Emergency Dentist Appointments in York

Emergency Dentist York | Same-Day Appointments | Heslington Dental
Emergency slots available, Monday to Friday

Emergency Dentist in York · Heslington Dental Practice

Dental emergency in York? We’ll aim to see you today.

In pain, lost a filling, or knocked out a tooth? Book an urgent slot online in minutes. We keep same-day appointments free every weekday for emergency dental care in York. You don’t need to be registered with us.

Call 01904 904 500 Book emergency slot online
Open to everyone No registration needed Nervous patients welcome

How to be seen today

We release emergency appointments every weekday, in two windows.

From 08:30
Registered & Denplan patients
Priority booking window, Monday to Friday. Slots are first-come, first-served, so call early.
From 10:30
Everyone, including non-registered
Remaining urgent slots open to new and non-registered patients across York.
Very limited slots bookable online now. Reserve one any time of day, before we release more appointments.

Same-day, every day

We set aside urgent appointments for dental emergencies in York daily.

Open to everyone

You don’t need to be registered with us to book an emergency appointment.

Book online in minutes

Reserve an urgent emergency slot online, quicker than waiting on the phone.

Nervous patients

Calm, compassionate care, with conscious sedation available if you need it.

When to call us

What counts as a dental emergency?

If you’re experiencing any of the following in York, don’t wait. Call us on 01904 904 500 and we’ll prioritise the most urgent cases.

Severe toothache

Throbbing or persistent pain, especially if it’s keeping you awake or stopping you eating.

Knocked-out tooth

Time is critical. The sooner you’re seen, the better the chance of saving the tooth.

Chipped or broken tooth

Particularly if there’s a sharp edge cutting your mouth or causing pain.

Lost filling or crown

An unprotected tooth can become sensitive and damaged quickly.

Dental abscess

Swelling, throbbing pain or fever signals infection and needs urgent attention.

Bleeding or soft-tissue injury

Cuts or trauma to the lips, cheeks or gums that won’t stop bleeding.

First aid

While you wait to be seen

Simple steps that can ease pain and protect a tooth before your emergency appointment.

1

Knocked-out tooth

Hold it by the crown, never the root. Rinse gently in milk or clean water, but don’t scrub. If you can, slot it back in place and hold it there.

2

Toothache

Take over-the-counter pain relief as directed and rinse with warm salty water. Avoid very hot, cold or sweet foods.

3

Lost filling or crown

Dental cement or sugar-free gum can temporarily cover an exposed tooth until we see you.

4

Swelling or abscess

A cold compress against the cheek can reduce swelling. Call us, as an abscess needs prompt treatment.

Serious injury to the jaw, face or throat? Go straight to York Hospital A&E rather than waiting for a dental appointment.

For next time

Not registered? Get priority for future emergencies.

Facing a dental emergency without a regular dentist is stressful. Register with us and attend a New Patient Exam, and you’ll unlock our priority booking window from 08:30 for any future urgent appointment.

  • Full examination, X-rays and oral cancer screening
  • A York dentist who already knows your history
  • No waiting list, book online any time
NEW PATIENT EXAM£50

Examination · X-rays · oral cancer screening

Register & book online

Find us

Emergency dental care in the heart of Heslington

Emergency line
01904 904 500
Address
11/12 Main Street, Heslington, York, YO10 5EA

In pain right now? Let’s get you seen.

Call our York emergency dental line and our reception team will listen to your symptoms and book you in as quickly as possible.

Call 01904 904 500 Book emergency slot online

Common questions

Emergency dentist in York: FAQs

Can I get an emergency dentist appointment today in York?
Yes. Heslington Dental Practice keeps same-day emergency appointments free every weekday. Call 01904 904 500 as early as you can, as slots are first-come, first-served.
Do I need to be registered with you?
No. Our emergency dental service in York is open to everyone. Registered and Denplan patients can book from 08:30, and we open remaining urgent slots to non-registered patients from 10:30, Monday to Friday.
How much does an emergency dental appointment cost?
We’re a private practice, so fees for non-registered emergency patients are explained clearly at the time of booking, and the dentist will confirm any treatment costs before going ahead.
I’m a nervous patient. Can you still help?
Absolutely. Our team will put you at ease from the moment you arrive, and we can offer conscious sedation for particularly anxious patients.
What if you’re fully booked?
If our emergency slots for the day are full, our reception team will do everything they can to see you as soon as possible or point you to the nearest alternative. For serious injuries to the jaw, face or throat, go straight to York Hospital A&E.