Emergency Dental Care FAQs
What qualifies as a dental emergency?
Dental emergencies requiring immediate care: severe toothache/pain, knocked-out tooth (save it in milk, see dentist within 30 minutes), broken/cracked tooth with sharp edges, abscess/swelling in gums or face, uncontrolled bleeding after extraction, lost filling/crown causing pain, jaw injury/fracture. Non-emergencies: mild toothache, lost filling without pain, chipped tooth without pain.
How much does emergency dental care cost in Qatar?
Emergency dental care costs in Qatar: Consultation/examination (QAR 300-500), Tooth extraction (QAR 500-1,500), Root canal emergency treatment (QAR 800-2,000), Temporary filling/crown (QAR 300-800), Abscess drainage (QAR 500-1,000), Re-implantation of knocked-out tooth (QAR 1,000-2,500). Prices vary by complexity. We accept insurance and offer payment plans.
What should I do if my tooth gets knocked out?
If tooth is knocked out: 1) Find the tooth immediately, 2) Hold it by the crown (top), never touch the root, 3) Rinse gently with water if dirty (don't scrub), 4) Try to re-insert it in the socket if possible, 5) If can't re-insert, store in milk or saliva (not water), 6) See dentist within 30 minutes for best chance of saving tooth. Success rate: 90% if treated within 30 minutes, drops to 50% after 2 hours.
How can I stop a toothache at home before seeing the dentist?
Temporary toothache relief: Take over-the-counter pain medication (ibuprofen 400mg every 6 hours), rinse with warm salt water (1 tsp salt in 8oz water), apply cold compress to cheek (20 minutes on/off), avoid hot/cold/sweet foods, sleep with head elevated. DO NOT: put aspirin directly on tooth/gums (causes burns), use heat (increases swelling), ignore severe pain. See dentist ASAP - home remedies are temporary only.
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
Yes! We offer same-day emergency appointments 6 days a week (Saturday-Thursday, 9 AM-9 PM). Call +974 3382 3222 immediately for emergencies. Our dentists will assess your condition over the phone and schedule you within 1-2 hours. For after-hours emergencies (Friday or late night), call our emergency line for guidance. We prioritize dental emergencies over routine appointments.
Emergency Services & Pricing
Severe Toothache
Immediate pain relief and diagnosis of underlying cause
QAR 300-800
Knocked-Out Tooth
Emergency re-implantation within 30 minutes for best results
QAR 1,000-2,500
Broken/Cracked Tooth
Temporary or permanent repair to prevent further damage
QAR 500-2,000
Dental Abscess
Drainage and antibiotic treatment to prevent infection spread
QAR 500-1,500
Lost Filling/Crown
Temporary or permanent replacement to protect exposed tooth
QAR 300-1,200
Jaw Injury
X-ray and treatment for jaw fractures or dislocations
QAR 500-2,000