Dentists in Brighton for Adults and Children

If you need an emergency dentist in Brighton for a toothache, broken or chipped tooth, lost filling or crown, dental abscess or facial swelling, call our clinic. We keep time for urgent dental care where possible and can arrange same-day appointments (subject to availability). We assess your symptoms, explain options, for example, temporary stabilisation or further treatment if clinically indicated, and outline costs before proceeding. Serving Brighton and nearby suburbs including Sandgate, Deagon, Bracken Ridge, Shorncliffe and Bald Hills.

If you have severe facial swelling, difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding or trauma, call 000 or attend your nearest hospital emergency department.

When to contact us urgently (short list)

• Persistent toothache or sensitivity
• Swelling, gum infection or abscess
• Broken/chipped tooth or sharp edges
• Lost filling/crown or broken temporary
• Knocked-out tooth (time-sensitive)

Emergency dental services available at our Brighton dental practice

• Tooth extractions are performed when a tooth cannot be saved due to severe decay, infection, or trauma
• Wisdom tooth extraction involves removal of the third molars located at the back of the mouth when causing pain or overcrowding
• Root canal treatment is required when the tooth’s nerve becomes infected or severely damaged due to deep decay or injury
• Emergency fillings replace lost or damaged fillings to protect the tooth structure and reduce sensitivity
• Crown repairs address broken or dislodged dental crowns that protect weakened teeth
• Abscess treatment manages infected tissue around the tooth root that causes swelling and severe pain
• Trauma management addresses injuries to teeth and surrounding tissues from accidents or sports injuries
• Pain relief procedures provide immediate management of acute dental pain through appropriate clinical intervention
• Emergency denture repairs restore function to damaged partial or complete dentures
• Soft tissue injuries treat cuts, lacerations, or damage to gums, lips, and mouth tissues

Disclaimer: Treatment outcomes may vary between individuals. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. All treatment options, risks, and costs will be discussed during consultation. Emergency appointments are subject to availability. For life-threatening conditions including severe facial swelling, difficulty breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, contact emergency services immediately. This practice operates under AHPRA guidelines and Australian dental treatment standards.

Emergency dental treatment costs at our Brighton practice

Consultation and assessment

• Emergency consultation – $250 per appointment

Treatment fees

• Tooth extraction – $190 per tooth
• Root canal therapy – from $700 (varies by tooth complexity)
• Emergency filling – fees vary depending on size and material required
• Crown repair or replacement – quote provided following clinical assessment
• Abscess drainage – included in consultation fee when performed during emergency visit
• Pain management injection – included in consultation fee

Payment and billing information

• Fees are payable at time of service
• Health fund rebates may apply depending on your level of cover
• Payment plans available for extensive treatment
• No gap payments for some health fund members (conditions apply)

Fee schedule current as of 2025. All fees are indicative and subject to clinical assessment. Final treatment costs will be confirmed following examination and may vary based on individual clinical requirements, complexity, and materials used. Additional procedures or appointments may incur separate charges. Health fund benefits and payment plan eligibility are subject to individual circumstances and approval. This fee information does not constitute a treatment quote or guarantee of final costs.