Prompt attention when you’re in pain or need urgent treatment
At Cliftonville, our emergency dentist team understands that there are times when our patients need treatment as quickly as possible. Rest assured that we reserve time for registered and unregistered emergencies every working day (Monday to Friday, plus one Saturday a month). Please don’t struggle on when you’re in pain, or if you suffer an unexpected problem such as a lost filling or broken denture. Give us a call – we’re here for you Monday to Friday!
To improve your chances of getting a prompt appointment, please try to call us as early as possible in the morning.
Some common dental emergencies and what to do about them
In the first instance, call Cliftonville’s Northampton practice on 01604 604545. We’ll schedule an appointment for you and advise you on what to do in the meantime. If you’re in pain, take some painkillers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol, remembering always to follow the instructions on the pack.
- If you have toothache: The important thing is not to prolong your pain by waiting to see if it will go away. Follow the advice above and call us so we can see you as soon as possible.
- If you’ve lost a crown: Keep the crown safe and call us right away. The sooner we can see you, the better the chances that we can re-cement it successfully.
- If you have a loose tooth: If this is the result of an accident, it’s worth trying to move the tooth back to its approximate original position – but don’t try to force it. You can then hold the tooth in place with a moist tissue until you get to our practice.
- If you’ve knocked out a tooth: Find the tooth and rinse it, taking care not to touch the root. If at all possible, place it back in its socket within 30 minutes of the incident. If you can’t do this, put it in a glass of cold milk – this will keep it in good condition until we can deal with your emergency.
- If you’ve broken a tooth: Broken teeth can be repaired more successfully than many people imagine. Avoid hot drinks, or biting in the area of the broken tooth… and give us a call right away.
- If you have a swelling: This is usually caused by an infection and may be as a result of an abscess. A problem with a tooth may be the underlying cause. We’ll treat both the symptoms and the cause.
- If your filling has fallen out: Arrange an appointment and we’ll carry out a temporary repair as soon as possible to prevent further problems occurring
- If you’ve broken a denture: Don’t try to fix it yourself! We can usually carry out effective repairs. Call our Northampton practice and we’ll advise you.
Your emergency dentist in Northampton, Monday to Friday
A dental emergency rarely picks a convenient moment. A tooth cracks the night before a meeting, a crown comes off at the weekend, or a dull ache turns into throbbing pain that no painkiller touches. When that happens, you want a dentist who can see you fast.
Cliftonville Dental keeps emergency appointments free every working day for this reason. Whether you are a registered patient or have never visited us before, we treat urgent dental problems as a priority and aim to fit you in as soon as we can, often the same day. Our team handles the most common emergencies in a single visit: toothache, abscesses and swelling, broken or knocked-out teeth, lost crowns and fillings, and pain that needs root canal treatment or extraction.
If you need an urgent dentist in Northampton, or you are searching for an emergency dentist near you, save our number now: 01604 604545. The sooner you call, the better the chance we can settle the pain and save the tooth.
In pain now? Call our Northampton emergency dentist
Do not wait for a dental emergency to get worse overnight. Call Cliftonville Dental and we will arrange the earliest available emergency appointment and advise you on how to ease the pain until you reach us.
Our charge for an emergency consultation is £73 for registered patients and £140 for unregistered patients. In both cases, there will be a separate charge for any treatment carried out.
Emergency line: 01604 604545 Book online: Book an appointment
Find us: 65 The Avenue, Cliftonville, Northampton, NN1 5BT
Open Monday to Friday, with same-day appointments available for urgent cases.
Emergency dentist Northampton – Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an emergency dentist appointment in Northampton?
Call our Northampton practice on 01604 604545 as early in the day as you can. We hold emergency slots open every working day, so we can usually see you quickly. Tell us what has happened and we will book the earliest appointment and advise you on what to do in the meantime.
Do you offer same-day emergency dental appointments?
Yes. We reserve time for emergencies each working day, so same-day appointments are often available, especially if you call first thing in the morning. The earlier you ring, the better your chances of being seen that day.
Can I see an emergency dentist if I am not a registered patient?
Yes. We welcome both registered patients and people who have never visited us before. You do not need to register first to be seen for a dental emergency at our Northampton practice.
How much does an emergency dentist appointment cost?
An emergency consultation is £73 for registered patients and £140 for patients who are not yet registered. Any treatment you need on the day is charged separately. You can see our full price list on the fees page.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe toothache, a knocked-out or broken tooth, a lost crown or filling, a dental abscess, facial swelling, or bleeding that will not stop all count as emergencies. If you are in pain or worried, call us rather than waiting to see whether it settles.
I have knocked out a tooth. What should I do right now?
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, and rinse it gently. If you can, place it back in the socket and bite on a clean tissue to hold it there. If that is not possible, keep it in a glass of cold milk and call us straight away. Getting the tooth back in within 30 minutes gives the best chance of saving it.
Do you carry out emergency tooth extractions?
Yes. When a tooth is badly broken, infected or beyond repair, we can carry out an emergency tooth extraction to relieve the pain. Wherever possible we look at ways to save the tooth first, and we will talk you through your options before any treatment.
Can you treat a dental abscess or a root canal emergency?
Yes. A throbbing tooth, swelling or a raised bump on the gum often points to an infection that needs urgent care. We treat both the pain and the cause, which may involve draining an abscess or starting root canal treatment to save the tooth.
What should I do for severe toothache while I wait to be seen?
Take painkillers such as ibuprofen or paracetamol, following the instructions on the pack, and avoid very hot or cold food and drink on that side. Do not place tablets directly against the gum. Call us as soon as you can so we can find the cause and treat it.
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