Top 5 Dental Emergencies You Can Treat at Home (Leeds Edition)

Some problems can’t wait. Here are five common emergencies and what we do during a home visit.

1. Severe toothache: assessment, pain relief, temporary dressing or filling.
2. Swelling/abscess: drainage if appropriate, medication and follow‑up.
3. Broken tooth: smoothing and composite repair.
4. Lost filling/crown: temporary restoration.
5. Broken denture: repair or reline.

Call 0113 833 2782 for same‑day help within 9:00–18:00. For severe swelling with fever or breathing issues, contact NHS 111/999.