Emergency Prosthetic & Denture Repair in Finchley

Emergency prosthetic care is for damaged crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants. Book an emergency visit if you lose a crown or filling exposing a sensitive tooth, have a denture that is cracked or no longer wearable, or a bridge that is loose or fallen out. We also treat chipped veneers or front crowns as a cosmetic emergency. A loose implant needs urgent attention. Delays can cause pain, more damage, or trouble eating. We aim to see you the same day during our hours (Mon/Wed/Fri 9 to 5, Tue/Thu 11 to 7) to prevent complications.

Your 30 to 45 minute visit starts with a focused assessment. We listen to what happened and gently examine the prosthetic and surrounding teeth and gums. Then we may take a digital x-ray or use our 3D CBCT scanner to view the tooth or implant and check for hidden cracks or decay. After diagnosing the issue, we explain your options. This might be a temporary re cementing of a crown, a simple denture repair, or smoothing a chipped tooth. If a permanent solution is needed, we provide a comfortable temporary fix and schedule the definitive treatment. For example, a patient from North Finchley recently lost a crown days before a wedding. We created a temporary crown in one visit so they could attend the event while we crafted the permanent restoration.

After a temporary fix, follow these care tips. For the first 24 to 48 hours avoid chewing on the repaired area. Stick to soft foods like soup, yogurt, and mashed potatoes. You can brush normally but be gentle around the temporary crown or bridge and avoid flossing that area to prevent dislodging it. Some mild sensitivity is normal and should fade soon. Return for the follow up to get the permanent restoration, as temporary solutions are not long term. A Friern Barnet patient had a broken denture; we performed a same-day repair that let them eat comfortably, but we stress follow-up to ensure long term stability. Red flags during office hours: if the temporary restoration feels loose, pain increases after the first day, or swelling appears around the treated area.

When a prosthetic work fails, decide between repair and replacement. A simple repair like re cementing a crown that has come off a healthy tooth is usually quick and cost effective. A clean crack in a denture can often be bonded. However, replacement is often better in the long run. If a crown is loose because the tooth underneath has decayed, a new crown is needed after treating the decay. Dentures older than five to seven years that have broken due to wear are generally better replaced to ensure proper fit and function. During your consultation we will discuss the pros and cons of each option for your situation.

To make a choice about your dental care, ask a few key questions. Inquire about the total cost for the emergency visit and the final solution. Ask how long the repair or temporary fix is expected to last and the long term success rate for the permanent option. Find out what caused the problem to help prevent recurrence. Also ask about the timeline for the full treatment so you know what to expect from start to finish.

We are upfront about costs. The emergency visit and any needed x rays have a set fee explained before we start. The repair or replacement cost varies with complexity. For example re cementing a crown is cheaper than making a new one. We provide a detailed cost breakdown for any proposed treatment with no hidden fees. Our practice is private and does not offer NHS services, but we accept insurance from Denplan, Cigna, and Max Bupa. Let us know if you have cover so we can help.