Take pain relief such as paracetamol or ibuprofen (following the instructions on the packet).
Use temporary dental filling material from a pharmacy or sugar-free chewing gum to cover the cavity.
If the crown is still intact, you can use an over-the-counter dental cement or
sugar-free gum to stick it in place, but please don’t use superglue.
Keep all pieces and protect the exposed tooth as you would with a lost filling.
Keep any fragments, rinse with warm water, apply a cold compress to reduce swelling, and use gauze for bleeding.
The sooner you contact us, the better the chance we have of saving the tooth, so please call us immediately.
Handle the tooth carefully by the crown (the part that’s usually visible in your mouth) and gently rinse it with water. Avoid scrubbing or removing any attached tissue fragments. If possible, try to place the tooth back into its socket, ensuring it’s facing the right way. If that’s not feasible, keep the tooth in milk (best choice), your own saliva or water with a pinch of salt .
Rinse with warm, salty water and apply a cold compress for swelling. If accompanied by severe pain, swelling, and flu-like symptoms, please visit your most local A&E department.
This is not normally considered an emergency unless the gum is damaged or parts of the tooth are still embedded. Child-friendly painkillers can be given and while ice lollies may help relieve pain and swelling.
Never try to re-implant a baby tooth as it could damage the new adult tooth in the gum.
We can assess and repair damage or provide urgent adjustments.
Treatments
Comprehensive Dental Care Under One Roof
At Hitchin Dental Practice, we offer a full range of dental treatments designed to keep your smile healthy, bright, and confident. Whether you’re looking for routine care, cosmetic enhancements, or advanced restorative work, our experienced team is here to help every step of the way.
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Dental Implants
Emergency Dentistry
General Dentistry
We provide comprehensive general dental care to protect, restore, and maintain your oral health:
Routine check-ups & Fillings
Preventive care (fissure sealants, hygiene and aftercare)
Gum health treatments (Gum disease therapy, laser procedures)
Crowns & bridges
Dentures
Root canal treatments
Tooth extractions (including wisdom teeth with referral when needed)
Cosmetic Dentistry
Permanent, natural-looking solutions for missing teeth:
Smile design
Professional teeth whitening
Invisible orthodontics (Clear Aligners)
Full-surface Composite Bonding
Composite Edge Bonding
Cosmetic Fillings, Inlays and Onlays.
Dental implants
Transform your smile with our advanced cosmetic treatments:
Dental implants
Bone augmentation
Implant crowns & bridges
Get in touch
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Phone Number
01462 459172
Our Address
7 Highbury Rd, Hitchin SG4 9RW
Working Hours
Mon to Fri: 9:00AM – 5:00 PM