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Emergency Dentist in Coventry

Don't ignore dental pain. If you're suffering from a dental emergency, get in touch with our team. We aim to see all emergency patients on the same day to prevent further pain and discomfort.

When you're having a dental emergency, it can be difficult to know where to turn.

Dental emergencies can happen suddenly, and you need to know that you can access quality care as soon as possible so you can get back to your life. Our emergency dental service in Coventry will aim to get you into the dentist's chair on the same day. We will then diagnose the issue and take steps to stop your pain and prevent further damage. If the issue cannot be solved in one visit, you can then book a follow-up appointment to complete the work.

What counts as a dental emergency?

It can be difficult to know if you are having a dental emergency, or if your problem can wait. To help clear up any confusion, we've listed the most common dental emergencies below. In these cases, you should seek emergency care as soon as possible.

  • If you have lost a tooth, try to find the tooth and book an appointment as soon as possible, as we may be able to place the tooth back in the socket.

  • A chipped or broken tooth can leave you with a sharp edge that can cut your lips and tongue. Visit the emergency dentist to prevent further damage to your mouth.

  • An abscess will result in intense pain and swelling in your cheek, jaw and sometimes even your neck. It's a sign that a bacterial infection has spread to your tooth root.

  • If toothache strikes out of nowhere, or a mild toothache gets worse, this is considered a dental emergency. The pain is often caused by an infection, so it's important to seek treatment right away.

  • If you lose a crown, bridge or dental implant, it's important to visit a dentist as soon as possible.

  • Bleeding should stop after a dental procedure, so if you're still experiencing bleeding and it cannot be controlled by biting down on gauze, book an appointment as soon as possible.

Out of hours private emergencies

Having a dental emergency?

If you are suffering with a dental emergency, it's important to address it as soon as possible. Contact us and we will do our very best to help you! Call us on 02476 451 569 during office hours or Whatsapp or call 07709084957 outside of office hours to find out how to access emergency treatment.

Emergency out of hours?

Our Out-of-Hours Private Emergency Dental Appointments are now open from Monday to Friday, 6:00pm to 10:00pm, Saturday from 3:00pm to 10:00pm, and Sunday from 8:00am to 10:00pm. We offer same-day appointments and treatments so you can start feeling better right away.

Meet our team

Our team includes specialist dentists, dental support staff and practice staff. We're all united in a goal to make high-quality dental care accessible, affordable and stress-free.

Meet the team
Chetan - Longfellow Road Dental

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Have a question about your dental treatment? We've answered the most common questions below.

This all depends on the time of day you experience your dental emergency. If the practice is closed, called 111 and they will advise you on the steps to take. They might recommend waiting for the dental practice to open, or they might direct you to the A&E department.

There are some cases that would require urgent NHS care, usually at the hospital. This includes: uncontrolled bleeding after an extraction, rapidly increasing swelling around the eye or throat and trauma confined to the dental arches.

There are a few things to look for that may indicate you have a dental emergency. Excessive bleeding from the gums or mouth. A tooth that has been knocked out. Severe pain in the mouth or teeth that cannot be controlled with over-the-counter pain medication. Swelling in the mouth or face.

There are a few things you can do to help ease the pain of a toothache at home. Rinse your mouth with warm, salty water to clean it out. Use dental floss to remove any food that might be stuck between your teeth and causing the pain. Take over-the-counter painkillers like ibuprofen to help reduce pain and inflammation. Avoid using a warm compress, as this will aggravate the inflammation. Instead, try sleeping with your head slightly elevated to relieve pressure on the area.

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NHS Dentistry

NHS dental care offers a cost-effective way to access the dental care you need. All treatments that are medically required for healthy teeth and gums are available on the NHS treatment pricing bands.

  • rameshbhai patel

    Mar 17,2025

    Friendly staff all with a very good smile

  • Sarah

    Mar 14,2025

    Great care from fantastic dentists

  • John Hill

    Mar 14,2025

    Kind and friendly staff, would recommend

  • Jane Gardner

    Mar 14,2025

    Very impressed with my dentist Si he is an excellent dentist and the modern look surgery , very pleased with my dentist and the work he has done such an excellent service , very kind and really put me at my ease

  • Tim Dennington

    Mar 14,2025

    Just a check up. All went smoothly. Andrew was great as usual. See him again in 6 months.

  • dhiraj gohil

    Mar 14,2025

    Very good thanks

  • jess and me

    Mar 13,2025

    I hate dentists and i have to say Si is so amazing at what he does

  • Anish Gokani

    Mar 13,2025

    Dr Bas is the best dentist, he supported me throughout the whole process of two fillings one of which was very bad. He was attentive and gave very good advice for aftercare too. Thank you Dr Bas, the best dentist. Thank you- Karm.

  • Philippa Dadswell

    Mar 13,2025

    Thanks goes to Dr Chethan Mathias and the whole team for their friendly and professional approach afforded to me on my recent visit. Again I left feeling that I had been treated with the up most care and respect. Thank you all !!!

  • Jonathan Walsh

    Mar 7,2025

    Excellent service. Been with them for many years.

  • lanieuk2000

    Mar 7,2025

    Excellent as always really nice caring staff

  • Tracy Allen

    Mar 7,2025

    Great and friendly polite

Contact our practice

Longfellow Road Dental Practice

2-4 Longfellow Road,
Coventry CV2 5HB

Monday8am - 8pm
Tuesday8am - 8pm
Wednesday8am - 8pm
Thursday8am - 8pm
Friday8am - 8pm
Saturday8am - 4pm
SundayClosed