Emergency Dental Care London

🚨 Dental Emergency? Don't Wait!

Call us immediately for urgent dental care. Time is critical for saving teeth and preventing complications.

What Constitutes a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency requires immediate professional attention to relieve severe pain, save a tooth, or stop bleeding. In fact,diseases of the pulp and periapical tissues, such as dental abscesses, account for about 45% of all non-traumatic dental emergency visits to the ER. The next most common issue is toothache and disorders of the supporting structures, making up about 19% of visits. Don't ignore these warning signs:

🦷 Severe Pain & Swelling

Intense toothache or facial swelling that interferes with daily activities

🔴 Dental Abscess

Serious infection requiring urgent treatment to prevent spread

💥 Broken or Chipped Tooth

Significant damage to tooth structure from trauma or injury

⚡ Knocked-Out Tooth

Complete tooth avulsion requiring immediate reimplantation

🩸 Uncontrolled Bleeding

Persistent bleeding following dental injury or procedure

👑 Lost Crown/Filling

Missing restoration causing significant pain or sensitivity

Immediate Action Steps

Before Visiting Our London Clinic

Call Ahead: Contact us immediately so we can prepare for your arrival and provide phone guidance.

Pain Management: Take over-the-counter pain relievers as directed and apply cold compress to reduce swelling.

Gather Information: Note when symptoms started and what may have triggered the emergency.

First Aid for Common Dental Emergencies

Severe Toothache

Rinse mouth with warm water
Gently floss to remove trapped debris
Never place aspirin directly on tooth
Apply cold compress to reduce swelling

Broken or Chipped Tooth

Save any tooth fragments
Rinse mouth with warm water
Apply gauze to control bleeding
Use cold compress to minimize swelling

Dental Abscess

Rinse with mild salt water several times daily
This is a serious infection requiring urgent care
Do not delay treatment - infections spread rapidly

Lost Filling or Crown

Keep the restoration if possible
Avoid chewing on the affected side
Use dental cement as temporary protection

Emergency Dental Care for Children

Children are especially vulnerable—in Canada, an estimated 2.26 million school-days are missed each year due to dental illness. Even more concerning, tooth decay accounts for one-third of all day surgeries among children aged 1 to 5, showing just how serious pediatric dental emergencies can be.

👶 Baby Teeth Emergencies

Do not attempt to reinsert a knocked-out baby tooth
Contact our London clinic for professional guidance
Monitor for signs of infection or damage to permanent teeth

🦷 Permanent Teeth Emergencies

Follow adult protocols for knocked-out permanent teeth
Keep the tooth moist and seek immediate care
Time is critical for successful reimplantation

Pediatric Considerations

Rinse gently with warm water for toothaches
Check for food debris between teeth
Never apply medication directly to gums
Provide comfort and reassurance during treatment

Our Emergency Protocols in London

🛡️ Safety Measures

Strict infection control protocols maintained
Emergency patients receive priority scheduling
State-of-the-art diagnostic equipment

⚕️ Treatment Approach

Immediate pain relief
Infection control and management
Tooth preservation when possible
Comprehensive follow-up care planning

Preventing Dental Emergencies

Prevention is always better than emergency treatment. Dental problems can disrupt daily life—18% of adults report avoiding certain foods due to mouth problems, which highlights how oral health affects overall nutrition and well-being. Our prevention-focused approach helps you avoid these complications.