Emergency Dentist in Marion
A dental emergency is stressful enough without the added frustration of trying to find a dentist who can see you promptly. Dental emergencies can happen when you least expect them, and we are here to provide you with compassionate care when you need it most. Whether you’re experiencing a broken tooth, severe toothache, or discomfort from wisdom teeth, our team is dedicated to offering immediate relief and personalised treatment to address your concerns.
We keep spots aside every day for urgent cases and aim to see patients at our emergency dental clinic on the same day, where possible. We’re also open late on Mondays and Thursdays until 7pm, making us one of the few after hours dentists in Adelaide you can reach when something comes up outside of standard business hours.
IS THIS AN EMERGENCY?
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
If you have a toothache that’s getting worse, something that’s suddenly broken, a swelling, or anything that’s worrying you, that’s reason enough to call for immediate dental care. Some of the most common dental emergencies we see include:
- Severe or sudden tooth pain
- A broken, chipped, or cracked tooth
- A knocked-out tooth
- A lost or damaged filling or crown
- A dental abscess or swelling in the mouth or jaw
- Bleeding that won't stop following a dental procedure or injury
- A loose or dislodged tooth
- Soft tissue injuries to the gums, tongue, or cheeks
If you’re not sure whether your situation counts as an emergency, call us anyway. Our team will help you work out whether you need to be seen urgently or whether it can wait for a scheduled appointment.
FIRST AID FOR YOUR TEETH
What Should I do in a Dental Emergency?
Different situations call for different first steps. Here’s what to do while you wait to be seen.
Severe Tooth Pain
Call our clinic as soon as possible. Over-the-counter pain relief can help manage discomfort while you wait, but dental pain generally won't resolve on its own and needs to be assessed and treated.
Broken or Chipped Tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water and keep any broken pieces if you can. Call us to arrange an urgent appointment. Avoid biting down on the affected tooth until you've been seen.
Knocked-Out Tooth
Pick the tooth up by the crown (not the root) and rinse it gently with water without scrubbing. If possible, place it back in the socket or keep it in a glass of milk or between your cheek and gum to keep it moist. Call us immediately: time is a significant factor in the outcome of a knocked-out tooth.
Lost filling or crown
A lost filling or crown isn't always painful, but it does need to be addressed. The exposed tooth is vulnerable to further damage and decay. Call us to arrange an appointment as soon as possible.
Dental Abscess or Swelling
A dental abscess is an infection that requires prompt treatment. If you have significant swelling in your face or jaw, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or a high fever alongside dental pain, seek emergency medical care immediately. For less severe swelling or abscess symptoms, call our emergency dental clinic.
LATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE
After-Hours Dental Care in Adelaide
Finding urgent dental care in Marion outside of standard business hours can be difficult. At Delicate Dentistry, we offer extended evening hours on Mondays and Thursdays until 7pm, so if you need an after-hours dentist in Adelaide, we’re available later in the evening than most practices. We also keep daily appointment spots available for walk-in dental emergencies, and aim to see urgent patients the same day.
If you’re searching for an ‘emergency dentist near me’ or an ‘urgent dentist open now’ in the Marion area, call us directly on (08) 8377 1513. Our team will do everything possible to arrange an appointment for you without delay.
A FEW REASONS TO CALL US FIRST
Why Locals Choose Us For Urgent Dental Care in Marion
- Same day dental appointments available for emergencies
- Open until 7pm on Mondays and Thursdays for after-hours dental emergencies
- We know dental emergencies are stressful, and our team takes its time in a calm, unhurried space
- Happy gas sedation available for patients who feel anxious
- Advanced imaging on site including OPG and CBCT for diagnosis
- Dedicated on-site parking behind the building and full wheelchair access
- All private health fund claims processed on the spot via HICAPS
MAKING CARE ACCESSIBLE
Payment options for emergency dental care
We accept all private health fund claims on the spot via HICAPS and are a preferred provider for nib and CBHS. We also accept government-funded dental schemes including the Emergency Dental Scheme (EDS), the General Dental Scheme (GDS), the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), DVA dental vouchers, and the Public Denture Scheme (PDS) for eligible patients. Flexible payment plan options are available with Humm and MediPay. Please ask our team at your appointment.
FAQs
Delicate Dentistry is located at Unit 2/13-15 Finniss St, Marion SA 5043. We keep daily appointment spots for emergency dental cases and aim to see urgent patients the same day.
We're open Monday to Friday, with extended hours until 7pm on Mondays and Thursdays. If you're in the Marion area and need to see a dentist urgently, call us directly and we'll let you know whether we can accommodate you the same day.
Call our clinic as soon as possible. Over-the-counter pain relief can help manage discomfort in the short term, but severe tooth pain needs to be assessed and treated. Do not place aspirin directly on the tooth or gum tissue.
Yes, where possible. We keep appointment spots aside every day for emergency dental cases and aim to see urgent patients the same day. Call us on (08) 8377 1513 to check availability.
If you're in Marion or the surrounding Adelaide area, call Delicate Dentistry on (08) 8377 1513. We'll do our best to fit you in the same day, including during our extended evening hours on Mondays and Thursdays.
We keep spots aside daily for urgent cases. While we recommend calling ahead so we can prepare for your arrival, we'll always do our best to see patients in genuine dental distress as quickly as possible.
Need an Emergency Dentist in Marion today?
Don’t wait. Call us today and we’ll do our best to see you the same day.
Reach out to us on (08) 8377 1513.