Emergency dental care

Need urgent dental care?

Serving East Sussex and Crowborough and surrounding areas.

Call us now on 01892 652377 to arrange an emergency appointment and speak directly with our team.

Whether you are registered with us, new to the practice, or just visiting the area, all patients are welcome.

We prioritise patients in pain and will always aim to offer the earliest available appointment.


We can help with:

  • Toothache    
  • Broken teeth  
  • Lost fillings or crowns  
  • Swelling or infection  
  • Dental trauma  


What should you do if you have tooth pain?

If you're experiencing dental pain: 

  •  Call us as soon as possible so we can advise you 
  •  Avoid chewing on the affected area 
  •  Take over-the-counter pain relief if appropriate 
  •  Seek urgent care if swelling or severe pain develops 

 We will always aim to see you as quickly as possible and guide you on the next steps.


dental pain? We're here to help.

FAQS

No, we welcome both registered and non-registered patients for emergency appointments.

The cost of an emergency dental appointment can be found on our fees page. The cost of your dental treatment can vary depending on the problem and any treatment required.

 We will always explain any costs clearly before starting treatment.

We aim to provide immediate relief and may begin treatment during your emergency appointment. However, some treatments may require a follow-up visit depending on complexity.

No, a dental infection will not go away without treatment. While symptoms may temporarily improve, the infection will remain. Our dentists can give you full detailed advice during your appointment.

If you experience pain, trauma, swelling, or damage to a tooth, contact the practice as soon as possible. Our team will assess your situation and arrange an urgent appointment where needed.

During your appointment, the dentist will:

  • Examine the problem
  • Identify the cause
  • Relieve pain where possible
  • Explain your options

The priority is to get you comfortable and stabilise the issue.

Tooth pain can feel worse at night because lying down increases blood flow to the head, which can increase pressure in the affected tooth. There are also fewer distractions, making the pain feel more intense.

Why choose us for urgent dental care?

• Experienced and supportive clinicians  

• Calm, patient-focused approach  

• Clear and transparent pricing  

• Focus on getting you out of pain quickly  

Why choose us for emergency dental care?

In pain? Let’s get it sorted.

Call us now on 01892 652377 to arrange your appointment and speak directly with our team.

We’ll assess the problem, explain your options clearly, and help you move forward with the right treatment. We prioritise patients in discomfort and will always aim to offer the earliest available appointment. If you have reached us outside of our opening hours, please complete the form below and we will contact you as soon as possible.

Reached us outside of our opening hours? Request an emergency appointment using the form below.

If you have reached us outside of our opening hours, please complete the form below and we will get in touch as soon as possible.

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Durban Dental Centre. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

967 Reviews

5.0

28th April 2026

Dentist very helpful and explained everything and the dental nurse also.

28th April 2026

I have been a patient for many years , service and treatment always excellent

27th April 2026

excellent all round

27th April 2026

Expert treatment and helpful and kind manner.

26th April 2026

Friendly helpful reception staff. Pleasant surroundings putting you at ease. Excellent treatment.

25th April 2026

Staff always friendly and helpful on reception.Ahmet Binger my dentist is the best , highly skilled and efficient . Always impressed.

24th April 2026

Ashly is a superb dentist the best there is and his nurses are always helpful and friendly

24th April 2026

Dr Ashley Sim is an exceptional dentist and he is the reason I give such high feedback. He is the epitome of professionalism. The value he adds to this practice is beyond measure! I recommend Dr Sim to all my friends and neighbours.

21st April 2026

I have always been to this dental surgery and have always received the best treatment. They have always given me options where necessary. Check ups with the dentist and hygienist have always been thorough. Everyone at Durban make your experience relaxing.

18th April 2026

I have been attending Durban Dental surgery for a number of years. Both Christine and Ahmet are brilliant! I would highly recommend as a direct result of my experience with them.

17th April 2026

Professional service always helps.

16th April 2026

Ashley Sim was friendly, professional, and very thorough.Above all, he was honest and made me feel that I was valued, which in turn made me inclined to trust him and the practice.

16th April 2026

Really nice staff.Clean practice Always able to get an appointment that fits around work

15th April 2026

Very happy with our dental surgeon Ahmet.

15th April 2026

I think the service the dental gave was excellent. The staff there are always so friendly & professional. I was checked on throughout my procedure.

15th April 2026

Everybody was very helpful and caring.

14th April 2026

Ash is the consummate professional and I rate him very highly.I like the fact that he builds a relationship with his patients.

14th April 2026

Friendly and efficient staff and the hygienist and dentist were professional and carried out work effectively and comfortably

14th April 2026

Kind, supportive friendly staff

14th April 2026

Everyone does their job properly and Jacob explains things clearly.

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