Emergency Dental Appointments: How to Access Urgent Dental Care
Dental emergencies can happen at any time and often require prompt attention to relieve pain and prevent further complications. If you are searching for an emergency dentist or need advice on urgent dental care in the UK, it is important to know the correct steps to take.
As a newly opened dental clinic, we want to provide clear guidance on how patients can access emergency dental treatment safely and efficiently.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is any oral health issue that requires immediate treatment. Common examples include:
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Severe or persistent toothache
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Facial swelling, dental abscess, or infection
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Broken, cracked, or knocked-out teeth
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Uncontrolled bleeding following dental treatment
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Pain caused by trauma or injury to the mouth or jaw
If left untreated, these conditions may worsen and lead to further health problems.
How to Get an Emergency Dental Appointment in the UK
If you need urgent dental treatment and cannot access your regular dentist, the recommended route in England is to contact NHS 111.
By calling NHS 111 or using the online service, you can receive advice and, where appropriate, be referred to a local Emergency Dental Care Service. These services are designed to provide urgent care when routine dental appointments are unavailable, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Please note that A&E is not suitable for dental problems unless there is a serious medical emergency such as:
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Difficulty breathing or swallowing
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Severe facial swelling affecting the airway
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Heavy bleeding that cannot be controlled
Emergency Dental Care and Our Clinic
As a newly opened practice, we are currently in the process of establishing our full range of services, including emergency and urgent dental appointments. Until these services are fully available, patients experiencing dental emergencies should continue to contact NHS 111 or their local emergency dental care line for immediate assistance.
We will update our website and inform patients once emergency appointments become available directly through our clinic.
When to Seek Immediate Medical Help
While most dental emergencies can be managed through emergency dental services, you should seek urgent medical attention if you experience:
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Rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling
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Difficulty breathing
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High fever associated with dental infection
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Severe trauma to the face or jaw
In these cases, contact NHS 111 immediately or attend A&E if advised.
Supporting Patients with Emergency Dental Needs
We understand that searching for an emergency dentist near you can be stressful, particularly if you are in pain. Our team is committed to providing clear information and support as our services expand. If you have general questions about emergency dental care, future appointments, or registering with our practice, our reception team will be happy to help.
Your oral health is important to us, and we look forward to supporting our local community with high-quality dental care as our clinic continues to grow.