Emergency dentists in Portsmouth

10 dental practices in Portsmouth list emergency appointments. If you have severe pain, bleeding, or a knocked-out tooth, call ahead — most practices will fit urgent cases in on the same day. The list below shows practices that explicitly offer emergency care.

10 Emergency providers
£60 average listed price

Top Emergency providers in Portsmouth

Ranked by patient mentions of Emergency in reviews, overall rating, and review volume. Practices marked with a quote contain direct patient experiences with this treatment.

  1. ★★★★★ 4.7 (210 reviews)

    93 High St, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3AZ, PO6 3AZ

    Private Emergency Appointments
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    Hygienist
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Friendly staff
    • Gentle dentist
    • Clear explanations
    • Efficient service
  2. ★★★★★ 4.9 (309 reviews)

    307 Copnor Rd, Portsmouth PO3 5EG, PO3 5EG

    Private Invisalign Provider
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    Check-up
    £75
    Hygienist
    £90
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Friendly team
    • Gentle care
    • Clear explanations
    • Great with nervous patients
  3. ★★★★★ 4.9 (285 reviews)

    4 Lower Drayton Ln, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 2HA, PO6 2HA

    Private Invisalign Provider
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    Check-up
    £80
    Hygienist
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Friendly reception staff
    • Gentle hygienist
    • Explains procedures clearly
    • Puts nervous patients at ease
  4. ★★★★★ 4.7 (238 reviews)

    200 London Rd, Hilsea, Portsmouth PO2 9JE, PO2 9JE

    Private Emergency Appointments
    Prices from
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    Hygienist
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Friendly staff
    • Great with nervous patients
    • Professional service
    • Gentle hygienist
  5. ★★★★★ 4.5 (41 reviews)

    194A Havant Rd, Drayton, Portsmouth PO6 2EH, PO6 2EH

    Private Emergency Appointments
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    Check-up
    £71
    Hygienist
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Friendly staff
    • Great for anxious patients
    • Gentle hygienist
    • Good communication
  6. ★★★☆☆ 3.2 (134 reviews)

    Hanway Rd, Portsmouth PO1 4ND, PO1 4ND

    Private NHS Invisalign Provider
    Prices from
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    £45
    Hygienist
    Patients say
    Likes most
    • Professional staff
    • Gentle dentists
    • Good communication
    • Emergency care
    Worth knowing
    • Phone hard to reach
    • Appointment cancellations
  7. ★★★☆☆ 3.3 (24 reviews)

    84 Northern Rd, Cosham, Portsmouth PO6 3ER, PO6 3ER

    Private Emergency Appointments
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    Hygienist

Frequently asked questions

What counts as a dental emergency?

A dental emergency includes severe toothache that paracetamol/ibuprofen won't control, swelling of the face or jaw, a knocked-out adult tooth (best chance of saving it is within 1 hour), uncontrolled bleeding after an extraction, and trauma to the teeth or jaw. If you have facial swelling spreading to your eye or neck, go to A&E — that's a medical emergency.

How much does an emergency dental appointment cost in Portsmouth?

Private emergency appointments in Portsmouth typically cost £75–£150 for the assessment, with treatment (extraction, temporary filling, root canal start) charged separately. NHS emergency dental treatment falls under Band 1 (£27.90) — but availability is very limited.

Can I get an NHS emergency dentist in Portsmouth?

NHS 111 can refer you to an emergency NHS dentist if one is available — call them first. Some practices in Portsmouth also offer NHS emergency slots, but availability is extremely limited and often booked days in advance. Most patients with urgent issues end up paying for private emergency care.

What should I do for tooth pain before I can see a dentist?

Take paracetamol and ibuprofen alternating (if you can take both — check with a pharmacist), apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek for swelling, rinse with warm salt water (1 tsp salt in a cup of water), and avoid very hot/cold food. Don't put aspirin directly on the tooth — it burns the gum. If pain is severe or you're developing facial swelling, seek same-day care.

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