Emergency Dentist
Leicester
Leicester's urgent dental clinic for same-day toothache relief, emergency extractions, dental abscess treatment, broken teeth and knocked-out teeth. Open 7 days a week including weekends and Bank Holidays. 24-hour phone line staffed every day of the year. If you need an emergency dentist in Leicester today, call us now.
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Why We Are The #1
Emergency Dentist in Leicester
Most dental practices in Leicester offer emergency appointments, but very few can assess and treat the actual cause on the same visit. Our on-site CBCT scanner, four fully equipped surgeries, and experienced clinical team mean you leave with the problem resolved, not just managed.
Dental Emergencies We Treat
in Leicester
Persistent or severe toothache almost always signals an underlying problem that will not resolve on its own. Whether caused by decay, a cracked tooth, or an infection reaching the nerve, we use digital X-rays and our on-site CBCT scanner to identify the exact source of your pain and treat it the same day. Do not wait for the pain to become unbearable.
Call NowA dental abscess is a bacterial infection that can spread to surrounding bone and tissue rapidly if left untreated. Symptoms include throbbing pain, swelling, a bad taste, and fever. Our CBCT scanner assesses the full extent of the infection in three dimensions so we can drain it and begin the right treatment immediately on the same visit.
Call NowA broken or fractured tooth can expose the nerve and cause severe pain, or leave sharp edges that damage surrounding tissue. Whether the result of an accident, a fall, or biting something hard, we assess and stabilise broken teeth the same day in most cases. Bring any fragments with you wrapped in damp cloth or submerged in milk.
Call NowTime is the most critical factor when a tooth is completely knocked out. Store the tooth in milk, saline, or back in the socket and call us immediately. The chances of successful reimplantation are significantly higher within the first 30 to 60 minutes. Do not scrub or clean the root, and handle it only by the crown.
Call NowA lost crown or filling leaves the underlying tooth structure exposed and vulnerable to decay, sensitivity, and further damage. We can recement existing crowns or place a new filling in the same appointment. Keep the crown safe and bring it with you, and avoid chewing on the affected side until you are seen.
Call NowFacial swelling related to a dental infection is a medical emergency. It indicates that bacteria are spreading beyond the tooth into surrounding tissue and potentially towards the airway. If your swelling is affecting your breathing or ability to swallow, go directly to A&E. Otherwise, call us immediately for same-day emergency treatment.
Call NowPain or swelling around a previously root-treated tooth may indicate treatment failure, a missed canal, or a new infection. Standard X-rays regularly fail to detect these issues. Our CBCT scanner provides a full three-dimensional view of the root structure, identifying problems other practices cannot see, and allowing us to treat the real cause the same day.
Call NowImpacted or partially erupted wisdom teeth can cause significant pain, swelling, and infection of the surrounding gum tissue. CBCT imaging allows us to assess the exact position of the tooth and any associated infection in three dimensions, so we can advise on or carry out the appropriate treatment the same day, including extraction where necessary.
Call NowAcute gum infections can develop rapidly, causing pain, swelling, and abscess formation between the teeth and gums. If your gum is swollen, tender, or has a pus-filled lump, this requires prompt dental attention. We assess and treat acute gum infections the same day, including drainage and antibiotic prescription where clinically appropriate.
Call NowPersistent or severe toothache almost always signals an underlying problem that will not resolve on its own. We identify the exact source with CBCT imaging and treat it the same day.
Abscesses spread rapidly if untreated. Our CBCT scanner assesses the full extent of infection so we can drain it and begin treatment immediately on the same visit.
Broken teeth can be assessed and stabilised the same day. Bring any fragments wrapped in damp cloth or submerged in milk.
Store the tooth in milk or back in the socket and call us immediately. Reimplantation chances are highest within the first 30 to 60 minutes.
A lost restoration leaves your tooth exposed. We recement or replace crowns and fillings the same day. Bring the crown with you.
Dental-related facial swelling can indicate a spreading infection. If it affects your breathing or swallowing, go directly to A&E.
Our CBCT scanner identifies missed canals and new infections that standard X-rays regularly miss, allowing same-day treatment of the actual cause.
