Emergency Dentist in Singapore — Same-Day Care When You Need It Most
Dental emergencies can be frightening, painful, and disruptive — especially when they strike without warning. If you’re searching for an emergency dentist near me in Singapore, Dentalis offers same-day emergency dental appointments whenever possible, providing immediate relief for toothaches, tooth abscess, cracked or chipped tooth, swelling, injuries and urgent dental concerns. Here, emergency care is delivered with calm, clarity, and clinical precision — all from our serene, design-led shophouse space in Tanjong Pagar.
When You Should See an Emergency Dentist Immediately
Acute Pain & Infections
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Severe or persistent toothache
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Swelling in the gums, cheek or jaw
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Tooth abscess or abscessed tooth
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Sharp pain when biting or chewing
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Worsening sensitivity to hot/cold
Broken or Damaged Teeth
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Cracked tooth or chipped tooth
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Knocked-out tooth (time-sensitive: <60 minutes)
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Loose adult teeth
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Fractured fillings
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Broken crowns, broken bridges
Emergency Conditions
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Tooth abscess (severe infection under the tooth or gumline)
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Root canal emergency (infection or nerve inflammation requiring urgent care)
Soft Tissue & Traumatic Injuries
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Injuries from falls or sports
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Cuts to lips, gums or inner cheeks
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Loose or broken veneers
Prosthetic Emergencies
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Broken dentures
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Lost dentures
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Loose bridges or sharp edges causing discomfort
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Broken crowns
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Broken or debonded veneers (cosmetic emergency)
Wisdom Tooth Flare-Ups
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Wisdom tooth pain from erupting or infected wisdom teeth
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Pain or swelling from impacted wisdom teeth
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Infection under the gum flap
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Difficulty opening the mouth
If you're unsure whether it's urgent, WhatsApp us — we’ll assess immediately.
How We Manage Dental Emergencies at Dentalis
1. Pain Relief First
Local anaesthesia and gentle, controlled techniques to help you feel comfortable quickly.
2. Rapid Clinical Assessment
Digital X-rays and 3D scans (where appropriate) for fast, accurate diagnosis.
3. Immediate Treatment or Stabilisation
Depending on your condition, treatment may include:
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Root canal emergency treatment for severe infections and deep decay
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Bonding or coverage for chipped or cracked teeth
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Abscess drainage
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Splinting for loose teeth
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Emergency wisdom tooth surgery
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Extraction (only if necessary)
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Repairs for cracked veneers, crowns, bridges, or dentures
4. A Clear, Calm Plan Forward
You’ll leave with clear next steps, medication support, and aftercare instructions — with no rushing.
If You Are Experiencing a Serious Emergency
Some situations require hospital care, not a clinic.
Seek urgent medical attention if you have:
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Uncontrolled bleeding
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Rapidly spreading facial swelling
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High fever
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Difficulty breathing or swallowing
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Suspected jaw fracture
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Severe facial trauma
Go directly to:
NDCS Emergency Dental Services
NUH COHS Urgent Care Clinic
This protects patient safety and also ensures regulatory compliance.
Why Choose Dentalis for Emergency Dental Care?
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Same-day appointments whenever possible
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Calm, anxiety-aware environment ideal for stressful situations
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Digital dentistry for fast, accurate diagnosis
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25+ years of clinical experience under Dr Jonathan Liu
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Medisave & CHAS-supported treatment (where applicable)
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Convenient Tanjong Pagar location near Maxwell & Outram MRT
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Heritage shophouse space designed to soothe, not overwhelm
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