EMERGENCY HELPLINE
A filling that has fallen out, or feels loose, leaves the inside of your tooth exposed. Bacteria, air and pressure can all reach it. The sooner it is repaired, the less chance there is of further damage. Same-day appointments in Cheadle from £35.
Typically Responded to within 24 hours
A filling problem is rarely just cosmetic. If you recognise any of the following, the tooth needs protecting again as soon as possible.
Once the filling is gone, the inner part of the tooth is exposed. Bacteria, air and pressure can all reach it, often causing sharp pain quickly.
Pain triggered by temperature or sweetness, where a filling used to be, is common. It means the exposed dentine is reacting to whatever touches it.
If you can see or feel a hollow where the filling was, the tooth has lost its protective layer. It needs covering again soon.
A filling that rocks or shifts under your tongue is at risk of coming out completely, often without warning.
A sharp edge can cut your tongue or cheek again and again. It usually means the filling has cracked or partly come away.
Food trapping in the same place every time you eat is a common sign. The filling may have shifted, or it is no longer sealing the tooth properly.
We aim to protect the tooth again quickly. We also check there is no decay or damage hiding underneath the old filling.
If the exposed tooth is sensitive or painful, we make you comfortable first. This sometimes means a temporary dressing while we assess it fully.
We check the tooth underneath the missing filling for decay or cracks, often using an X-ray to see the full picture.
We explain what we find and your options. This might be a straightforward new filling, a crown, or something else. We also confirm the cost.
In most cases we clean out any decay, prepare the tooth, and place a new filling in the same visit.
We give you guidance on caring for the tooth afterwards. We also flag anything worth keeping an eye on.
Booking your appointment is the most important step. These measures can help protect the tooth and ease discomfort while you wait.
Keeping food and pressure away from the exposed tooth reduces both pain and the risk of further damage.
This helps clear away food debris and bacteria from the exposed area. It lowers the risk of irritation.
A pharmacy temporary filling kit can offer short-term protection, but it is not a substitute for proper treatment.
Ibuprofen or paracetamol, taken as directed, can help manage any sensitivity until you are seen.
Brush gently around the tooth to remove any trapped food without disturbing the exposed area further.
Watch for swelling, a bad taste, or pain that turns from sharp to throbbing. The exposed tooth may have become infected. Please call us straight away.
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 filling repairs in Cheadle.
A short delay is usually manageable if you protect the tooth. But the exposed area stays vulnerable to decay, sensitivity, and fracture the whole time it is left unfilled. We would always recommend being seen as soon as you reasonably can.
Temporary kits can offer short-term comfort and protection. But they are not designed to last, and they do not address whatever caused the original filling to fail. Please still book an appointment so we can fit a proper, lasting repair.
Fillings can fail for several reasons. New decay can form around the edges, the material can wear down over time, or grinding and biting something hard can put it under pressure. We will check for the cause when you come in.
Not necessarily. If the tooth has changed since the original filling, for example more decay or a crack, a different option may suit it better. This could be a larger filling or a crown, for a stronger long-term result.
We numb the tooth first if there is any decay to remove. The procedure itself should not be painful. Most patients find filling replacement straightforward, no different to routine dental work.
A straightforward filling replacement typically takes around 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the size and location of the filling. We will give you a clearer idea once we have examined the tooth.
If you are worried the tooth itself is cracked, not just missing a filling, please mention this when you call. It may need a different approach, such as a crown, to protect what remains of the tooth.
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