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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

Lost tooth? Act quick!

Losing a tooth is a scary experience, but it's not uncommon. Whether you have lost a tooth from a sports injury, an accident, or other facial trauma, knocking a tooth out can be painful and overwhelming. In the event of a tooth being knocked out, it's important to know what steps to take and act quickly.

Here are some things you should do if you have knocked a tooth out:

  1. Pick it - If you are able to find the tooth, pick it up by the top part of the tooth (the crown). Avoid touching the root as this can damage the cells that aid in re-attachment.
  2. Lick it - If the tooth is dirty, either lick it to clean with your saliva or rinse under cold water for no longer than 10 seconds.
  3. Stick it - try to put the tooth back into position and gently bite down on some tissue.
  4. If you are struggling to re-place the tooth in the gum, gently place and store the tooth in a glass of milk.
  5. Book an emergency appointment and visit a dentist as soon as possible. Time is of essence when re-attaching a knocked out tooth.

Baby teeth

If you have lost a baby tooth, do not put this back into the gum. You could damage the tooth growing underneath. If you are concerned about the lost tooth or experiencing pain, book an appointment to see your Hadleigh Dental Surgery dentist ASAP.

If you are not sure if its a baby tooth or adult tooth, place it in milk and take it along to an emergency appointment with your Hadleigh Dental Surgery dentists ASAP.

What the dentist will do

If you put the tooth back in, we will check it's in the right place and move it if they need to.

If you brought the tooth in milk, your dentist will clean it and put it back in.

We'll then fix the tooth to the teeth either side of it to hold it in place (known as splinting). You'll probably then need to come back after a couple of weeks to have the splint removed.

If you cannot find the tooth or your dentist is not able to save it, it can normally be replaced with a false tooth.

Emergency dental appointments

If you have knocked a tooth out, it is important to get emergency dental treatment ASAP. Contact Hadleigh Dental Surgery on 01473 823092 as soon as possible and explain what has happened. For out of hours emergency dental care in Hadleigh, give us a call on the usual number and follow the instructions.

At you emergency appointment your dentist will assess you and may treat any facial injury. However, treatment may be limited if there is any bruising or bleeding. They may take x-rays and will check if the tooth has been re-implanted successfully. You will probably need more appointments for follow-up treatment.

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If you have a suffered a knocked out tooth in Hadleigh or surrounding areas, call us immediately on 01473 823092.

To find out more or learn how to best manage any related dental pain, visit Dental Trauma UK.

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Hadleigh Dental Surgery. 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

1002 Reviews

5.0

28th November 2025

have had a number of terrible dental experiences before coming to my current dentist at your practice. In the past when I was working and could not attend a daytime appointment I was offered an evening appointment. the dentist I am seeing is aware that I am a nervous patient, explains everything and is very calming. I have had no subsequent problems with any treatment carried out at your surgery. I will continue to use your practice even though I have to travel some distance.

28th November 2025

Hadleigh Dental Surgery are fantastic. They are excellent at providing dental care, the surgery is very well managed, the staff are friendly and kind and I am so pleased that we have found such a wonderful surgery.

27th November 2025

Highly skilled people who are people centric.

27th November 2025

Always seen on time by competent dentist and hygienist.

27th November 2025

Mr Singh is a very good dentist backed up with good staff.

27th November 2025

At my appointment Mr Wilson quickly discovered that I needed to have a back tooth extraction. He was very busy but quickly asked another dentist at the practise to carry out the procedure. I had to return to the surgery an hour later . Mr Patel was brilliant and quickly removed my tooth . Thankyou to you both

27th November 2025

That personal touch even from passing Dr's

27th November 2025

Very professional excellent at putting patients at ease, the whole practice is a joy to deal with, we live nearly 2 hours away but still continue to use this practice as we are very satisfied with all aspects of the way we are treated.

27th November 2025

I had been rereferred from my dentist and found the team extremely helpful. The reception team contacted me in good time to arrange the consultation and they were helpful and friendly when we attended the clinic. The dentist who saw me for my consultation shared everything clearly and explained my options based on his assessment. The result was that I needed an extraction as soon as possible and this was arranged for a week later. On the day the extraction was completed by Mr Vin Singh and he was excellent. He took so much time explaining what as needed and what he would be doing, listened to any concerns and shared what I would need to do before and after the treatment. I didn't feel a thing and the treatment went really well, exactly as he suggested, putting my mind at ease. It was refreshing to feel so confident when having such a treatment. I can only thank the team for their help.

26th November 2025

Rachel is very calming … approachable and so gentle … my fear of dentists is vastly reduced

26th November 2025

Every thing is always explained fully ,treated kindly

26th November 2025

Clean, hygienic surgery. Appointments always on time. Experienced surgery staff. Clean, comfortable waiting room. Able to make follow up appointments easily.

25th November 2025

All staff are friendly and helpful,appointments start promptly and I always leave knowing the plan for any further treatment

25th November 2025

I came for a dental clean and the nurse was very experienced and efficient.

25th November 2025

Have been visiting this practice for many years. Never had any issues.

23rd November 2025

Always very happy with every aspect of treatment at the Hadleigh Surgery. Philip Wilson, you are not allowed to retire or pre-decease me, there's no other dentist I would value or trust!

21st November 2025

Everything

21st November 2025

I have been a patient at the surgery for years. I trust in the capability and experience of the clinicians to treat me and my oral care well, making interventions as appropriate. I feel at ease and comfortable asking questions.

20th November 2025

I’ve had twelve months of heavy treatment with multiple extractions culminating in two implants. Although somewhat traumatic the two partners have been fantastic in helping me through this ordeal. For which I can’t thank them enough.

20th November 2025

I am nervous of dentists. Mr Patel and his team and the hygienists are very patient and do their best to put me at ease. I am confident that the treatment t I have received from Mr Patel for my crown is of highest quality. I feel safe and that the team is highly professional.

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