In pain? We hold same-day slots — weekends included.
Call ahead if you can — it helps us set the right chair and tools up before you arrive — but if something's gone wrong with your teeth, get in touch straight away. We're open Saturdays and Sundays, so a weekend emergency doesn't mean waiting until Monday.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Not every dental problem needs to be seen the same day — but some do. As a rough guide, treat these as urgent:
- A tooth that's been knocked out or is badly loose after a knock
- A broken or chipped tooth, especially if it's sharp or painful
- Toothache severe enough to stop you sleeping or eating
- Swelling in the face, gum or jaw — this can indicate an infection or abscess
- A crown or filling that's come out and is causing pain or sensitivity
- Ongoing bleeding from the mouth that isn't from a minor cut
What to do while you're waiting to be seen
Knocked-out tooth
Pick it up by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently if dirty — don't scrub it — and try to pop it back into the socket facing the right way. If that's not possible, keep it in a cup of milk or saliva and get to us within 30 minutes if you can; the odds of saving the tooth drop fast after that.
Broken or chipped tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water, save any broken piece if you can find it, and apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to manage swelling. Avoid chewing on that side.
Severe toothache
Rinse with warm salt water and take an over-the-counter pain reliever as directed on the packet. Avoid putting aspirin directly against the gum — it won't help and can burn the tissue.
Lost filling or crown
If you still have the crown, over-the-counter dental cement or even sugar-free gum can hold it in place temporarily. Avoid chewing on that side until you're seen.
Swelling or suspected abscess
A cold compress can help with swelling, but facial swelling paired with fever or difficulty swallowing needs urgent attention — call us, and if it's severe, consider presenting to a hospital emergency department.
Do you take walk-ins for emergencies?
Call first if you possibly can — it lets us set aside time and the right equipment before you arrive, and means you're not waiting in the chair while we scramble to fit you in.
Are you open for emergencies on weekends?
Yes — we're open Saturdays 9am–4pm and Sundays 10am–4pm, so a weekend toothache or broken tooth doesn't have to wait until Monday. Call ahead if you can so we can have the right chair and tools ready.
What if it happens outside opening hours?
Call our number anyway and leave a message — for anything life-threatening (uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, facial swelling with fever), go to your nearest hospital emergency department rather than waiting.
How much does an emergency visit cost?
It depends on what's needed. We'll always talk you through the likely cost before we start treatment, and we accept Afterpay, Zip, and interest-free plans through TLC and Pretty Penny Finance.