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Emergency Dentistry

At Alpha Dental Care, we specialise in providing immediate, compassionate care for dental emergencies. With multiple locations throughout the UK, our practices are equipped to handle urgent dental issues, whether you’re an NHS or private patient.

What is Emergency Dentistry?

Emergency dentistry specialises in providing immediate care for dental issues that require urgent attention. At Alpha Dental Care, our experienced teams across the UK are equipped to handle a range of problems, including:

  • Severe tooth pain that won’t subside
  • Swelling or abscesses in the mouth
  • Broken or knocked-out teeth
  • Lost fillings or crowns
  • Bleeding that won’t stop

If you’re experiencing any of these issues, it’s time to seek emergency dental care at your nearest Riverdale Healthcare practice.

Why choose us for Dental Emergemcies?

NHS & private dental

We offer both NHS and private dental care, ensuring high-quality treatment is accessible and affordable for everyone, including emergencies.

Experienced dental team

Our skilled dentists are trained to handle all types of dental emergencies, from tooth extractions to treating severe infections.

Easy booking

Use our online booking feature to find our soonest emergency dentist appointment, without any hassle of exchanging emails or calling to discuss availability.

Helps patients with dental phobia

Enables those with severe fear to receive essential dental care.

Find your local Alpha Dental Care practice offering Emergency dental appointment across the United Kingdom.

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Emergency Dental Care FAQ's

Yes, most dentists reserve slots for emergencies. At Alpha Dental Care, we prioritise urgent cases to ensure you receive care as quickly as possible.

Absolutely. The NHS 111 service can direct you to an emergency dentist. However, you can also contact one of our Alpha Dental Care practices directly for faster assistance.

While A&E is an option for severe cases like facial swelling or trauma, most dental issues are better handled by an emergency dentist.

If you’re in severe pain:

  • Take over-the-counter painkillers (following the recommended dosage).
  • Apply a cold compress to the affected area.
  • Contact Riverdale Healthcare for immediate care.

In most cases, yes. Our emergency dentists will extract a tooth if it’s causing significant pain or posing a risk to your health.

Symptoms include high fever, rapid heartbeat, confusion, and severe swelling. If you suspect sepsis, seek emergency dental care immediately or go to A&E.

Some infections may not cause pain initially, but delaying treatment can lead to complications. If you notice swelling, redness, or discomfort, contact Alpha Dental Care as soon as possible.

Yes, removing the infected tooth will typically relieve the pain. However, our dentists may also prescribe antibiotics to address any remaining infection.