Is It a Dental Emergency? When to Call an Emergency Dentist in Chester
Is something wrong? In unbearable pain and need to see an emergency dentist immediately today? If you’re not registered with an NHS dentist, you can turn to Tudor House Dental in Tarvin, who are part private, part NHS.
Children under 18 are seen for free, and adults can access our emergency dentist care by paying just £30 for a same-day appointment.
Booking your emergency appointment today
Tudor House Dental is based in 62 High Street, Tarvin, Chester, CH3 8JB. We are open Monday to Friday, with easy local parking and step-free access available.
As emergency dentists in Chester, we accept patients from all postcodes and towns, including: Kelsall, Tarporley, Tattenhall, Ashton, Frodsham, Christelton, Boughton, Ellesmere Port, Nantwich, Winsford, Hoole and Tarvin.
Book online or call 01829 741284 to be seen today.
Emergency dentist cost in Chester
At Tudor House Dental, we ensure that patients in pain can always access emergency dental care, even if they’re on a budget, which is why we offer £30 for same-day appointments to assess all types of dental problems and 0% dental financing for any follow-up treatment, such as tooth extraction or root canals that cost upwards of £1,500.
You won’t find prices like this anywhere else:
£30 is for your assessment and diagnosis and a same-day appointment with the dentist. After a diagnosis, we will explain the next steps, treatment options, and their costs before proceeding.
Book online or call 01829 741284 to be seen today.
What counts as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is often defined as any dental problem that requires urgent attention. If you’re in pain, have swelling, are showing signs of an infection or have a damaged tooth, it’s best not to wait for a routine appointment.
Dental emergencies we accept for same-day appointments:
- Severe toothache or throbbing tooth pain
- Dental abscess or facial swelling
- A knocked-out or loose adult tooth
- A broken, cracked or chipped tooth
- A lost filling, crown or bridge
- Bleeding after an extraction
- Dental trauma after an accident or sports injury
- Wisdom tooth pain with swelling
- Gum infection or painful swelling
- Broken dentures or other prosthetics
- Pain after dental treatment that is getting worse
- A child with dental pain, trauma or swelling
Children under 18 are seen free of charge on the NHS at our dental practice in Chester. Learn more about our emergency dentist service.
When you need to see an emergency dentist
| Problem | Is it urgent? | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Severe toothache | Yes | Book an emergency dental appointment |
| Facial swelling | Yes | Call a dentist urgently; use NHS 111 if out of hours |
| Swelling affecting breathing, swallowing or eye area | Medical emergency | Call 999 or go to A&E |
| Knocked-out adult tooth | Yes, immediately | Call an emergency dentist straight away |
| Knocked-out baby tooth | Yes, but do not reinsert it | Call a dentist for advice |
| Broken tooth with pain | Yes | Book an emergency appointment |
| Broken tooth with no pain | Soon | Book a dental appointment before it worsens |
| Lost filling | Often urgent | Book a dental appointment, especially if painful or sharp |
| Lost crown | Often urgent | Keep the crown and book a dental appointment |
| Dental abscess | Yes | Needs dental assessment and treatment |
| Bleeding after extraction that will not stop | Yes | Call your dentist urgently |
| Broken braces wire causing injury | Urgent | Contact your dentist for the best course of action. |
| Mild sensitivity | Not usually emergency | Book a routine dental appointment |
| Cosmetic chip with no pain | Not usually emergency | We understand this can feel like an emergency, especially if aesthetics are compromised and our cosmetic dentists can see you the same day. |
You should not wait for a routine check-up if the pain is severe or getting worse, is not responding to painkillers, your face, gum, or jaw is swollen, and you have a bad taste, pus, or signs of infection.
It’s important to bear in mind that dental problems become more difficult, complex and expensive to treat if they are left too long.
Early emergency care response relieves pain, protects the tooth, prevents infection from spreading and makes it all the more likely that a dentist can save your tooth.
Most problems are treated by a dentist, but if you have these symptoms, go to A&E
Most dental problems are handled and treated by a dentist, not A&E. However, some symptoms need urgent medical attention. If you’re unsure, call 111 for advice.
Urgent signs include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Difficulty swallowing
- Swelling affecting your airway
- Swelling around the eye
- Severe facial swelling
- Heavy bleeding that will not stop
- Serious facial trauma
- Signs of a serious spreading infection
