chipped tooth wait?
Usually. The NHS describes it as non-urgent, and advises keeping any broken piece in milk or saliva and seeing a dentist.4
Are bleeding gums serious?
They are a sign of gum disease, which is very common, so the NHS advises having it checked by a dentist.3
What should I do about bad breath?
Brush, clean between your teeth and clean your tongue for a few weeks, and see a dentist if it persists.5
Should I see a family doctor for tooth problems?
Do I need to pay attention to my other health problems?
How do I book?
Call us or message us on WhatsApp. There is no form to fill in.
Where can I find a dentist for dental problems near me in South Delhi?
Orion Dental Clinic is a dental clinic in Greater Kailash 1 (GK 1), in the basement of E 75, Greater Kailash Enclave 1, opposite Anubhav Play School, with the entrance at Gate 1. Patients come for dental problems in Greater Kailash from Kailash Colony, CR Park, Nehru Place, Lajpat Nagar, Defence Colony and South Extension. Call or message us on WhatsApp to book an appointment.
13 Second opinion
Worried about a tooth, your gums or your breath?
Tell us what you have noticed and for how long. If it is painful or swelling is spreading, call us the same day. Otherwise message us on WhatsApp, bring any earlier X-rays or reports, and a dentist will look for the cause and explain what to do next, including whether it can wait a few days. There is no form to fill in.
14 Related
Related treatments and guides
Dental emergency
Read this for first aid and what counts as an emergency.
What to do about tooth pain
Read this for the commonest dental concern.
Dental Anxiety
Read this if fear is stopping you from booking.
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Sources (5)
- NHS website. Toothache (patient information). Page review date 1 July 2024. www.nhs.uk/conditions/toothache/
- NHS website. Dental abscess (patient information). Page review date 18 March 2026. www.nhs.uk/conditions/dental-abscess/
- NHS website. Gum disease (patient information). Page review date 20 April 2026. www.nhs.uk/conditions/gum-disease/
- NHS website. Chipped, broken or cracked tooth (patient information). Page review date 9 January 2025. www.nhs.uk/conditions/chipped-broken-or-cracked-tooth/
- NHS website. Bad breath (halitosis) (patient information). Page review date 5 June 2025. www.nhs.uk/conditions/bad-breath/
This page is general information, not a diagnosis or a substitute for an examination, and results vary between patients.