Dental emergencies often happen unexpectedly and can quickly disrupt your daily life, causing significant discomfort and stress.

At Q Dental, our emergency dental service is designed to provide fast, effective care when you need it most — helping you get out of pain and back to feeling like yourself as quickly as possible. Our team is experienced in managing a wide range of dental emergencies, including tooth, gum, oral tissue, and jaw-related problems.
Fast, responsive and caring support
We accept both registered and non-registered patients for emergency appointments. At Q Dental, we understand that when pain strikes, time matters. In many cases, the sooner you are seen, the simpler and more effective the treatment can be.
If you are unsure whether your situation is urgent, we always encourage you to contact us for advice — it’s better to have reassurance than to wait in discomfort. We aim to see emergency patients within 24 hours, and in most cases, you will be seen the same day.
Your emergency appointment – what to expect
- Contact Us: Call us and briefly describe your symptoms. We will arrange an emergency appointment for you as soon as possible.
- Assessment and diagnosis: Your dentist will carefully examine the area and may take X-rays or other diagnostic tests to identify the cause of the problem.
- Treatment: Where possible, treatment will be carried out on the same day to relieve pain and stabilise your condition. In some cases, further restorative treatment may be scheduled if required.
- Relief and reassurance: Our primary goal is to reduce your pain, address the issue, and ensure you leave feeling more comfortable than when you arrived.
Out-of-hours care
For urgent dental issues outside of practice hours, patients may be directed to NHS 111 for further guidance and access to emergency services.
Opening hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
FAQs
What counts as a dental emergency?
You should contact us urgently if you experience any of the following:
- Severe toothache or persistent dental pain.
- Swelling of the face, gums, or jaw.
- Broken, loose, or knocked-out teeth.
- Lost fillings, crowns, bridges, or dentures.
- Dental infections or wisdom tooth pain.
- Injury to the mouth or face causing bleeding or trauma.
- Pain or sensitivity that affects eating, sleeping, or daily activities.
If you are ever unsure, it is always best to call the practice for advice.
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