Shepperton & Surrey
Emergency Dentist
Emergency Dentist
In WOKING & SURREY
At Shepperton Dental, we class anything that is causing you pain or damage to your teeth, mouth or gums as a dental emergency. Any bleeding from your mouth is also a dental emergency.
A dental emergency can be upsetting, we always recommend that you call us to see the emergency dentist as soon as possible.
Common dental emergencies include:
- Constant toothache
- A broken filling
- A lost crown
- A chipped or knocked-out tooth
- An abscess
We offer emergency dental care to patients from Shepperton, Walton-on-Thames, Chertsey, Upper Halliford, Lower Halliford, Littleton and throughout Surrey. Give our friendly team a call on 01932252523 and they will book you in.
How to get an emergency dental appointment
at Shepperton Dental
Please call us for an emergency dental appointment as soon as you can. If you’re feeling shaken or distressed, please ask a friend or relative to book for you to see the emergency dentist as soon as possible.
We aim to see emergency dental appointments on the same day that you call, providing it isn’t too late in the day.
Please call 01932 252 523 to book your emergency dental appointment.
You do not need to be registered at Shepperton Dental Surgery to see our emergency dentist; we are happy to see new patients that need emergency dental treatment.
If you have a dental emergency outside of our usual opening hours, please call 111 who will be able to advise you what to do. They are available every day until 9.30pm every day.
Do you need an Emergency Dentist
In Surrey today?
Do you have
- Painful Toothache?
- A Broken Filling?
- A Lost Crown?
- Bleeding Gums?
Call us on 019322 52523 to Book your same-day appointment.
Advice for some common
dental emergencies In Surrey
Here are some tips to consider with some of the more common dental emergencies:
Painful swellings
Do not ignore painful swellings around your face, teeth, or gums. They may indicate an infection in your teeth, gums, or jawbone, or could be a tooth abscess requiring prompt dental attention.
A dental abscess is an infection in your tooth which may cause pain, swelling or inflammation in your mouth. It can also cause pus in your tooth, gum or jaw. The emergency dentist will need to check how severe the dental abscess is and ensure that the infection doesn’t spread to other parts of your body. The emergency dentist may begin root canal treatment immediately or deal with the abscess and recommend root canal therapy later. Take paracetamol for the pain and try rinsing your mouth in salty water to alleviate the pain and swelling. Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
Knocked Out Tooth
This is a frightening and distressing experience. If you have suffered a fall and are experiencing any other injuries, you should go to A&E. Call us or ask a friend to phone us for an emergency dental appointment as soon as you can. Time is of the essence in attempting to save your knocked-out tooth.
Hold the knocked-out tooth by the crown and never by the roots. Don’t overhandle the tooth or attempt to clean it. To prevent it drying out, you can keep it in your mouth or in a cup of cold milk whilst you wait to see the emergency dentist.
Toothache
Persistent toothache can be agonising. Call us to see the emergency dentist and in the meantime, take paracetamol for the pain. Avoid eating or drinking anything that is very hot or very cold. Try rinsing your mouth in salty water which can ease the pain.
Emergency Dentist
Faqs
Should I go to hospital with my dental emergency?
We would only advise going to hospital if you have sustained severe injuries to your mouth, face or teeth for example through a fall or accident. For anything else, you could call us for an appointment with the emergency dentist as soon as you can.
What should I do if I have a dental emergency at the weekend?
You should call us as we do provide emergency cover during the weekends. If your dental emergency occurs during the evening and you are worried or can’t wait until the morning, you should call 111 who will advise you on what to do next.
My child has knocked out their baby tooth. What can I do?
If your child is bleeding from the gum, use a soft cloth to apply gentle pressure. Call us for an emergency dental appointment. Save your child’s knocked out tooth in a cup of milk, but don’t try to re-insert it into the gum. Bring the tooth in the cup of milk with you when you see the emergency dentist. Give your child Calpol if they are experiencing any pain.
Why does my toothache feel worse at night?
This may happen because at night when you are lying down, the blood rushes to your head which causes more sensitivity to your mouth. Try to sit up and elevate your head before sleeping. Take paracetamol for the pain. Avoid extreme temperatures with food and drink, especially before going to bed.