Emergency Dentist in Chislehurst
Oakmead Dental Care, Chislehurst
Toothache, swelling or a broken tooth? Call us now
During opening hours, call us straight away; we reserve emergency slots for our registered patients. Out of hours, evenings, weekends and bank holidays, call our practice number for the emergency line run by our partner, The 247 Dentist.
Serving Chislehurst, Petts Wood, Bromley, Sidcup, Bexley and Beckenham. Emergency care is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
What to do if you have toothache
If you are in pain in Chislehurst or the surrounding area:
- Call us on 020 8467 5139 as early as possible
- Avoid chewing on the affected area
- Take over-the-counter pain relief if appropriate
- Seek urgent care if swelling or severe pain develops
Out of hours, the same number takes you to a voicemail with the direct details for The 247 Dentist, whose triage team will book you into the nearest emergency clinic if needed.
Out of hours care with The 247 Dentist
The 247 Dentist is a UK provider of emergency dental services that specialises in urgent care when your regular dentist is unavailable. Oakmead Dental Care and The 247 Dentist are separate companies; if you see them in an emergency, they send us the clinical notes so we can continue your follow-up care at the practice.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Oakmead Dental Care. Call our reception team on 020 8467 5139 straight away.
Evenings and weekends
The 247 Dentist. Call our practice number for the emergency diverted line.
Bank holidays
The 247 Dentist. Call our practice number for the emergency diverted line.
Dental emergencies we can help with
If you are not sure whether your problem is urgent, call us and our team will advise you.
Severe toothache
Pain that stops you sleeping or cannot be managed with over-the-counter painkillers.
Dental trauma
A knocked-out tooth or a significant fracture after an accident.
Swelling
Any swelling of the face or gums that is spreading.
Uncontrolled bleeding
Bleeding after an extraction that will not stop.
Lost crowns or fillings
Especially if the area is painful or sharp.
Broken teeth
We can assess a broken tooth and protect it, often with a crown. See our fees.
When to call 999 or go to A&E: if you have swelling that is affecting your breathing or swallowing, bleeding that will not stop, or a serious injury to your face or head. Outside our opening hours, NHS 111 can advise you on urgent dental care.
What happens when you call
1Call our practice number
Call 020 8467 5139. In hours you speak to our team; out of hours the voicemail gives the emergency line.
2We assess and relieve your pain
Your dentist will assess the problem and focus on getting you comfortable.
3Follow-up at Oakmead
Emergency appointments are from £74. If you are seen by The 247 Dentist, they send us your notes so we can continue your care.
Emergency dentist FAQs
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment?
We reserve emergency slots every day for our registered patients. Call us on 020 8467 5139 as early as possible.
What if I need a dentist in the evening or at the weekend?
Call our practice number as usual. Our voicemail gives you the direct contact details for The 247 Dentist, whose triage team will assess your needs and book you into the nearest emergency clinic if necessary.
How much does an emergency appointment cost?
Emergency appointments at Oakmead are from £74. The exact cost depends on the treatment you need, which we explain before we start. See our fees.
Will Oakmead know about treatment I had out of hours?
Yes. If The 247 Dentist sees you, they send us the clinical notes so we can continue any follow-up care at the practice.
Where are you?
We are at Sunnyways, Prince Imperial Road, Chislehurst BR7 5LX, with parking outside. See our contact page for directions.
Why choose us for emergency dental care in Chislehurst?
Daily emergency slots
Reserved for our registered patients.
Cover around the clock
Out of hours care through The 247 Dentist.
Clear costs
Emergency appointments from £74. See our fees.
Easy to reach
Parking outside the practice.
In pain? Let’s get it sorted
Call our Chislehurst team now
Keep our number saved in your phone. We will assess the problem, explain your options clearly and help you move forward with the right treatment. If you have reached us outside of our opening hours, you can also leave a message using the form below.
Contact us about an emergency
If you have reached us outside our opening hours, leave your details and a short description of the problem and our team will call you back. For urgent help out of hours, call 020 8467 5139 for the emergency line.
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