A dental crown can come loose or fall off for a number of reasons — weakened cement, decay beneath the crown, biting on hard foods, or simple wear over time. When a crown is lost, the underlying tooth stump is left exposed, vulnerable to sensitivity, fracture, and bacterial contamination. Lost crown replacement should be treated as an urgent matter to protect the prepared tooth and avoid more costly treatment later.
At Secrets Dental & Medical Centre, our approach to lost crown replacement depends on the condition of both the crown and the underlying tooth:
If your crown has fallen off, keep it safe and bring it with you to your appointment. Avoid eating on the affected side and do not try to re-cement it yourself with household adhesives, as these can damage the tooth and make professional re-cementation more difficult. Call us on 01704 607 125 for a same-day lost crown replacement appointment.
A broken denture is more than an inconvenience — it can prevent you from eating, speaking, and going about your daily life with confidence. Emergency denture repair at Secrets Dental & Medical Centre is often completed the same day, thanks to our in-house dental laboratory located at the same Birkdale premises.
Common denture problems we repair on an emergency basis include:
For straightforward emergency denture repair such as a clean break or a lost tooth, our laboratory can often complete the repair while you wait or within a few hours. More complex repairs or relines may require leaving the denture with us for a short time. We understand how important your denture is to you and prioritise getting it back to you as quickly as possible.
Important: Do not try to repair a broken denture yourself with superglue or household adhesives. These products are not safe for use in the mouth and can make professional repair more difficult. Bring the pieces to us and let our technicians repair it properly.
An emergency dental crown may be needed when a tooth has fractured significantly, when a large filling has failed, or when a tooth is at immediate risk of further breakage. At Secrets Dental & Medical Centre, we can prepare a tooth for a crown and fit a strong temporary crown on the same day, with the permanent emergency dental crown fabricated in our on-site laboratory and fitted shortly after.
Situations that may require an emergency dental crown include:
Our in-house dental laboratory, Southport Dental Services, produces high-quality porcelain and zirconia crowns that are colour-matched to your natural teeth. Having the lab on the same premises means we can communicate directly with our technicians, ensuring the best possible fit and appearance for your emergency dental crown.
A lost filling leaves a cavity in the tooth that is open to food debris, bacteria, and temperature changes, often causing sensitivity and pain. Lost filling repair is one of the most common emergency dental repairs we perform at our Southport practice, and in most cases the tooth can be restored in a single appointment.
Fillings can be lost due to:
During your lost filling repair appointment, your dentist will examine the tooth and take X-rays if needed to check for decay or damage beneath where the filling sat. The cavity is then cleaned, any new decay is removed, and a new filling is placed. We use tooth-coloured composite resin fillings as standard, which bond directly to the tooth and provide a natural-looking, durable repair.
If the lost filling has left a large cavity, a filling alone may not provide sufficient strength. In these cases, we may recommend an onlay or crown to protect the tooth from fracture. Our in-house laboratory can fabricate these restorations quickly, reducing the time you spend with a temporary repair.
A dental bridge that has come loose, broken, or detached entirely requires urgent dental bridge repair to prevent the supporting teeth from shifting position and to restore your ability to eat and speak normally. At our Southport practice, we treat bridge failures as a priority and aim to see patients the same day.
Common reasons for needing urgent dental bridge repair include:
If your bridge has come off in one piece and both the bridge and the supporting teeth are undamaged, re-cementation may be possible during a single appointment. If there is damage to the bridge or the underlying teeth, we will assess the situation, provide a temporary solution on the day, and plan the definitive repair. Our in-house laboratory supports rapid fabrication of replacement bridges when needed.
An emergency root canal is performed when infection or inflammation inside a tooth is causing severe, unrelenting pain that requires immediate treatment. Root canal therapy removes the infected or damaged pulp tissue from inside the tooth, eliminates bacteria from the root canals, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection — all while preserving the natural tooth.
You may need an emergency root canal if you are experiencing:
At Secrets Dental & Medical Centre, emergency root canal treatment is carried out under effective local anaesthesia, ensuring you are comfortable throughout. The procedure typically takes 60 to 90 minutes for a single-rooted tooth, and may require two visits for multi-rooted teeth. After the root canal is complete, we protect the tooth with a crown — fabricated in our in-house laboratory — to restore strength and normal function.
Modern root canal treatment is far more comfortable than its reputation suggests. Most patients report that the procedure itself is no more uncomfortable than having a filling, and the relief from the pre-existing pain is immediate.
Orthodontic appliances can occasionally cause problems that need urgent attention — a broken bracket, a protruding wire digging into the cheek, a lost retainer, or a broken aligner. Emergency orthodontic care at Secrets Dental & Medical Centre addresses these issues promptly so your treatment stays on track and you are not left in discomfort.
