Dental pain in Douala: how to contact the practice
General guidance on asking for an assessment and knowing when to seek urgent medical help.

## Contact the practice
If dental pain is severe or getting worse, call Cabinet Sourire Serein on +237 677 87 34 42 to explain what is happening and confirm that the dental service is available. The listed hours are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; call before travelling to confirm how you can be seen.
## While waiting for professional advice
Describe your symptoms and mention any medicines you have taken or known allergies. Do not place medicine directly on a tooth or gum, and do not take treatment that has not been recommended by a professional.
## When to seek urgent medical help
Difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant facial swelling, a serious injury or uncontrolled bleeding requires urgent medical help. This article gives general guidance and does not replace an examination or medical advice.