Speak to the reception team urgently about your problem. This will give you a better chance of getting in to see the dentist as soon as possible.
Book an emergency appointment with our senior dentist, Dr Philip McCauley, online and check to see if there’s space for you to be seen today.
Learn our fees for typical general treatments we’ll likely prescribe to resolve your problem and get you out of pain today.
Experiencing any of the oral symptoms below often indicates the need for an urgent appointment. You should ensure you see a dentist sooner rather than later. The faster you seek help, the cheaper and easier your treatment will be.
Dental emergencies happen to the best of us, whether it’s sudden tooth pain, a lost filling or worse, a knocked-out tooth. Thankfully, cosmetic dentists accept other types of dental emergencies like chipped teeth, broken veneer, loose implants and more.
Our emergency dentists in Dorset charge £120, which includes remedial treatment and prescriptions to get you out of pain. Long-term treatment might be further prescribed and quoted for. Same-day treatment is possible.
Sharp, sudden, throbbing or persistent tooth pain caused by dental decay, exposed tooth nerves or dental abscesses and infections. Typical long-term treatments include dental fillings, root canals or dental crowns, depending on the extent of the decay.
Lost tooth emergencies caused by accident, injury, dental decay or gum disease. The faster you act, the higher the chance our dentists can stabilise the tooth. If this is not possible, tooth replacement options can be discussed.
Whether you’ve fractured your tooth or there’s a deep crack exposing the tooth’s inner nerves, prompt treatment is required to prevent infection. Depending on the severity, treatments include fillings, bonding, crowns or even a root canal if the damage has extended to the nerve.
Any swelling around the gums, face, or jaw usually points to an infection like a dental abscess (other accompanying symptoms include bad breath or difficulty swallowing). Prompt treatment is essential. Treatment includes drainage and antibiotics (usually covered in your £120 appointment fee).
Our prosthetic dentists can quickly repair broken crowns, dentures, or bridges. To avoid exposing sensitive tooth roots, your restoration will need to be repaired immediately. Treatment depends on the device but can often be resolved the same day.
A discoloured tooth, for example, if it's turned grey or black can signify that the tooth is dying or there is an infection present in the root. Typical treatments tend to include a root canal to save the tooth from extraction, or dental crowns to protect the decaying tooth.
Dental emergencies happen to everyone. To help our patients avoid stress and relieve pain as soon as possible, we offer emergency dental appointments for £120, which include a same-day appointment, diagnosis, and x-rays. Leave our practice today feeling healthier, happier, and pain-free. For an immediate appointment, call 01202 973 300. We often set several emergency appointments daily to ensure patients in pain get the help they need.
Our emergency dentists treat more than just general problems like toothaches, infections, and abscesses. We also accept cosmetic dental emergencies, such as loose or wobbly dental implants, broken dental crowns or veneers, and chipped teeth.
With Dr Philip McCauley in our emergency service, patients who have lost a tooth or are about to will be in the best hands. Highly experienced and regarded in implant dentistry, Dr McCauley was awarded in 2024 for having placed the most dental implants in the UK, making him the go-to throughout the south-east for any missing teeth emergencies.
“I had a dental emergency. Dorset Dental Clinic dealt with my immediate issue swiftly and is planning a long-term treatment. All the staff I met were friendly and patient-focused. I can’t recommend it highly enough.” Frank, Poole
“Wow, what an amazing experience. I’m so nervous about the dentist and had put off going until it got to the point I couldn’t. I found this dental practice by chance as I rang around on a Saturday for an emergency appointment, and I’m so glad I came across them. Kayleigh, Phillip, Karima, and all the other nurses there were lovely and talked me through everything. The hygienist cleans with the best of the tools they use. It was the most painless I’ve ever had…and they had a lot to clean after 3 years of putting off the dentist. My teeth look amazing after 1 treatment. Also, the decor there is lovely and welcoming. Looking forward to going back and getting my teeth back in top condition with them.” Karina, Wimpole
“Many thanks to the ” Dorset Dental Clinic Team” for making time to fit me in for an emergency extraction on the 23rd of December. No way was this going to be a merry Christmas for me, being in such pain with a problematic back tooth; it was no straight forward job either for the team as the tooth was also a bridge. However, with the tooth gone and being pain-free, a very happy Christmas was had by me and my family. Thank you, Team Dorset Dental Clinic” – Michael, Ferndown
