Find a Dentist
Find a Dentist Near You
Find a dentist if you need professional care after a dental injury or are unsure what to do next.
Use the official NHS tool to search for nearby dental practices.
This tool shows NHS dental practices only. Private dentists may be available closer to you — you can search online to find the nearest private provider.
If You Need Urgent Advice Right Now
If you cannot find a dentist or the injury is severe, call
NHS 111
They can advise you, assess the urgency, and arrange emergency dental care if needed.
If there is heavy bleeding, facial injury, suspected fracture, or difficulty breathing, go to A&E immediately.
What to Take With You
The knocked-out tooth (kept moist)
Any fragments of broken tooth
Your ToothRevive kit (if available)
Details of how the injury happened
This helps the dentist make the correct decisions quickly.
What to Expect at the Dentist
Check the socket and surrounding teeth
Take X-rays
Clean the area
Replant the tooth (if appropriate)
Splint the tooth to neighbours
Prescribe antibiotics or pain management if needed
Follow-up appointments are often required.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find an emergency dentist near me?
Use the NHS.uk find a dentist tool, call NHS 111, or contact your usual dental practice.
What should I tell the dentist when I call?
Explain what happened, which tooth is affected, whether it’s a baby or adult tooth, how the tooth is being stored if it’s been knocked out, and how long ago the injury happened — timing affects how quickly you need to be seen.
Should I contact NHS 111, A&E, or a dentist directly?
For most dental injuries, contact a dentist or NHS 111. Go to A&E for serious face or jaw injuries, heavy bleeding that will not stop, severe swelling affecting breathing, or significant head/facial injury.
What if I can't get an appointment with my usual dentist?
NHS 111 can direct you to an emergency dental service in your area, and many areas also have urgent dental care lines that operate outside normal practice hours.
Is a dental injury a 999 emergency?
A dental injury on its own is rarely a 999 emergency. Call 999 for a life-threatening emergency, such as serious breathing difficulty, severe uncontrolled bleeding or loss of consciousness. Serious face or jaw injuries may require A&E; if you’re unsure, contact NHS 111.