Emergency Dentist in Plymouth
If you’re suffering from a persistent toothache or have a broken tooth and need an Emergency Dentist in Plymouth, our team at Mannamead Cosmetic Dental Centre offers immediate pain relief with same-day emergency dental appointments.
We offer private treatment for all dental emergencies, including cosmetic emergencies, and can also provide on-site antibiotics.
If you have a broken or severely cracked tooth, our on-site CEREC milling machine lets us fabricate permanent crowns and veneers in less than an hour, eliminating the need for temporary fixes.
You can book an emergency appointment by calling us on 01752 662929.
Our Principal Dentist, Dr Lenore Bronkhorst (GDC No: 69251), is an internationally trained Cosmetic Dentist who has just celebrated 40 years in dentistry.
From our state-of-the-art clinic near Mutley Plain, we serve patients from across Ocean City, including Plympton, Plymstock, Stoke Village and Derriford, and are conveniently located for those travelling from Saltash, Torpoint and Ivybridge.
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If you are in severe pain, have a broken tooth, or have swelling, we offer same‑day emergency appointments to relieve pain quickly, treat infection, and protect your teeth wherever possible. You can call us directly and speak to a real person who will prioritise your visit and give clear advice on what to do next.
Our experienced team can help with toothaches, abscesses, broken or knocked‑out teeth, lost fillings or crowns, infections, swelling, and dental trauma. At your emergency appointment, we will first focus on getting you comfortable, then carry out a thorough examination to identify the cause of the problem. We will explain your options in plain language and provide immediate treatment where possible, such as dressings, antibiotics, temporary or permanent repairs, or planning more advanced care.
Located on Lockyer Road, just off Mutley Plain and close to free parking at Mutley Barracks, we are easy to reach from across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall, even at short notice. If you need an emergency dentist in Plymouth and want fast, private care from an experienced team, call us now to book your same‑day emergency appointment.
- Open to non-registered patients (No referral needed).
- Private emergency dentist service.
- Nervous patients welcome. We can give you “Laughing Gas” (a mixture of Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide) to help you relax, or Intravenous Sedation (IV) if needed.
Opening Times
Mon: 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Tue: 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Wed: 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Thu: 8:00 am – 5:15 pm
Fri: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sat / Sun: Closed
Emergency Dental Treatments Overview
- Emergency root canal therapy to save your tooth
- Tooth extraction if it isn’t possible to save
- Draining an abscess and prescribing antibiotics
- We also provide urgent care for broken teeth, lost fillings, chipped front teeth, and snapped brace wires
- Re-cementing loose crowns or bridges
- Composite bonding repair for chipped front teeth
- Broken Veneer repairs
- Cosmetic emergencies
Emergency Dentist FAQ
How quickly can I get an emergency dental appointment in Plymouth?
If you are experiencing a severe toothache, bleeding, or facial swelling, we offer same-day emergency dental appointments at our Plymouth clinic.
Located on Lockyer Road, just off Mutley Plain, we strive to see urgent cases promptly.
Simply call our reception team on 01752 662929, and we will find the earliest available slot to provide you with immediate pain relief.
Do I need to be a registered patient to use your emergency dentist service?
Not at all. We welcome non-registered patients from across Britain’s Ocean City—including Plympton, Plymstock, Derriford, and Stoke Village—as well as those travelling in from Saltash, Torpoint, or Ivybridge.
No referral is necessary to access our private emergency care. Contact us directly to book your visit.
How much does a private emergency dental appointment cost?
Our private emergency dental appointments start from £150. This price covers the initial clinical assessment by our Principal Dentist, Dr Lenore Bronkhorst, as well as the immediate steps needed to diagnose your issue and stabilise your pain.
If further treatments, such as an emergency root canal or an extraction, are required, we will always provide a transparent breakdown of any additional fees before proceeding.
What is classed as a dental emergency?
A dental emergency usually means severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, major trauma or signs of spreading infection.
Examples include a knocked‑out or badly broken tooth, facial or jaw swelling, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or pain so severe it affects sleep and daily activities.
