Dentists are open for urgent and routine treatments.
If you have a regular dentist, call the surgery – some practices offer appointments at short notice.
If you haven’t seen your usual dentist in the last 2 years or you don’t have a dentist, call NHS 111 for advice.
Need urgent dental treatment? Extra urgent dental appointments are now available. Contact NHS 111 if you need urgent dental care.
If you need urgent dental care for any of the following conditions, you can book an urgent appointment via NHS111 or by phoning 111. You can also contact 111 in BSL through the 111 BSL Service.
Do not contact a GP, as they will not be able to offer emergency or out-of-hours dental care.
Conditions
Severe toothache: persistent and intense pain that cannot be managed with over-the-counter painkillers.
Dental abscess: infection causing swelling, pain, and possibly fever.
Broken or knocked-out tooth: trauma resulting in a fractured or completely dislodged tooth.
Uncontrolled bleeding: bleeding in mouth that doesn’t stop maybe following a dental procedure or an injury.
Swelling: significant swelling in the mouth or face that could indicate an infection.
Fractured, loose or displaced fillings causing pain.
Bleeding gums requiring urgent treatment for acute conditions.
Non-urgent advice: Other treatments
Other treatments may be available at the discretion of the dentist. These treatments may require extra visits and costs.