Common emergency orthodontic care situations we handle include:
While waiting for your emergency orthodontic care appointment, you can use orthodontic wax (available from pharmacies) to cover any sharp wire ends or broken brackets that are irritating your mouth. If a wire is causing significant pain and you cannot cover it with wax, use a clean pair of nail clippers to trim the end as a temporary measure, then call us on 01704 607 125.
Emergency tooth extraction is recommended when a tooth is too damaged, decayed, or infected to be saved by any other treatment. While we always aim to preserve natural teeth wherever possible, there are situations where emergency tooth extraction is the safest and most effective option for the patient.
Common reasons for emergency tooth extraction include:
Emergency tooth extraction at our Southport practice is performed under local anaesthesia, with sedation available for anxious patients. We use gentle, controlled techniques to minimise trauma to the surrounding bone and soft tissue, which supports better healing and makes future tooth replacement with an implant or bridge easier.
After extraction, we provide detailed aftercare instructions and discuss replacement options. Our in-house laboratory can begin fabricating replacement teeth promptly, so you do not have to wait long to fill the gap.
Mouth ulcers and sore patches in the mouth can be caused by a wide range of factors, from minor irritation and ill-fitting dental appliances to viral infections, nutritional deficiencies, and autoimmune conditions. While most mouth ulcers heal on their own within one to two weeks, some require professional ulcer and sore mouth care, particularly when they are large, persistent, recurrent, or unusually painful.
At Secrets Dental & Medical Centre, our ulcer and sore mouth care service includes:
If you have a mouth ulcer or sore area that is causing significant pain, is preventing you from eating or drinking, has been present for more than three weeks, or is getting worse rather than better, contact us on 01704 607 125 for an assessment.
Our experienced clinicians are skilled in restorative, endodontic, prosthodontic, and emergency dentistry, offering the full range of repairs from re-cementing a crown to performing emergency root canal or extraction. Our in-house dental laboratory produces crowns, bridges, denture repairs, and custom restorations on-site for faster turnaround, using modern tooth-coloured composites, porcelain, and zirconia materials for natural-looking results.
As a CQC registered practice, we are regulated to the highest standards of clinical governance and patient safety. We provide transparent pricing with written cost estimates before any treatment begins, and flexible finance plans for more expensive repairs such as crowns and bridges. Sedation is available for anxious patients, and new patients are welcome without registration for emergency repair appointments.
If the original crown is undamaged and the underlying tooth is healthy, we can often re-cement your lost crown during the same appointment. If a new crown is needed, we fit a temporary crown on the day and fabricate the permanent replacement in our in-house laboratory, which is typically ready within a few days rather than the weeks it takes when using an external lab.
A straightforward lost filling repair with a composite filling is usually completed within 30 to 45 minutes in a single appointment. If the cavity is large and requires an onlay or crown instead, the first appointment will involve fitting a temporary restoration, with the final piece fitted at a follow-up visit. Our in-house lab helps keep the turnaround time short.
For straightforward emergency denture repair such as a clean break or a single lost tooth, our in-house laboratory can often complete the repair the same day, sometimes while you wait. More complex repairs may require leaving the denture with us for a few hours or overnight. We understand how essential your denture is and work to return it to you as quickly as possible.
If your bridge has come off, keep it safe and clean. Do not try to re-cement it yourself. Avoid eating on the affected side. Call us on 01704 607 125 for an urgent dental bridge repair appointment. If the bridge and the supporting teeth are in good condition, we may be able to re-cement it the same day. If there is underlying decay or damage, we will assess the situation and plan the appropriate repair.
Yes. If your usual orthodontist is unavailable and you have an orthodontic emergency such as a broken bracket, protruding wire, or lost retainer, you can contact us for emergency orthodontic care. We can address the immediate problem to relieve discomfort and protect your soft tissues. We recommend contacting your regular orthodontist as soon as possible to continue your planned treatment.
Modern emergency root canal treatment is performed under effective local anaesthesia, so the procedure itself should not be painful. Most patients report that it feels similar to having a filling. The pain you were experiencing before the root canal — caused by the infection or inflammation inside the tooth — is relieved by the treatment. Some mild tenderness for a few days after the procedure is normal and manageable with over-the-counter painkillers.
After an emergency tooth extraction, we discuss replacement options including dental implants, fixed bridges, and removable dentures. The best option depends on the location of the extracted tooth, the condition of the surrounding teeth and bone, and your budget. We can often begin planning the replacement during the extraction visit, and our in-house laboratory supports faster fabrication of bridges and dentures.
You should seek professional ulcer and sore mouth care if the ulcer has been present for more than three weeks, is larger than 1cm, is getting worse, is accompanied by other symptoms such as fever or difficulty swallowing, or if you are getting frequent recurrent ulcers. Any non-healing mouth ulcer should be assessed by a dentist to rule out more serious conditions. Call us on 01704 607 125 for an appointment.
Secrets Dental & Medical Centre is located at 147 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4NT. We are easily accessible from Southport town centre, Ainsdale, Formby, and across Merseyside.
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
