Dental abscess and facial swelling specialists in London

Managing facial swelling and infection

Seeing your face swell or feeling a throbbing ache is alarming, and the worry that the dental infection is spreading is a reasonable one. Untreated, it can spread to the adjacent teeth and, in severe cases, may need hospital treatment. If you need emergency dentists in London, we assess the infection and tell you whether it can be treated in the chair or needs the hospital.

Specialist planning for acute facial swelling

Facial swelling needs a diagnosis before treatment, because the source of the infection decides whether the tooth is drained, root treated, or removed. If you need an out-of-hours and weekend emergency dentist, we can help you manage the crisis quickly.

Fees are itemised before you commit to any procedure, so you know the cost of your care. We also treat related problems, such as a broken or chipped tooth, which may have let the infection in.

Who we can help with facial swelling

We see patients with a serious infection, whether it is a sudden flare-up or an abscess that has been worsening for days. Many feel self-conscious about the swelling; we focus on your health, not on how the problem arose. We can also help if the swelling has developed around a lost filling or crown. If cost is a concern, you can find emergency dentist costs in London here.

A clinical assessment with Dr Sodeinde determines the cause of the swelling and the treatment path, and we offer sedation options for patients who find dental visits difficult.

Managing Your Abscess and Swelling

Emergency Abscess Examination

We examine the tooth and gum and take in-mouth x-rays to find the source of the swelling and decide whether the tooth can be saved or needs removing.

Immediate Infection Control

Our priority is to stop the spread of infection. Where the tooth is viable, we provide root canal treatment to save the tooth. Where it is not, we carry out a tooth extraction under local anaesthetic or intravenous sedation.

Managing Post-Treatment Recovery

Healing needs specific care to prevent complications. You get a dental emergency aftercare guide to help you manage the site. If a tooth has been removed, we also give guidance on managing bleeding after extraction.

Follow-up and Completion

Some cases need more than one visit. You may need to return to complete the treatment and confirm the infection has cleared.

Final Tooth Restoration

Once the area is healthy, we restore the tooth. In some cases we can fit a natural-looking crown in a single appointment.

Specialist-led emergency care

We prioritise pain relief and resolving the underlying infection, and we carry out the restorative treatment that follows.

You can verify the credentials of Dr Ope Sodeinde, our specialist periodontist, who leads the clinical team. Our specialist in endodontics (root canal treatment) is Dr Neha Patel (GDC No. 150517).

Specialist care for acute swelling

We provide a calm, unhurried environment for patients facing a dental emergency, and a no-pressure approach to the initial assessment. The same applies if you need urgent help for a knocked-out tooth.

How we manage your emergency infection

What should I do if swelling occurs?

Seek clinical attention the same day. If you have toothache and severe tooth pain alongside facial swelling, we prioritise your appointment to reduce the risk of the infection spreading. Go to A&E if the swelling affects your breathing or swallowing.

How much does this cost?

The cost depends on the treatment required, which we confirm at your consultation after finding the source of the swelling. Treatment may involve gum abscess drainage, root canal treatment, or extraction.

How long does treatment take?

The timeframe varies by case. The first visit is about reducing the swelling and pain; Dr Sodeinde sets out the remaining steps at your assessment.

Is the procedure painful?

We use local anaesthetic for the procedure and sedation options are available for patients who feel anxious. Removing the source of the infection is what stops the pain.

Manage your facial swelling

An examination determines the cause of your swelling and the treatment you need. Read what happens at your same-day emergency appointment and how to book.

Dr Sodeinde and the team see urgent cases first to prevent further complications.

020 7589 7792

Related urgent dental pages

• Out-of-hours dentist.
• Emergency dentist costs in London.
• Toothache and severe tooth pain.
• Knocked-out tooth.
• Broken or chipped tooth.

You get a written plan and itemised quote that is yours to keep and use at any other practice. Arrange your assessment with Dr Sodeinde to find the cause of your swelling and the treatment it needs.

020 7589 7792