Emergency Dentist Appointment

Emergency Dentist in Redditch

Dental pain has a habit of arriving at the worst possible moment. When it does, you need two things quickly: someone who can see you, and someone who can make it stop.

At Kingfisher Dental, we offer same-day emergency dentist appointments in Redditch for severe toothache, swelling, broken or knocked-out teeth and dental infections. Private emergency appointments cost £75, new patients are always welcome, and our team will do everything we can to get you seen today.

Need to be seen today? Call us on 01527 550995

The earlier you call, the more options we have to fit you in. Tell our team what's happened, and we'll find you the soonest available appointment.

• Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 5:30 pm. Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
• Find us: 272 Evesham Road, Redditch.
• When we're closed: call NHS 111 for urgent dental advice and local out-of-hours care.
• Facial swelling affecting your breathing, swallowing or eye: call 999 or go to A&E straight away.

Emergency Dental Care at a Glance

• Same-day emergency appointments wherever possible
• Private emergency appointments from £75
• New and existing patients welcome
• On-site digital X-rays for fast, accurate diagnosis
• Emergency appointments included in our dental membership plans

When Do You Need an Emergency Dentist?

If you're in pain, you shouldn't have to guess. Call us for an emergency appointment if you have any of the following:

• Severe toothache that's keeping you awake or barely easing with painkillers
• Swelling in your face, gum or jaw, particularly if it's getting worse
• A knocked-out or badly broken tooth after a fall, accident or sports injury
• A dental abscess, often felt as throbbing pain, a bad taste or a lump on the gum.
• Bleeding that won't stop after an injury or extraction.
• A lost crown or filling that has left a tooth painful or exposed.

Still not sure whether it's urgent? Our guide to what counts as a dental emergency explains what needs same-day care, what can safely wait, and what to do in the meantime. If in doubt, call us. We'd always rather hear from you early.

Emergency Dental Treatments We Provide

Our aim at every emergency appointment is simple: get you out of pain, deal with the cause, and protect the tooth wherever we can. Depending on what we find, treatment may include the following.

Severe Toothache and Infection

Intense or throbbing toothache usually means the nerve inside the tooth is inflamed or infected. We'll find the source, relieve the pressure, and, in many cases, start treatment to save the tooth. If root canal treatment is the best option, our root canal consultations with Dr Joshi explain exactly what's involved.

Dental Abscess Treatment

An abscess is a pocket of infection that won't clear up on its own, even if the pain comes and goes. We can drain the infection, ease the swelling and plan the treatment needed to stop it coming back.

Emergency Tooth Extraction

When a tooth is too badly damaged or infected to save, removing it can bring immediate relief. We'll always explain why an extraction is needed and talk you through your options first. Find out more about simple extractions and surgical extractions.

Broken or Chipped Teeth

A broken tooth can leave sharp edges and expose the sensitive layers underneath. We'll smooth and protect the tooth straight away, then discuss a longer-term repair. For larger breaks, a white crown is often the most reliable way to restore strength and appearance.

Lost Fillings and Crowns

If a filling has fallen out or a crown has come loose, we can protect the tooth quickly with a temporary filling or re-cement. Bring the crown with you if you still have it, as it can often be refitted.

Knocked-Out Teeth

A knocked-out adult tooth has the best chance of being saved if it's back in place within the hour, so call us immediately. Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, and keep it in a small container of milk on the way to us.

Complex Emergencies

Some emergencies need more time and more involved treatment, such as serious dental trauma or a spreading infection. Our complex emergency dental treatment is designed for exactly these situations.

How Much Does an Emergency Dentist Cost in Redditch?

A private emergency appointment at Kingfisher Dental costs £75, and complex emergency treatment costs £125. If you need further treatment, we'll explain what's involved and give you a clear price before anything begins. There are no surprises and no pressure to decide on the spot.

If you're on one of our dental membership plans, emergency appointments are included in your plan. It's one of the reasons many of our patients choose membership: when something goes wrong, cost isn't something they have to worry about.

