Emergency Dental
Dental pain or trauma? We're here to help fast. We keep time aside for emergencies and aim to see you the same day for urgent relief.
About Emergency Dental
Dental emergencies are stressful and often painful — and they rarely happen at a convenient time. Whether you have severe toothache, a broken or knocked-out tooth, a lost filling or crown, a dental abscess or an injury to your mouth, prompt care relieves pain and gives the best chance of saving the tooth. We keep appointments aside each day for emergencies and prioritise getting you seen quickly.
Our calm, caring team will get you comfortable, diagnose the problem and treat the cause — not just the symptoms. If you've knocked out an adult tooth, time is critical: keep it moist (in milk or your cheek, not water), avoid touching the root, and call us immediately.
Benefits
Priority, often same-day emergency appointments
Fast relief from dental pain and infection
Best chance of saving a damaged or knocked-out tooth
Calm, reassuring care when you need it most
Clear advice on costs and next steps before we treat
What to expect
We'll explain everything at each stage, so you always know what's happening and feel comfortable throughout.
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Call us straight away
Phone us and describe what's happened — we'll give first-aid advice and arrange to see you quickly.
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Rapid assessment
We get you comfortable, examine the problem and take any X-rays needed to diagnose the cause.
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Relieve & treat
We relieve your pain and treat the cause — from infection to a broken or lost tooth.
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Follow-up plan
We arrange any further treatment needed to fully restore your tooth and prevent recurrence.
Is it right for you?
Call us for severe or persistent toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost filling or crown, a swelling or abscess, bleeding that won't stop, or any injury to your teeth, gums or jaw. When in doubt, call — we'll advise you.
Recovery & aftercare
Follow the specific aftercare we give you, take any prescribed medication as directed, eat soft foods, and attend your follow-up so we can complete any restorative treatment.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?expand_more
Handle it by the crown (not the root), keep it moist in milk or inside your cheek, don't scrub it, and call us immediately — fast action gives the best chance of saving it.
Can you see me the same day?expand_more
We keep appointments aside for emergencies each day and prioritise urgent cases, so we can usually see you the same day. Call us as early as possible.
How do I manage a toothache before my appointment?expand_more
Take over-the-counter pain relief as directed, rinse with warm salt water, and apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek. Avoid placing aspirin directly on the gum.
Is a dental abscess serious?expand_more
Yes. An abscess is an infection that can spread and become dangerous. If you have facial swelling, fever or difficulty swallowing or breathing, seek urgent care immediately.
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Learn morearrow_forwardReady to get started?
Book a consultation for emergency dental at Eglinton Dental Care. We'll answer your questions and tailor a plan to your needs.