Emergency Dentist in Archway, N19
Dental emergencies are stressful — and at Blue Light Dental & Aesthetic Clinic, we do everything we can to see you promptly. We keep same-day and next-day appointments available for patients in urgent need, and our experienced team is equipped to manage the full range of dental emergencies calmly and effectively.
If you’re in pain or have suffered a dental injury, please call us immediately on 020 8340 0666. Our reception team will prioritise your appointment.
Dental emergencies we treat
- Severe toothache — often caused by infection, abscess or a cracked tooth
- Dental abscess — a potentially serious infection requiring prompt attention
- Chipped, cracked or broken teeth — we can assess and repair in most cases on the same day
- Knocked-out tooth — time is critical; if possible, keep the tooth moist and call us immediately
- Lost or damaged crown, bridge or filling — temporary or permanent repair depending on the situation
- Broken or ill-fitting denture
- Soft tissue injuries — cuts to the lips, cheeks or gums
What to do if a tooth is knocked out
Pick it up by the crown (not the root). Rinse gently — do not scrub. If possible, reinsert it into the socket and hold it there. If that isn’t possible, keep it moist in milk or saliva. Call us on 020 8340 0666 immediately. Time is critical — the best outcomes occur when treatment begins within 30 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to be a registered patient to be seen as an emergency? No. We accept emergency appointments from new patients. Please call ahead so we can allocate the right amount of time.
What if I’m in pain outside of opening hours? Please call NHS 111 for out-of-hours dental advice.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Anything causing severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out tooth, a broken tooth with sharp edges, a dental abscess (often felt as throbbing pain with a swollen face or jaw), or a crown or filling that has fallen out and left a sensitive tooth exposed. If you are not sure whether your situation counts, please call us — we would rather hear from you and reassure you than have you waiting at home in discomfort.
What to do before you reach us
For severe pain: ibuprofen and paracetamol can be alternated for stronger relief than either alone (check the dosing on the packet). For bleeding: bite firmly on a clean, damp gauze pad or rolled-up tissue for 15 to 20 minutes without checking. For a knocked-out adult tooth: pick it up by the crown (not the root), rinse very gently in milk if dirty, and try to slot it back into the socket — if not possible, store it in milk and get to us within an hour.
What to expect at the emergency appointment
A typical emergency appointment runs 30 to 60 minutes. The aim is two-fold: stop the immediate problem (pain, infection, bleeding) and plan any longer-term treatment that may be needed. Sometimes the visit is purely a diagnosis and a course of antibiotics with a follow-up appointment booked; sometimes a tooth needs an emergency extraction or root canal there and then. We will explain every step and the costs before we proceed.
Same-day appointments
We hold emergency slots in the diary every day for situations like this. Calling early in the day gives the best chance of being seen the same day. If you are calling outside our opening hours, NHS 111 can advise on out-of-hours dental support.
More questions we get asked
Can I be seen if I’m not registered with you? Yes. We see emergency patients regardless of whether they are registered. Many patients first come to us as an emergency and then choose to register afterwards.
Will it be expensive? Emergency appointments are charged at our standard fee for the time taken. If a longer-term treatment is needed (root canal, crown, extraction) you will be quoted clearly before any work proceeds.
What about children? We see children for dental emergencies. The age and situation determine whether treatment happens at the practice or whether referral to a paediatric specialist is the right step — we will guide you.