Fever, spreading redness and pus around a tooth or gums are also warning signs that need urgent assessment.
Why is my tooth throbbing, but no pain?
A “throbbing” or pulsing sensation without actual pain can be due to increased blood flow, pressure from gums or jaw muscles, sinus issues or early‑stage dental problems.
However, throbbing can be an early sign of pulp or gum inflammation, so if it persists more than a couple of days, or is accompanied by sensitivity or swelling, you should seek a dental assessment.
I’m a nervous patient with a dental emergency. What are my options?
We specialise in treating nervous and dental-phobic patients in a calm, welcoming environment.
We offer highly effective sedation options, including “Laughing Gas” (a mixture of Oxygen and Nitrous Oxide) or Intravenous (IV) Sedation, to ensure you feel completely relaxed and at ease whilst receiving your urgent treatment.
I’ve chipped my front tooth. Can you fix this the same day?
Yes, we handle cosmetic dental emergencies rapidly. If you have a chipped or broken front tooth, we can frequently use composite bonding to restore your smile seamlessly in a single visit.
For more extensive damage, we utilise our state-of-the-art CEREC porcelain milling machine, enabling us to create and fit a permanent ceramic crown or veneer in under an hour.
Can you prescribe antibiotics for a tooth infection or dental abscess?
Absolutely. If you present with a dental abscess or a severe infection, our first priority is to drain the infection and relieve your pain.
We are fully equipped to dispense antibiotics directly on-site at our practice, saving you a trip to a local pharmacy and ensuring you can start your medication straight away.
What should I do if a dental crown or veneer falls out?
A lost crown or bridge can leave your underlying tooth incredibly sensitive and vulnerable to damage. Please keep the restoration safe and contact us immediately.
We can frequently re-cement loose crowns or bridges during a brief emergency appointment.
If your veneer or crown is broken, our in-house CEREC technology allows us to mill a precise, beautiful replacement while you wait.
How long does a toothache last without treatment?
The duration varies with the cause. Minor gum irritation may settle in a day or two, but a toothache from decay or infection often persists or worsens without treatment.
Guidance suggests seeing a dentist if pain lasts more than 2 days, is not relieved by painkillers, or is associated with swelling, fever or difficulty opening your mouth.
An untreated toothache can last weeks, and pain that suddenly disappears may indicate nerve death rather than true healing.
How do you tell the difference between a tooth infection and nerve pain?
Tooth infections (abscesses) often cause constant, throbbing pain, swelling, tenderness on biting, a bad taste and sometimes fever or swollen lymph nodes.
Nerve‑related pain may be sharp, shooting or temperature‑sensitive, can radiate, and often has little or no visible swelling or systemic symptoms.
In practice, both can overlap, and only a dentist using X‑rays and tests can confirm the exact cause.
Are you open for emergency dental treatments at weekends?
Our standard clinic hours are Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 5:15 pm, and Friday from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Whilst we are closed on Saturdays and Sundays, we highly recommend calling our clinic as soon as the lines open on Monday morning to secure one of our reserved same-day emergency slots for fast, effective relief.
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How to find us
Address: 7 Lockyer Road, Plymouth, PL3 4RL
From Manadon roundabout: Take Mannamead Rd (B3250) to Mutley. Go around The Hyde Park Inn onto Wilderness Rd and then Lockyer Road.
From Drake Circus in the city centre: Go up North Hill (B3250) and across Mutley Plain into Wilderness Rd and then Lockyer Road.
From Laira Bridge: Continue onto Embankment Rd. At Cattedown roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Tothill Rd/B3238. Then continue straight onto Mutley Plain/B3250, into Wilderness Rd, and then onto Lockyer Road.
If using public transport, there are several bus stops across Mutley Plain, serving routes into and out of Plymouth city centre.
There is on-street parking available outside our premises Mon–Fri except between 3–4pm when it’s permit-only.
We’re roughly 100 metres from Mutley Plain, which has Mutley Barracks and Napier Terrace car parks, both offering 2 hours of free parking.