Impacted wisdom teeth cause severe pain and infection. We use CBCT imaging to assess their position and carry out treatment including extraction the same day.
Swollen, tender or bleeding gums with pus require prompt attention. We assess and treat acute gum infections the same day including drainage and antibiotics where appropriate.
Trusted by Patients Across
Leicester & Leicestershire
When dental pain strikes on a Saturday evening or a Bank Holiday morning, most practices are closed. We are not. Hear directly from Julie, who came to us as an emergency patient and was seen, diagnosed, and treated the same day.
Emergency Dentist Serving
Leicester & Leicestershire
Need an emergency dentist in Leicester today? We treat urgent dental patients from across the city and every corner of Leicestershire. Same-day appointments available 7 days a week, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
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Dental emergencies do not wait for Monday morning. Our phone lines are staffed around the clock, every single day. Speak to someone immediately, day or night, and get seen at our surgery as early as the same day.
Outside surgery hours? Our phone line is still open. Call us any time and we will advise you immediately, arrange an early morning appointment, or direct you to the right out-of-hours care.
Emergency Dentist Leicester:
Frequently Asked Questions
Can't find the answer you need? Call our team any time, day or night. Our phone lines are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call 0116 332 9096A dental emergency is any situation causing severe pain, swelling, bleeding, or risk of permanent damage that cannot wait for a routine appointment. This includes severe toothache, dental abscesses, knocked-out or broken teeth, lost crowns or fillings, facial swelling, and gum infections. If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies, call us on 0116 332 9096 and we will advise you immediately. Our phone lines are open 24 hours a day.
Our emergency consultation fee is £40, which includes a full clinical examination and any necessary X-rays. This is a fixed, transparent fee with no hidden charges. The cost of any treatment carried out on the same visit, such as an extraction, root canal, or abscess drainage, will be discussed and agreed with you before anything begins. We will never proceed without your full understanding of the costs involved.
Yes. We hold dedicated emergency slots every day of the week, including Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays. In the vast majority of cases, patients who call in the morning are seen the same day. Call us as early as possible on 0116 332 9096 to secure your appointment. We also offer an online booking option if you prefer.
Yes, we are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Dental emergencies do not respect office hours, and neither do we. Our phone lines are also staffed 24 hours a day, so you can call at any time to get advice or book an appointment, even if it is the middle of the night.
Time is critical. Call us immediately on 0116 332 9096. Pick the tooth up by the crown only, never the root. If possible, place it back in the socket. If not, store it in milk, saline, or between your cheek and gum. Do not scrub or clean it. The chances of successful reimplantation are significantly higher within the first 30 to 60 minutes, so do not wait.
Common signs of a dental abscess include throbbing pain that does not ease, swelling around the tooth or jaw, a bad taste or smell in the mouth, sensitivity to heat, and in some cases fever or general illness. An abscess is a bacterial infection that will not resolve on its own and can spread rapidly if left untreated. If you suspect an abscess, contact us immediately. If you experience facial swelling that is affecting your breathing or ability to swallow, go directly to A&E.
No. We accept new patients for emergency appointments. You do not need to have visited us before or be registered with us. Whether you are a long-standing patient or calling us for the first time, we will do everything we can to see you the same day. Simply call 0116 332 9096 or book online.
A CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) scanner produces a full three-dimensional image of your teeth, roots, bone, and surrounding tissue. Standard dental X-rays only provide a flat, two-dimensional view, which regularly misses infections, fractures, and root problems. Our on-site CBCT scanner means we can identify the true cause of your pain in far greater detail, on the same visit, without referring you elsewhere, and treat accordingly.
We strongly recommend calling ahead on 0116 332 9096 or booking online before arriving, as this allows us to prepare for your specific situation and minimise your waiting time. Emergency slots can fill quickly, particularly at weekends. Calling first, even five minutes before you arrive, means we can have a slot ready for you and ensure the right clinical team is available.
We are located at Winchester Avenue Dental Surgery, Winchester Avenue, Leicester. We are easily accessible from across the city and surrounding areas including Oadby, Wigston, Hinckley, and Loughborough. Search "Winchester Avenue Dental Surgery" on Google Maps for full directions.