Dental emergencies can happen unexpectedly, causing pain, discomfort or concern about your teeth. Whether you have a severe toothache, a broken tooth, a dental injury or swelling, seeking prompt professional care can help protect your oral health and prevent the problem from worsening.
At Regency House Dental Clinic in St Albans, we understand how stressful a dental emergency can be. Our team aims to provide prompt, compassionate care, assess the cause of your problem and explain the most suitable treatment options. We focus on helping you feel comfortable and informed throughout your visit.
Get your dental emergency assessed to identify the cause of pain, damage or discomfort.
Receive appropriate treatment to help manage dental pain and improve your comfort.
Early attention to dental problems can help prevent further damage and support your oral health.
Understand your treatment options with clear explanations from your dental team.
A dental emergency may include severe toothache, a broken or knocked-out tooth, dental injuries, swelling or other problems requiring prompt professional attention.
Same-day emergency appointments may be available depending on appointment availability and the urgency of your condition. Contact Regency House Dental Clinic to discuss your symptoms.
Contact a dentist promptly for an assessment. You can gently rinse your mouth with warm water and follow appropriate pain relief advice while waiting for your appointment.
Yes. Your dentist will assess the extent of the damage and discuss suitable options, which may include a filling, crown or other restorative treatment.
Seek urgent dental care. If possible, handle the tooth by its crown, avoid touching the root and keep it moist in milk or an appropriate tooth-preservation solution while seeking professional advice.
Yes. Swelling can be associated with dental infections and other conditions. Contact a dentist promptly for assessment. Severe swelling affecting breathing or swallowing requires emergency medical attention.
Your dentist will aim to keep you comfortable and may use local anaesthetic when appropriate. The treatment required will depend on the cause of your dental emergency.
Contact Regency House Dental Clinic to ask about emergency appointments for new patients and availability.
An X-ray may be recommended when needed to help identify problems that cannot be seen during a clinical examination.
Contact Regency House Dental Clinic to discuss your dental emergency and ask about available appointments. The team can guide you on the next appropriate steps.
