Emergency dental care
Urgent help for severe toothache, swelling, and broken or knocked-out teeth.
Typical time: Same visit, then a plan
Go to the nearest hospital emergency department if swelling spreads towards your eye or neck, or makes it hard to breathe or swallow.
Right now
What to do before you reach us
Dental pain rarely waits for a convenient time. Message or call your nearest branch, tell us it’s urgent, and we’ll find the earliest time we can see you.
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A knocked-out adult tooth
Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse it briefly if it’s dirty and, if you can, push it back into the socket. If not, keep it in milk and come in straight away. Time matters.
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A broken tooth
Rinse with warm water, keep any pieces, and cover sharp edges with sugar-free gum or dental wax.
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Toothache
Take a painkiller you normally take safely. Don’t put aspirin on the gum, as it can burn.
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Swelling
Hold a cold compress against the outside of your face while you arrange an appointment.
Questions
Common Questions
Is a broken tooth always an emergency?
Not always. If there’s no pain and the break is small, it can usually wait a few days. Pain, swelling or a large break should be seen as soon as possible.
My child has knocked out a milk tooth. Should I put it back?
No. Putting a milk tooth back can damage the adult tooth growing underneath. Keep your child comfortable and bring them in so we can check the area.
| Treatment | Typical time |
|---|---|
| Root canal treatment | 1–2 visits |
| Wisdom teeth and extractions | 1 visit |
| Crowns and bridges | 2 visits |
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Message or call the branch that’s easiest for you to reach, and we’ll confirm a time.
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