- Gentle dentist
- Great with nervous patients
- Friendly staff
- Clear explanations
Emergency dentists in Harlow
5 dental practices in Harlow list emergency appointments. If you have severe pain, bleeding, or a knocked-out tooth, call ahead — most practices will fit urgent cases in on the same day. The list below shows practices that explicitly offer emergency care.
Top Emergency providers in Harlow
Ranked by patient mentions of Emergency in reviews, overall rating, and review volume. Practices marked with a quote contain direct patient experiences with this treatment.
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41 High St, Old Harlow, Harlow CM17 0DN, CM17 0DN
Private Emergency AppointmentsPrices fromCheck-up£65Hygienist£95Patients sayLikes most- Friendly staff
- Gentle dentists
- Great for nervous patients
- Excellent communication
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1st Floor, Lister Medical Centre, Abercrombie Way, Harlow CM18 6YJ, CM18 6YJ
Private NHS Invisalign ProviderPrices fromCheck-up£40Hygienist£75Patients sayLikes most- Friendly staff
- Gentle hygienist
- Great for nervous patients
- Modern equipment
- Prices fromCheck-up£45Hygienist£79Patients sayLikes most
- Gentle and caring staff
- Quick emergency appointments
- Great with nervous patients
- Modern equipment
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42 Market St, Old Harlow, Harlow CM17 0AQ, CM17 0AQ
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Frequently asked questions
What counts as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency includes severe toothache that paracetamol/ibuprofen won't control, swelling of the face or jaw, a knocked-out adult tooth (best chance of saving it is within 1 hour), uncontrolled bleeding after an extraction, and trauma to the teeth or jaw. If you have facial swelling spreading to your eye or neck, go to A&E — that's a medical emergency.
How much does an emergency dental appointment cost in Harlow?
Private emergency appointments in Harlow typically cost £75–£150 for the assessment, with treatment (extraction, temporary filling, root canal start) charged separately. NHS emergency dental treatment falls under Band 1 (£27.90) — but availability is very limited.
Can I get an NHS emergency dentist in Harlow?
NHS 111 can refer you to an emergency NHS dentist if one is available — call them first. Some practices in Harlow also offer NHS emergency slots, but availability is extremely limited and often booked days in advance. Most patients with urgent issues end up paying for private emergency care.
What should I do for tooth pain before I can see a dentist?
Take paracetamol and ibuprofen alternating (if you can take both — check with a pharmacist), apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek for swelling, rinse with warm salt water (1 tsp salt in a cup of water), and avoid very hot/cold food. Don't put aspirin directly on the tooth — it burns the gum. If pain is severe or you're developing facial swelling, seek same-day care.
