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Emergency Dental Care

Urgent treatment for severe toothache, broken teeth, lost fillings and dental trauma.

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Emergency Dental Care is usually provided within General Dentistry, typically by dentists. Providers list the services they offer themselves; HealthNaro shows prices, hours and other details only when the provider has supplied them.

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What it involves

Emergency dental care deals with sudden dental problems such as severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost filling or crown, or swelling in the mouth or face. The aim of the first visit is usually to relieve pain, control infection and protect the tooth, with further treatment planned afterwards.

Who it is for

It is for people with a dental problem that cannot wait for a routine appointment. Not every problem is an emergency, and the practice may ask questions by phone to decide how soon you need to be seen.

How long it usually takes

An emergency appointment is often shorter than a full course of treatment. The time depends on what is found. Follow-up visits may be needed.

What to expect

The dentist examines the area, may take an X-ray, and discusses what can be done on the day. Treatment might include pain relief measures, drainage of an abscess, repair of a tooth or temporary protection until definitive treatment can be provided.

Aftercare

Follow the instructions you are given, attend the follow-up visit and keep the area clean. Contact the dentist if pain or swelling increases or a fever develops.

When to seek it

Seek urgent help for a tooth knocked out completely, severe bleeding that does not stop, a swollen face or difficulty swallowing or breathing, which need emergency medical attention. For a knocked-out tooth, the NHS advises holding it by the crown, not the root, and seeing a dentist quickly.

What affects the cost

Cost depends on the time of day, the treatment needed, any X-rays and whether you are an existing patient. Out-of-hours care may cost differently. HealthNaro shows a price only where a clinic has supplied a figure with a source and date.

This page is general information and not medical advice. In an emergency, contact your local emergency number.

Sources: NHS; NHS.

Providers offering emergency dental care

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Clinics (51)

  • Dental Clinic

    Aga Khan University Hospital Parkplace Dental Clinic

    Parklands, Nairobi, Kenya

    Diagnostic dental services: Consultation , X-ray services. Emergency dental Care Hygiene- Routine Cleaning, Air Polishing for Stain removal Cosmetic Dental services - Teeth Whitening Periodontal Treatment: Gum...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +2 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Astradental Services Limited - Kitengela

    Kitengela, Kenya

    Astradental Services is where beautiful smiles and cutting-edge dental services coexist. Located at Mpaka Plaza, Westlands and on Danka Plaza in Kitengela, our tranquil practice features state-of-the-art equipment...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +1 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Astradental Services Limited - Westlands

    Nairobi, Kenya

    Astradental Services is a premium dental practice in Mpaka Plaza, Westlands, Nairobi, offering preventive, restorative, aesthetic and emergency dental care led by experienced clinicians. We combine modern dentistry...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry
  • Dental Clinic

    Avari Dental Clinic

    Ongata Rongai, Kenya

    At Avari Dental Clinic we serve as a cornerstone of the Local Community offering reliable and ethical dental care. We believe your best life starts with a healthy smile. Our clinic provides accessible, transparently...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry
  • Dental Clinic

    Benthawa Dental Care, Kenol

    Thika, Kenya

    Benthawa Dental Care is a trusted dental clinic in Kenol providing professional, affordable, and patient-centered dental services to individuals and families in Murang'a, Thika, and surrounding areas. Our services...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry
  • Dental Clinic

    Buffalo Mall Dental Clinic

    Naivasha, Kenya

    Buffalo Mall Dental Clinic is a modern family dental practice in Naivasha offering high-quality, affordable dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Our services include dental check-ups, professional...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +1 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Celestial Dental - Eldoret

    Eldoret, Kenya

    Looking for the best dentist in Eldoret? Celestial Dental provides world-class oral healthcare right in the heart of Uasin Gishu. We specialize in comprehensive family dentistry, offering everything from routine...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +1 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Cp'S Orion Dental and Teeth Replacement Center

    Thika, Kenya

    At CP's Orion Dental, we believe that every smile tells a story - and we're here to make yours shine brighter. Our clinic offers a full spectrum of dental services, including preventive checkups, teeth cleaning,...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +1 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Deans Dental - Garden City Mall

    Kasarani, Nairobi, Kenya

    Deans Dental Clinic - Garden City is a leading dental clinic in Nairobi located on the 2nd Floor of Garden City Mall along Thika Road. If you are searching for a dentist near me or a trusted dental clinic near...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +2 more
  • Dental Clinic

    DENTAL CLINIC, VOI. At Tsavo Comprehensive Hospital

    Voi, Kenya

    we offer dental services that include; 1. Dental consultations 2. Simple and complex teeth extractions 3. Teeth coloured fillings 4. Root canal treatments 5. Full mouth scaling and polishing 6. Masking 7. Dental...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry
  • Dental Clinic

    Dental Rite Care Ltd - Rongai

    Ongata Rongai, Kenya

    Dental Rite Care Clinic is a trusted dental clinic in Ongata Rongai, Kenya, providing professional, affordable, and compassionate dental care for children, adults, and families. Our experienced dentists offer...

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +2 more
  • Dental Clinic

    Dentify Dental Aesthetics

    Tononoka, Mombasa, Kenya

    Provision of dental healthcare services, including preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dental treatment, oral health consultations, teeth whitening, dental implants and orthodontics.

    Reviewed by HealthNaro General Dentistry +1 more

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