We understand how painful or traumatic a dental emergency can be and we are here to help you in this difficult time.
You will need to see a dentist urgently if you have had a dental trauma, pain, or infection and swelling.
Please call the practice as soon as you are aware of the problem.
Our emergency dental appointments are designed to assess the problem, provide a diagnosis and get you out of pain.
We offer urgent clinics for patients who have lost a filling or chipped their teeth and will aim to see you as soon as possible.
We will assess your tooth and decide the best option for you.
We may be able to complete your treatment in this appointment, if the treatment is more complex or requiring a longer appointment, we may temporize your tooth and schedule a further appointment to complete the treatment.
If further appointments are required to restore your teeth, we will discuss the treatment options and any additional charges with you.
Dental Emergency Procedure
Should you have a dental emergency during Practice hours (8.30am-5.40pm Monday to Friday), please telephone 01142661265 at your earliest opportunity. The reception team will ask you a few questions to enable us to triage your dental problem. A member of the practice team will review your dental emergency and contact you to offer the most appropriate appointment.
Out of Hours
If you have a dental emergency out of hours, please contact NHS 111.
Dental Emergencies Assistance is available for Practice Membership patients who have an emergency or urgent need outside of Practice hours or are more than 15 miles away from home. To access this service:
During normal UK working hours: 0300 303 5061
Outside normal UK working hours: 0808 169 8117
If overseas: (0044) 1691 887955
If you are away from home or overseas you may see any dentist or call the Scheme Helpline who will assist you in finding a dentist. The British Consulate, your hotel, holiday representative or hosts may also be able to provide contact details for a dentist in the area.
Reviews For Our Team
“My experience this morning at Sandygate Dental Practice was outstanding. The whole Team at Sandygate Dental Practice consistently offer excellent customer service and as you walk into the surgery you feel the good ambience and feel reassured. I had a dental emergency and was given an appointment within 24 hours. My dentist John was thorough in his examination. He discussed my options, explaining everything fully. He was caring, reassuring and respectful.” – Sandygate Patient 03/10/2024
“Would highly recommend John and his team very professional and caring. He explains everything so you know exactly what treatments you need. Always makes sure you are not feeling any pain or discomfort whilst you are having your treatment done. Thank you John for getting shut of my tooth ache 👏👏👍” – Sandygate Patient 18/01/2025
“I just had an emergency appointment and the dentist was so great he really put me at ease, explained everything really clearly and gave me a good plan moving forward. Thank you.” Sandygate Patient 23/10/2023