Emergency Impacted Tooth Removal for Golders Green Patients

While not all impacted teeth require immediate removal, you should seek emergency care if warning signs appear. Severe, persistent pain not relieved by over‑the‑counter meds is a primary indicator. You should also book an urgent appointment if you notice swelling in the jaw or face, difficulty opening your mouth, or a foul taste, which suggests an infection or abscess has formed. Leaving these symptoms untreated can lead to more serious health issues. Our practice, located a 5‑minute walk from Finchley Central Station, is equipped to assess your situation with digital imaging and provide immediate treatment during office hours to get you out of pain.

When you arrive from Golders Green for your emergency appointment, our first step is to make you comfortable. The process begins with a consultation and a 3D CBCT scan or digital X‑ray to locate the tooth and plan the extraction; this takes about 30 minutes. Next, we'll administer a strong local anaesthetic to numb the area so you won't feel pain during the procedure, only pressure. The surgical removal itself typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the tooth's position. Finally, we'll place stitches if needed and provide you with detailed aftercare instructions before you head home. A recent patient from Golders Green with a painful, partially erupted wisdom tooth was in and out of our clinic in just over an hour, feeling immediate relief.

Proper aftercare is essential for a smooth recovery. In the first 24 to 48 hours, you can expect some swelling and discomfort. Manage this with prescribed painkillers or over‑the‑counter options like ibuprofen. Use an ice pack on your cheek for 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off to reduce swelling. Stick to a soft food diet, such as soup, yogurt, and smoothies, and avoid hot drinks, alcohol, and smoking. Some minor bleeding is normal; biting down gently on the provided gauze pack for 30 minutes should stop it. Avoid strenuous activity for at least 48 hours to allow a stable blood clot to form in the socket, which is vital for healing. Red flags requiring immediate contact: Call our practice at 0203 488 0335 during office hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9 to 5, Tue/Thu 11 to 7) if you experience uncontrollable bleeding, severe pain not managed by medication after day 3, a fever, or pus from the extraction site. For out-of-hours emergencies, please call 111 or visit your nearest A&E.

In an emergency situation with pain or infection, extraction is almost always the definitive solution for an impacted tooth. However, in some non-urgent cases, alternatives can be considered. If the main issue is a temporary infection called pericoronitis, antibiotics and deep cleaning of the area may resolve the immediate symptoms, though the underlying problem remains. For lower wisdom teeth where the nerve is at high risk, a coronectomy might be an option. This procedure removes only the crown of the tooth, leaving the roots in place to avoid nerve damage. During your consultation, we'll use our 3D scanner to assess your specific case and discuss whether extraction is the best long‑term option for your health.

As a private practice, we provide clear pricing for all treatments. The cost for a surgical or impacted tooth removal is higher than a simple extraction due to its complexity. Prices typically range from £350 to £550 per tooth. The final fee depends on the difficulty of the extraction, the tooth's position, and the time required. This price includes your initial assessment, any X-rays or 3D scans on the day, the procedure itself, and a follow-up appointment if required. We do not offer NHS services but do accept private dental insurance plans from providers like Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna. We will provide a detailed cost breakdown with no hidden fees before starting any treatment.

To help you decide, here are key questions to ask whether you choose us or another practice near Golders Green: What is the full cost of the emergency extraction, including the consultation and any X-rays? How much experience do you have with complex surgical extractions like impacted wisdom teeth? Will I need stitches, and if so, will they be dissolvable? What type of pain relief will follow the procedure? Is a follow-up appointment included in the cost? What are the specific risks in my case based on the tooth’s position near nerves or sinuses? How much time should I plan to take off work or school to recover?