Emergency
Toothache, swelling or a dental injury? Call Highfield to talk through your symptoms and arrange the next available appointment.
Calls answered 24/7, weekdays and weekends
When to call Highfield
Toothache
Dental pain that feels urgent or cannot wait for a routine appointment.
Swelling or abscess
Swelling, infection or a suspected dental abscess that needs urgent assessment.
Broken tooth or repair
A broken tooth, lost filling, lost crown or damaged restoration.
Dental trauma
An accident or injury affecting a tooth, the mouth or surrounding tissues.
Wisdom tooth pain
Pain, swelling or infection around a wisdom tooth.
What to tell us when you call
The team can provide guidance and explain the appointment options available for the problem you describe.
If you can’t reach a dentist
Contact NHS 111 for urgent dental advice.
What to expect at your emergency appointment
Assessment
The dentist asks about your symptoms and examines the area. An X-ray may help identify what’s causing the problem.
Treatment options
Your dentist explains what they find and what can be done at the visit. You may need a temporary repair.
Next steps
Your dentist will explain any follow-up treatment at Highfield and what to do if your symptoms change.
FAQs
Can I book an emergency visit online?
Call us first for urgent advice, especially after a dental injury or if swelling is getting worse. If you don’t need immediate advice, you can check for a suitable appointment online.
Highfield’s booking portalWhat if an adult tooth is knocked out?
Seek emergency dental care straight away, even if you cannot find the tooth. Hold it by the crown and avoid touching the root. If it won’t go back in easily, keep it in milk or saliva in a clean container. Never put a baby tooth back in.
NHS advice for a knocked-out toothWill the tooth be repaired at the first visit?
It depends on what your dentist finds. They may be able to repair the tooth at your first visit or recommend a temporary repair and a follow-up appointment at Highfield.
Temporary dental repairs