Emergency dentist in Abbey Wood, calm, prompt care when you need it most.
Same-day appointments for toothache, broken teeth, swelling and trauma — for patients across Abbey Wood, Thamesmead, Plumstead, Belvedere and Woolwich.
If you have significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or a serious facial injury, please attend A&E or call 999. For urgent out-of-hours dental triage, call NHS 111.
Help when a dental problem can't wait
Dental emergencies have a habit of arriving at the worst possible moment — on the morning of a wedding, the night before a holiday, in the middle of a busy work week. At Abbeywood Dental Practice we keep dedicated emergency slots in the diary every working day so that patients across Abbey Wood and the surrounding areas can be seen quickly, comfortably and without fuss. Whether you are dealing with sudden toothache, a broken front tooth, a lost crown or a sporting injury, our priority is to relieve your pain and stabilise the situation as gently as possible.
Our practice is on Harrow Manor Way, a short walk from Abbey Wood station on the Elizabeth line. That makes us a practical choice for emergency appointments not just for neighbours in Abbey Wood, but for anyone in Thamesmead, Plumstead, Belvedere or Woolwich who needs to be seen the same day.
Common dental emergencies we treat
- Severe toothache or dental abscess — examination, drainage where appropriate and pain relief.
- Broken or chipped teeth — smoothing sharp edges and planning the right repair.
- Knocked-out adult tooth — urgent re-implantation when possible (time matters).
- Lost crowns, lost fillings or fractured restorations causing pain.
- Soft tissue injuries — cheek, lip or tongue lacerations from accidents.
- Acute gum problems with swelling, bleeding or pus.
- Wisdom tooth pain and pericoronitis.
What to do before you reach us
For toothache, a warm salt-water rinse and over-the-counter pain relief (ibuprofen and paracetamol, as advised on the packet and as appropriate for you) can take the edge off while you travel. Avoid placing aspirin directly against the gum — it burns the soft tissue. For a knocked-out adult tooth, handle it by the crown rather than the root, rinse gently with cold milk or saline if dirty, and place it back into the socket if you can. If not, transport it in a small cup of milk and call us straight away.
For facial swelling that is spreading rapidly, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or any serious facial trauma, do not wait — attend A&E or call 999. These situations need immediate hospital assessment, not a dental chair.
Calm, careful treatment
Many patients arrive at an emergency appointment already anxious — perhaps because they have been in pain for a day or two, or because dental visits are not their favourite place to be. We take a quiet moment first. We listen, examine carefully, explain what we are seeing in plain English and give you a clear plan. Where possible we relieve the immediate problem on the same visit, and where definitive treatment takes more time we stabilise things and book you back at a slot that suits you.
After the emergency, the road back
An emergency appointment is rarely the end of the story. A broken tooth may need a crown to protect it. An abscessed tooth often benefits from root canal treatment to save it, or an extraction followed by a replacement such as a dental implant or denture. We discuss every option openly, with costs and timelines in writing, so you can make the right choice without pressure.
You can browse our wider treatment list or get in touch through our contact page when you are ready.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe toothache, facial swelling, a knocked-out adult tooth, a broken tooth with sharp edges, a lost crown or filling causing pain, bleeding that will not stop, and dental trauma after a fall or accident. If you are in significant pain or you can see swelling, call us straight away.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment in Abbey Wood?
Yes, we keep emergency slots in the diary every working day. Call us first thing in the morning if at all possible. If we cannot see you the same day, we will tell you immediately and suggest the next safest step.
What should I do if a tooth has been knocked out?
Pick the tooth up by the crown — not the root — gently rinse with cold milk or saline if it is dirty, and try to place it back into the socket. If that is not possible, store it in a small cup of milk and call us immediately. Time matters with knocked-out adult teeth.
How much does an emergency dental appointment cost?
We charge a transparent emergency examination fee, with any treatment quoted clearly before it is carried out. You will never be surprised by hidden costs in a moment of stress.
What if I have a dental emergency out of hours?
Outside of our opening hours, please call NHS 111 for urgent dental triage, or attend your nearest A&E if you have significant swelling, breathing difficulty or a serious facial injury. Call us first thing the next working day and we will see you as a priority.
Call us — we will try to see you today.
108 to 110 Harrow Manor Way, Abbey Wood, SE2 9FL