Need an Emergency Dentist for Severe Tooth Pain?

Yes, in most cases. We reserve emergency appointment slots every day specifically for urgent dental problems and see the majority of emergency cases same-day. Call 01227 765 851 as early as possible in the day for best same-day availability. Morning calls are typically seen the same morning or early afternoon. Afternoon calls are usually seen later the same day. We assess urgency over the phone and prioritize cases with severe pain, infection, trauma, or knocked-out teeth. Even if we can't see you within hours, we'll book you in as soon as possible, typically same day or next morning.

We're closed Saturdays and Sundays. For dental emergencies outside our opening hours (evenings, weekends, bank holidays), call NHS 111 for out-of-hours emergency dental services. They'll direct you to the nearest available emergency dentist in Kent. For life-threatening emergencies, severe facial swelling affecting breathing, uncontrollable bleeding, or suspected broken jaw, go to A&E immediately. Most dental emergencies can wait until our next opening (Monday morning if an emergency occurs Saturday/Sunday). Take over-the-counter painkillers, use cold compresses, and call us first thing Monday morning on 01227 765 851.

Emergency appointments cost £80 for non-registered patients (covered within standard fees for registered patients). Treatment costs depend on what's needed: tooth extractions from £150, emergency fillings from £130 (white) or £108 (amalgam), X-rays £18 each if clinically necessary, re-cementing crowns from £50. We provide clear written quotes before starting treatment so you know costs upfront. Emergency treatment requires payment on the day, we accept cash, debit card, credit card. 0% finance available for treatment over £500 (subject to credit assessment). Don't avoid treatment because of cost concerns, untreated emergencies worsen rapidly and become much more expensive.

Dental emergencies needing same-day treatment include: severe toothache not responding to over-the-counter painkillers, knocked-out tooth (time-critical, call within 30 minutes), broken or chipped teeth with exposed nerves causing pain, lost fillings or crowns leaving teeth sensitive and vulnerable, dental abscesses (swollen, painful gums with pus), facial swelling from tooth infection, wisdom tooth pain with swelling or infection, broken dentures or braces causing pain, uncontrolled bleeding from mouth, objects stuck between teeth causing pain. If unsure whether your situation is an emergency, call 01227 765 851, we'll assess urgency and advise whether you need same-day treatment or can wait for a routine appointment.