An emergency dental appointment at Pear Tree Dental costs £50. We hold emergency slots every working day, so if you call 0115 931 2935 first thing we will do our best to see you the same day. We are open Monday to Thursday 8:45am to 5:00pm and Friday 8:00am to 3:30pm. We are closed at weekends — if you are in pain on a Saturday or Sunday, call NHS 111, which is free and runs 24 hours.
We are at 22 Nottingham Road, Burton Joyce, Nottingham NG14 5AE — a few minutes from Gedling, Arnold, Lowdham and Carlton, with parking outside. You do not need to be a registered patient to be seen in an emergency.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Some situations genuinely need same-day or next-day attention. Others are urgent but can wait a few days without worsening. The following usually require prompt care:
A knocked-out (avulsed) permanent tooth — the faster you act, the better the chance of saving it.
Severe or persistent toothache that is not controlled by over-the-counter painkillers.
A dental abscess: swelling in the gum or jaw, fever, or difficulty swallowing.
A broken tooth with a sharp edge causing injury to the tongue or cheek.
A crown, bridge or filling that has come off and is causing pain or sensitivity.
Significant bleeding that does not stop within 30 minutes of firm pressure.
Things that feel urgent but can usually wait a day or two include a chipped tooth that is not painful, a slightly loose crown that is still in place and comfortable, or a lost filling with no pain.
What to do in the first hour
The first steps you take can significantly affect the outcome, particularly if a tooth has been knocked out.
Knocked-out tooth: handle it by the crown (the white part), not the root. Rinse it gently with milk or saline — not tap water. Try to re-seat it in the socket if possible; if not, keep it in a small container of milk. Get to a dentist within 30 to 60 minutes.
Toothache: rinse with warm salt water, take your usual pain relief (ibuprofen tends to work better than paracetamol for dental pain, unless contraindicated), and avoid putting aspirin directly on the gum.
Abscess: do not attempt to burst it yourself. Take pain relief and contact your dentist as soon as possible — a spreading infection can become serious.
Broken tooth: rinse your mouth, cover any sharp edges with dental wax if available, and avoid chewing on that side.
Bleeding: bite firmly on a clean gauze pad or folded cloth for at least 20 to 30 minutes without lifting it to check.
Who to call in Nottingham, and when
Your first call should be a dental practice. Most practices — including Pear Tree Dental — keep appointments free each working day for people in pain or with an urgent problem. Ring as early in the day as you can: emergency slots are finite, and the earlier you call, the better the chance one is still free.
At Pear Tree Dental in Burton Joyce, call 0115 931 2935 or book online. Tell us what has happened and how much pain you are in, so we can prioritise appropriately. Our opening hours are Monday to Thursday 8:45am to 5:00pm and Friday 8:00am to 3:30pm; we are closed Saturday and Sunday.
Outside those hours, or if you cannot get through to any practice, call NHS 111. It is free, runs 24 hours, and can direct you to an emergency dental service or an NHS urgent dental centre. In Nottingham, NHS urgent dental centres work on a triage system — you will usually be assessed by phone first.
For a true medical emergency — severe swelling affecting your airway, an uncontrolled bleed, or signs of infection spreading to your neck or face — go to A&E or call 999. Do not wait for a dental appointment.
What does emergency dental treatment cost?
Cost depends on whether you are treated on the NHS or privately, and on what actually needs doing. Most practices — Pear Tree included — will tell you the cost before starting any treatment. Ask, always.
At Pear Tree Dental (private)
Emergency appointment: £50. This covers the examination, diagnosis and immediate pain relief.
Routine extraction: from £180.
Surgical extraction: from £300.
White filling: from £200. Amalgam (metal) filling: from £150.
Root canal: from £300 for a single canal, from £350 for two canals, from £450 for a molar.
Dental crown (often needed after a large fracture or root canal): from £750.
Treatment is charged separately from the £50 appointment, and nothing is done without your agreement on cost first. Members on our Family, Complete Care, Complete Care Plus and Periodontal Health plans get priority for emergency appointments, and members receive 10% off selected treatments — ask us which apply to your plan.
On the NHS
NHS charges in England rose on 1 April 2026. Emergency treatment falls under Band 1 (£27.90) if it covers only an examination, diagnosis and pain relief, or Band 2 (£76.60) if it includes fillings, extractions or root canal treatment. If you need a crown, the Band 3 charge of £332.10 applies. You pay only one charge per course of treatment, however many visits it takes. If you are exempt — for example if you are pregnant, under 18, or on certain benefits — treatment is free.
The catch is access, not price. Across Nottinghamshire, NHS dental lists have been effectively closed to new patients for some time, which is why many people in pain end up paying privately even when they would qualify for NHS care. If that is your situation, you are not doing anything wrong — you are responding to a shortage that is not your fault.
How to avoid dental emergencies
Attend regular check-ups so problems are caught before they become urgent.
Wear a mouthguard for contact sport — most dental trauma is preventable.
Do not use your teeth as tools to open packaging or bottles.
If you grind your teeth at night, ask about an occlusal splint to protect your teeth and restorations.
Regular check-ups at Pear Tree Dental help spot issues early. Book a routine appointment, explore our full range of dental services, or see our membership plans if you would rather spread the cost of routine care.
FAQ
Q: Can I be seen if I am not a registered patient? A: Yes. You do not need to be registered with us to be seen in an emergency. Call 0115 931 2935 and explain the problem. The emergency appointment is £50 whether or not you are a patient here.
Q: Can I walk in without an appointment? A: Please call first. We do not operate a walk-in service, and ringing ahead means we can assess how urgent your problem is and get the right slot ready. In practice, calling gets you seen faster than turning up unannounced.
Q: What if I have a dental emergency at the weekend? A: We are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Call NHS 111 — it is free, available 24 hours, and will triage you to an urgent dental service. If there is facial swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding, go to A&E or call 999 instead.
Q: How much is an emergency dentist in Nottingham? A: At Pear Tree Dental the emergency appointment is £50, with any treatment charged separately and quoted before we start. On the NHS, emergency care is £27.90 (Band 1) or £76.60 (Band 2) as of April 2026, if you can access an NHS appointment.
Q: My filling fell out but it does not hurt — is it still an emergency? A: Not usually. A pain-free lost filling can wait a few days, but book soon: the exposed tooth can become sensitive and decays more quickly without protection.
Q: I have severe dental pain at night — what should I do? A: Take appropriate pain relief (ibuprofen if tolerated), rinse with warm salt water, and call us first thing in the morning. If you cannot manage the pain, or you have facial swelling, call NHS 111 overnight. To reach us, call 0115 931 2935 or book online.
Clinically reviewed by Javaad Mirza (MD, BDS), Principal Dentist at Pear Tree Dental, GDC No. 290378. Last reviewed July 2026. Prices correct at the time of review; NHS charges are those in force from 1 April 2026. This article is general information, not a diagnosis — if you are in pain, call us on 0115 931 2935.