You can see our full list of NHS and private prices on our practice fees page.

NHS and Private Emergency Dental Care in Redditch

Finding an NHS emergency dentist can be difficult, particularly if you're not currently registered with a practice. Here's how to get help, whichever route suits you.

If you're an existing Kingfisher patient, call us first. Our team will talk you through your options and get you seen as quickly as possible.

If you don't have an NHS dentist, NHS 111 can direct you to urgent dental care in Worcestershire. Urgent NHS dental treatment in England is charged at the Band 1 rate, currently £27.90, unless you're exempt from charges.

If you'd rather be seen today, you can book a private emergency appointment with us, whether or not you're registered with a dentist anywhere. Many patients who are waiting for an NHS place choose to see us privately when they're in pain, so they don't have to wait.

If you're looking for longer-term NHS care, our guide to NHS dentist waiting lists in Redditch explains your options.

What to Expect at Your Emergency Dentist Appointment

We know dental emergencies are stressful, so we keep the process as calm and straightforward as possible.

1. Call us first

Contact the practice as soon as the problem starts. Our team will ask about your symptoms, judge how urgently you need to be seen and book the earliest available appointment.

2. Assessment on arrival

Your dentist will examine the affected area and take digital X-rays where needed to understand exactly what's happening beneath the surface.

3. Pain relief

Your comfort comes first. Local anaesthetic or other suitable pain relief is given before any treatment begins.

4. Immediate treatment

Depending on what we find, treatment may include root canal therapy, an extraction, draining an abscess, a temporary filling or repairing a broken tooth. Your dentist will always explain what's involved before going ahead.

5. Stabilisation and next steps

If treatment can't be completed in one visit, we'll protect and stabilise the tooth. You'll leave with clear aftercare advice and, if needed, a follow-up appointment to finish your treatment.

Emergency Dentist Near Me: Redditch and Surrounding Areas

If you're searching for the nearest emergency dentist to you, you may be closer than you think. Our practice on Evesham Road, Redditch, sees emergency patients from across north Worcestershire and south Warwickshire, and it's often quicker to make a short drive to us than to wait for an appointment closer to home.

We regularly see emergency patients from Bromsgrove, Alcester, Henley-in-Arden, Kidderminster, Solihull, Studley, Droitwich, Astwood Bank and the wider Worcestershire area.

Wherever you're travelling from, call ahead so we can get everything ready for your arrival.

Out-of-Hours Dental Emergencies

Dental problems don't always happen during opening hours. If you need urgent help when we're closed, here's what to do:

• Call NHS 111 or use the NHS 111 online service. They'll assess your symptoms and direct you to the nearest urgent dental service.
• Call 999 or go to A&E if you have facial swelling affecting your breathing, swallowing or eye, heavy bleeding that won't stop, or a serious facial injury.
• Call us as soon as we reopen so we can follow up and make sure the problem is properly treated.

If you're a membership plan patient, your plan includes worldwide emergency dental cover, which can help if something goes wrong while you're away from home.

Why Choose Kingfisher Dental for Emergency Care?

When you're in pain, you want to know you're in safe hands. Here's what you can expect from us.

• Experienced clinicians. Dr Joshi has a special interest in root canal treatment, which is often the key to saving an infected tooth rather than losing it.
• Over 20 years in Redditch. We've been looking after local families for more than two decades, and many of our emergency patients stay with us for their long-term care.
• Fast, accurate diagnosis. On-site digital X-rays mean we can see exactly what's wrong without referring you elsewhere.
• Clear, honest pricing. You'll always know what your treatment costs before it starts.
• Calm, compassionate care. We know emergencies are stressful, especially for nervous patients, and we'll take the time to put you at ease.

In Pain? Let Us Help You Today

You don't have to sit at home hoping the pain will settle. Whether it's a throbbing toothache, a broken tooth or swelling that's getting worse, the sooner we see you, the simpler it usually is to put right.

Call our friendly team on 01527 550995, or contact us online, and we'll do everything we can to get you seen today.