Emergency Oral Surgery & Extractions in North London

It can be hard to tell if you need urgent surgery. We keep same-day slots for true emergencies. Call us right away if you have severe, persistent pain not controlled by painkillers, especially from a wisdom tooth. Other clear signs include notable facial swelling near the jaw or cheek, a pimplelike swelling on a gum (a dental abscess), or bleeding that won't stop after a tooth extraction. A Barnet patient recently came in with severe wisdom tooth pain; a 3D scan showed an impacted tooth that needed removal that day to stop infection. Quick assessment helps ease pain and prevent serious problems.

We work to make the visit smooth. It starts with a phone call where we assess your symptoms. We schedule a 60 minute same-day assessment at our Finchley clinic. We use digital imaging and CBCT to get an accurate diagnosis. The dentist explains the findings, the needed surgery, and the costs. Procedures such as a tooth extraction or draining an abscess take about 60 to 90 minutes and use local anaesthetic for comfort. You leave with clear aftercare guidance and any prescriptions.

The first 72 hours are key for healing. Expect tenderness, swelling, and some discomfort, usually eased by over-the-counter painkillers such as ibuprofen. Swelling peaks around day two to three. Eat soft foods like soup, yogurt, and smoothies; avoid hot drinks, alcohol, and smoking. Do not rinse on the first 24 hours to protect the blood clot. From day two, rinse gently with warm salt water.

Complications are uncommon, but know what to watch for. Call us during office hours (Mon, Wed, Fri 9 to 5, Tue, Thu 11 to 7) if you have: severe or worsening pain not helped by medicine after day three; bleeding that soaks a gauze pad in under an hour; fever above 38C; or swelling that worsens after 72 hours or starts to affect breathing or swallowing. If these occur outside hours, go to the nearest A&E or call 111 for advice.

Emergency surgery is not always the only option. If there is a severe infection or abscess, we may first prescribe antibiotics to reduce infection and swelling before extraction or other treatment. This can make the procedure safer and more comfortable. For very complex cases, such as a fractured jaw or a tooth very close to a major nerve, the best option is a referral to a hospital based oral surgeon. We will discuss all suitable options with you at your emergency consultation.

To help you choose your urgent care, here are questions to ask, whether you see us or another practice in North London. First ask for a full cost breakdown, including the consultation, scans, and the procedure. Ask about the specific risks of the proposed surgery and what the recovery will involve. Also ask what follow-up care is included and who to contact if problems arise after hours. Finally ask about the dentist's experience with your type of emergency.

As a private practice we list clear prices for all emergency treatments. The cost varies with complexity. For example a simple extraction costs less than a surgically complex wisdom tooth removal. Your fee includes the initial consult, all X-rays or 3D scans, and the procedure itself. We will provide a detailed plan with all costs before any work starts to avoid hidden fees. We accept private insurance from Max Bupa, Denplan, and Cigna.