Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and when they do, fast action makes all the difference. If you're experiencing severe tooth pain, a broken tooth, or any dental emergency, call us immediately on (03) 8838 8820. We prioritise emergency appointments and will do everything we can to see you on the same day.
We treat a wide range of dental emergencies, including situations that require urgent attention to relieve pain, prevent infection, or save a tooth. The sooner you seek treatment, the better the outcome.
While you're waiting to see us, there are steps you can take to manage your emergency and improve the chances of a successful outcome:
We set aside time each day for emergency cases because we know that dental pain cannot wait. When you call, our team will assess the urgency of your situation and schedule you in as quickly as possible. Our goal is to get you out of pain, stabilise the problem, and put together a treatment plan — all in the same visit where possible.
Any situation causing severe oral pain, bleeding, swelling, infection, a knocked-out tooth, or broken/drilled fillings or crowns qualifies as a dental emergency.
Unless you have a major issue — like a broken jaw, uncontrollable bleeding, or severe swelling affecting breathing — most dental issues are best treated by an emergency dentist.
Costs vary by treatment: simple emergency care ($150-$400), emergency extractions ($200-$600), and emergency root canals ($400-$1,500).
Generally, no — Medicare doesn't cover most dental services. However, some Australian states offer public assistance, and children may be covered under the Child Dental Benefits Schedule.
Yes. In Victoria, for instance, emergency dental care is available to concession-card holders for a $31.50 copayment per visit (maximum $126) and $266 for non-card holders.
Many private health extras policies do cover emergency dental services, with rebate rates from 60% to 100%, though it depends on your insurer and plan limits.
Ideally if the whole tooth has been knocked out, the best thing to do is to stick it back into the socket.
The dentist will focus on pain relief, infection control, and emergency treatment (like extraction, drainage, or temporary repair).
Yes. Swollen, painful, or infected wisdom teeth are common reasons for urgent appointments. Removal may cost $300-$700, including sedation/anaesthesia.
Costs depend on factors like procedure complexity, materials used, whether sedation is required, and the dentist's fees.