Dental problems do not always wait for a convenient time. A toothache that gets worse overnight, a chipped tooth from a fall, sudden swelling, lost crown or filling – these things happen, and when they do, you want to know where to go.
At Mount Kuring-Gai Dental, we see patients for emergency dental treatment and do our best to fit urgent cases in as soon as possible.
Don’t spend your time dealing with pain. If you need an emergency dentist in Mount Kuring-Gai, call us as soon as you can. We will do our best to see you quickly and get you out of pain, often within the same day when possible.
If you are looking for an emergency dentist in Mount Kuring-Gai or emergency dental care in Northern Sydney, give us a call and we will let you know how quickly we can see you.
Not every dental issue needs immediate attention, but some do. Common reasons people see us for urgent dental care in Mount Kuring-Gai include:
We know that an unexpected dental bill is not something anyone wants to deal with on top of the pain. That is why we try to make the payment side as straightforward as possible.
We accept all major health funds through HICAPS, so if you have private health cover with dental, you can claim on the spot and just pay the gap. For patients without health cover or for treatments not fully covered, we offer flexible payment plans to help spread the cost.
We will always let you know what a treatment is likely to cost before we start, so there are no surprises.
A toothache can range from a dull ache to sharp, throbbing pain. It might come and go, or it might keep you up at night. Either way, it is your body telling you something needs attention. The first step toward toothache relief is working out what is causing the pain.
Common causes include decay, infection, a crack in the tooth, or gum problems. Emergency toothache treatment starts with identifying the source of the pain. From there, we can talk through your options – whether that is a filling, root canal treatment, extraction or something else. You can read more about toothache causes and treatments on our toothache page.
Teeth can chip or break for all sorts of reasons – biting down on something hard, a knock to the face, or an old filling giving way. Sometimes it is just a small chip with no pain. Other times the damage is more serious.
Broken tooth repair depends on how much of the tooth is affected. A small chip might just need smoothing or bonding. A larger break could need a crown or other treatment. If the nerve is exposed, you will likely need to be seen quickly to manage the pain and protect the tooth.
Chipped tooth repair follows a similar process – we assess the damage, explain your options and go from there. If you have the broken piece, we request you to bring it along with a careful approach.
While you are waiting to see us, here are a few things that may help:
These are general suggestions only. If you are in severe pain, have difficulty breathing or swallowing, or the swelling is spreading, seek medical attention immediately.
We do our best to fit in emergency cases as soon as possible. Call us and we will let you know the earliest possible availability. Alternatively, you are also welcome to browse through our online booking to select your desired appointment slot.
If the tooth is clean, try to put it back in the socket. If that is not possible, keep it moist in milk or saliva and get to us as quickly as you can. Time matters with a knocked-out tooth. We may be able to restore your natural tooth.
It depends on what treatment is needed. We will let you know the cost before we start. We accept all health funds and offer payment plans if you wish to spread the cost over multiple instalments.
It depends on the chip. A small chip with no pain can usually wait a day or two. If there is pain, sharp edges cutting your mouth, or the chip is large, it is best to come in sooner.
A toothache that suddenly stops can sometimes mean the nerve has died, which is not a good sign. It is still worth getting it checked to make sure there is no underlying infection or damage.
