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Emergency Dentists · Primrose Hill, NW1

Lost filling or crown specialist care in London

A lost filling or crown needs a prompt clinical assessment to protect the exposed tooth and prevent further decay. We assess the tooth and either re-cement the existing restoration or make a new one.

Led by Dr Ope Sodeinde, GDC-registered specialist periodontist (GDC No. 104071).

Same-day assessments to restore your tooth quickly

Dr Neha Patel, Specialist in Endodontics

Risks of an exposed tooth

Losing a filling or crown leaves the inner layers of the tooth exposed. Bacteria can reach the nerve inside the tooth, which often leads to toothache and severe tooth pain, and an untreated dental infection can spread to the adjacent teeth and, in severe cases, may need hospital treatment. If you need emergency dentists in London, we examine the tooth to check whether it is cracked or infected before we restore it.

Specialist planning for your restoration

Replacing a lost filling or crown takes more than a quick fix. We plan the new restoration so it fits precisely and lasts, because the wrong material or fit fails early. If you have toothache and severe tooth pain, we identify the cause before we treat the tooth.

Fees are itemised before we start. Whether you need a new dental crown, a dental bridge, or a simple filling, the consultation determines the requirements and the cost. If you need urgent care outside normal hours, see our out-of-hours and weekend emergency dentist page.

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Who we can help today

Losing a restoration is stressful, but we see it every day. Whether you have toothache or simply feel a gap where the filling used to be, we can restore the tooth. Some patients feel anxious about returning to the chair; we focus on the tooth, not on how long it has been. If you notice facial swelling or suspect a dental abscess and facial swelling, tell us when you call.

We explain emergency dentist costs in London at your visit. An examination determines the best way to protect the tooth and prevent a serious infection.

Replacing Your Lost Dental Work

Emergency tooth examination

We begin with an assessment to determine the most appropriate treatment. This identifies whether the tooth underneath is sound or whether decay or a crack has developed. If you have a knocked-out tooth, the approach is different from a lost filling.

Immediate restoration options

We can fit a natural-looking crown in a single appointment in some cases, which shortens the time the tooth spends without protection. For smaller repairs, we use composite bonding.

Managing pain and comfort

Sensitivity is common when a filling or crown is missing. We use local anaesthetic for the repair, and sedation options are available for patients who feel anxious.

Completing the restoration

Some cases are resolved in one visit. Depending on the material used, you may need to return to complete the treatment and confirm the final fit is secure.

Long-term protection

Prompt repair helps you avoid further complications. Our dental emergency aftercare guide explains how to look after the restoration.

Specialist-led emergency restoration

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

The standard of care at the practice is overseen by Dr Ope Sodeinde, our specialist periodontist.

Beyond replacing lost crowns and fillings, we treat other urgent problems, including toothache and severe tooth pain, dental abscesses with facial swelling, and knocked-out teeth.

How we restore your tooth structure

We focus on the outcome of every emergency visit, and we discuss honest options without pressure in a calm, unhurried environment. If you have had other emergencies, such as bleeding after extraction, we can address those at the same visit.

This required root canal treatment (completed by Dr Neha Patel) and then the fitting of a crown, after complex work to reshape the tooth (completed by Dr Ope Sodeinde).

Emergency Restoration Concerns

How much does replacing a lost filling or crown cost?

Fees depend on the type of restoration required. We confirm the cost at your consultation after assessing the tooth and the surrounding gum.

How long does the replacement take?

The timeframe depends on whether a filling can be replaced directly or a new crown is needed. We give you a specific timeline at your assessment.

Is it painful?

We use local anaesthetic for the repair. If you have a broken or chipped tooth or a serious infection, we address the pain first.

How long do the results last?

The longevity of a restoration depends on the underlying health of the tooth. We assess the tooth to choose the most durable option.

Restore your missing dental work

A lost filling or crown leaves the tooth open to sensitivity and decay. At the consultation we decide whether the existing restoration can be re-cemented or a new one is needed. Learn what happens at your same-day emergency appointment and how to book.

020 7589 7792

Other urgent dental concerns

  • Toothache and severe tooth pain.
  • Dental abscess and facial swelling.
  • Knocked-out tooth.
  • Broken or chipped tooth.
  • Bleeding after extraction.
  • Out-of-hours dentist.

You get a written plan and an itemised quote that is yours to keep and use at any other practice. Arrange your assessment with Dr Sodeinde to decide the best way to restore your tooth.

020 7589 7792

Who carries out your treatment

Your specialist

Dr Ope Sodeinde, Specialist in Periodontics

Dr Ope Sodeinde

GDC-registered specialist periodontistGDC No. 104071

Profile and qualifications

Patient reviews

What our patients say

Real, verified Google reviews from patients of London Dental Specialists.

“Recently had a tooth extracted and I was feeling anxious, but the staff was super calming and the procedure was quick and painless.”

Megan Kennedy · Google review

“Dr Ope and his team really helped to put me at ease and there was no pain at all in the procedure.”

Kirsty L · Google review

“Ope was incredibly skilled and made me feel at ease from the moment I arrived.”

Halima Diallo · Google review

“Even from my very first consultations Ope made me feel at ease and confident in his treatment plans and execution.”

Rory Hinde · Google review

“The hygienist also wanted to make me feel reassured and confident and I left much less anxious.”

Fran · Google review

“Also before by extraction, I had a hygienist appointment with Florentina who made me feel at ease and comfortable throughout, she also explained proper teeth hygiene techniques to help prevent plaque and gum disease which I will be carrying on from now on.”

Tinu O · Google review

“Ope, a specialist in Periodontics, reassured me and explained the entire process thoroughly.”

J J · Google review

“Florentina is clearly passionate (and extremely knowledgeable) about dental care and answered my numerous questions with calm professionalism.”

Juliet Ellis · Google review

“By the end, my mother felt much more comfortable with Ope, something she never felt before with dental professionals.”

Sophie O · Google review

“Ope and his team are always very professional and reassuring.”

Jill Bowden · Google review

“I am normally anxious about dental work but Dr Patel made me feel very comfortable; she kept me updated throughout and reassured me.”

Abigail Grace · Google review

“Ope is kind, warm, and reassuring, while also being immensely professional & down-to-business.”

Hesse K · Google review

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111 Regent's Park Road, Primrose Hill, London NW1 8UR

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