EMERGENCY HELPLINE
A cavity that has started to hurt means decay has worked its way deeper into the tooth. The sooner it is treated, the simpler the fix is likely to be. Same-day emergency appointments in Cheadle from £35.
Typically Responded to within 24 hours
Tooth decay does not announce itself loudly until it is well established. If any of the following apply to you, the cavity needs attention now.
A jolt of pain when sugar reaches the tooth is a common sign. Decay has likely broken through the enamel into the softer dentine beneath.
A hole you can see or feel with your tongue is a clear sign of active decay. So is a brown or black mark on the tooth.
Decay that once only hurt with sweet food can change. If it now aches all the time, it may have reached close to the nerve.
A cavity often creates a ledge or gap where food keeps catching. This is a sign the tooth surface has broken down.
New sensitivity to temperature, in a tooth that never used to react this way, often points to decay underneath.
If part of the tooth feels soft, rough, or like it is breaking away, the structure underneath has likely been weakened by decay.
Our aim is to stop the decay from progressing further and restore the tooth as simply as possible.
If the tooth is painful, we numb the area before doing anything else so the examination is comfortable.
We check how deep the decay has spread, sometimes using an X-ray to see beneath the surface of the tooth.
In most cases we remove the decayed tissue and place a filling in the same visit. Where decay has reached the nerve, we will discuss root canal treatment instead.
We give you simple, practical advice to help stop new decay forming. We also arrange a check-up to keep an eye on the tooth.
Where appropriate we prescribe antibiotics and arrange a follow-up to confirm the infection has fully cleared.
Booking your appointment is the most important step. These measures can help manage the discomfort while you wait.
Ibuprofen or paracetamol, taken at the dose on the packet, can take the edge off the pain until your appointment.
These are the most common triggers for cavity pain, so steering clear of them can give you some relief.
A gentle salt water rinse after eating can help clear bacteria and debris from around the affected tooth.
Keeping pressure and food away from the cavity reduces both pain and the risk of the tooth breaking further.
Brush gently around the tooth and use floss to remove trapped food. This can reduce irritation a great deal.
Watch for pain that is constant and throbbing, or swelling in your face or gum. The decay may have reached the nerve, or caused an infection. Please call us straight away rather than waiting.
We are based in Cheadle and serve patients across south Manchester and Cheshire. If you are suffering from toothache in any of the following areas, we can see you — same or next day.
SK8 · Our home clinic
SK8 · 1.4 miles
SK9 · 3.4 miles
SK8 · 2.2 miles
SK9 · 5.9 miles
SK1–SK8 · 3.1 miles
M33 · 6.6 miles
1.7 miles · M20
Not sure if we cover your area? Call us on +4407789 696472 — if we can help, we will.
When you’re in pain, you need a dentist you can rely on. Here’s why hundreds of patients across Cheadle and south Manchester choose us for their dental emergencies.
We prioritise emergency appointments so you are never left in unnecessary pain. Same-day slots are often available.
Emergency appointments start from £35. We always confirm the cost before we begin — no hidden fees, ever.
You do not need to be registered with us. Any patient can book an emergency appointment — no referral required.
Emergency appointments are available outside standard hours including evenings and weekends.
Our team handles all types of dental emergencies quickly and calmly, with your comfort as the priority throughout.
Proud members of the British Dental Association, committed to the highest standards of patient care and safety.
Here are the questions we are asked most often about emergency cavity and tooth decay treatment in Cheadle.
Pain that is sharp and brief, triggered only by sweet food, is usually an earlier-stage cavity. Pain that is constant, throbbing, or wakes you at night is different. It suggests the decay is close to, or has reached, the nerve, and needs treating sooner rather than later.
If it is not causing pain, it is worth getting checked soon rather than waiting months. Cavities only grow larger over time. If it has started to hurt, treat it as an emergency rather than waiting for a routine slot.
That depends on how deep the decay has gone. Many cavities are treated with a straightforward filling in one visit. If decay has reached the nerve, root canal treatment may be needed instead. In more severe cases, extraction is sometimes the better option, and we will explain which applies to you.
Pain usually starts once decay has eaten through the hard enamel layer and reached the dentine underneath. This layer contains tiny nerve channels. As decay gets closer to the tooth’s nerve, pain typically becomes more frequent and intense.
Very early, white-spot decay can sometimes be strengthened with fluoride and better brushing, before it becomes a true cavity. Once a hole has formed, the tooth cannot repair itself. The decayed part needs to be professionally removed and filled.
Brushing helps, but cavities are also shaped by diet, especially frequent sugar or acid. The position of the tooth, and even genetics, play a part too. Hard-to-reach back teeth are especially prone to decay, even with a good brushing routine.
Yes. We see patients of all ages and take a calm, gentle approach with children. If your child has a painful cavity, please call us and we will see them as quickly as possible.
Our Cheadle emergency dental team is ready to help. Appointments available within 24 hours for patients in Cheadle, Gatley, Bramhall, Handforth, Didsbury, Hale and Hazel Grove.
Appointments from £35 · New patients welcome · 7 days a week · No walk-ins — booking only