Broken or Chipped Tooth
Accidents happen. Getting to the dentist quickly makes fixing a broken or chipped tooth easier — and stops a small problem becoming a bigger one. Same-day emergency appointments available, London.
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Send us your details and we'll be in touch — usually within one working day.
Most chips can be fixed in a single visit.
Your dentist may be able to repair the tooth with a simple filling, but more complicated damage may need bonding, a veneer or a crown — we'll know the best option once we've examined the tooth.
If you don't take care of a broken or chipped tooth quickly, the problem can worsen and affect both your oral and general health. We recommend calling us as soon as possible so we can see a broken or chipped tooth the same day.
You'll usually know straight away.
The signs vary, but most people notice one or more of these:
- 01Pain, particularly when chewing or biting
- 02Increased sensitivity to hot, cold or sweet
- 03Swelling of the gums around the affected tooth
- 04Bleeding when you eat, drink or touch the tooth
- 05A visible sharp edge or missing piece
Where it comes from.
The most common culprits:
Don't wait it out.
Speak to your our practice dentist if you're experiencing any of the following — book an appointment as soon as you can:
- —Pain is sharp or constant, or lasts more than a day.
- —The tooth is loose or sensitive to pressure.
- —There's bleeding or swelling that won't settle.
- —A piece of tooth has come away — bring it with you if you can.
In discomfort right now?
Call us if you're in pain and need immediate care for a broken or chipped tooth — we'll fit you in for an emergency appointment. In the meantime, rinse with warm salty water and use a cold compress on the cheek to manage swelling.
A plan, not a quick fix.
Once the tooth is stable we'll talk you through the long-term fix — a simple filling, bonding, a veneer or a crown — with clear pricing before anything starts.
