Emergency Dentist in Dubai: 24/7 Clinics, Costs & What to Do

Dental Emergency in Dubai? Here's What to Do

Dental emergencies don't wait for business hours. Whether it's a knocked-out tooth, severe toothache, or a broken crown at 2 AM, Dubai has several 24/7 dental clinics and emergency services available year-round.

Emergency Dental Costs in Dubai

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Emergency consultation	200 – 500
Temporary filling	300 – 600
Abscess drainage	500 – 1,000
Re-cementation (crown/bridge)	200 – 500
Emergency root canal	2,500 – 5,000
Splinting (loose tooth)	500 – 1,500
After-hours surcharge	50% – 100% extra

Note: Many clinics charge a premium for after-hours and weekend emergencies, typically 50-100% above regular rates.

Common Dental Emergencies & First Aid

Knocked-Out Tooth

Time is critical — you have about 30 minutes.

Pick up the tooth by the crown (white part), never the root

If dirty, rinse gently with milk or saline — don't scrub

Try to place it back in the socket and bite down gently on a cloth

If you can't reinsert it, keep it in milk or between your cheek and gum

Get to a dentist within 30 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth

Severe Toothache

Rinse with warm salt water

Take ibuprofen (NOT aspirin, which can increase bleeding)

Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek

Don't place aspirin directly on the gum — this causes chemical burns

See a dentist as soon as possible

Broken or Chipped Tooth

Rinse your mouth with warm water

If bleeding, apply gauze for 10 minutes

Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling

Save any broken pieces

Cover sharp edges with dental wax or sugar-free gum temporarily

Lost Crown or Filling

If you have the crown, try to slip it back over the tooth using denture adhesive or toothpaste as temporary cement

Don't use regular glue

Avoid chewing on that side

See a dentist within 24-48 hours

Abscess (Swelling with Pus)

This is serious — infection can spread.

Rinse with mild salt water several times a day

Take over-the-counter pain medication

Don't try to drain it yourself

See a dentist or visit an emergency room immediately

When to Go to the Hospital Instead

Go to the nearest hospital emergency room (not a dental clinic) if:

You have uncontrolled bleeding that won't stop after 20 minutes of pressure

You have facial swelling affecting breathing or swallowing

You have a jaw fracture (unable to open or close your mouth)

You've had trauma to the face/head with possible concussion

Major hospitals with dental emergency support:

Dubai Health Authority hospitals (Rashid Hospital, Dubai Hospital)

Mediclinic City Hospital

American Hospital Dubai

Insurance Coverage for Dental Emergencies

Most Dubai health insurance plans cover emergency dental treatment, including:

Emergency consultation and X-rays

Emergency extractions

Treatment to relieve acute pain

Check your policy for: Annual limits, co-payment amounts, and whether you need pre-authorization. In a true emergency, most insurers allow you to seek treatment first and file claims later.

Tips for Tourists with Dental Emergencies

Keep your travel insurance details handy — most policies cover emergency dental up to a limit

Call your hotel concierge — they often have contacts with English-speaking dentists

Bring your dental records if you're traveling for dental treatment

DHA-licensed clinics are regulated — look for the DHA license number displayed in the clinic

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