Emergency Dentist at Core Dental Berwick

Dental pain doesn't wait for business hours. A sudden toothache, a cracked filling, a knocked-out tooth — these situations need same-day attention, not a week-long wait. Core Dental Berwick reserves dedicated emergency appointment slots every single day so that our south-east Melbourne community can access urgent dental care when they need it.

Call us now: 13 13 16 | (03) 9132 4160

Same-Day Emergency Appointments

Core Dental Berwick is open Monday to Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–1:30 pm. Emergency appointments are available daily — no referral required. Call us and our team will find the earliest available time, often on the same day.

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Your dentist will assess your pain, provide immediate relief where possible, and recommend the right treatment. A written, itemised quote is provided before any additional work proceeds. You're never pressured into same-day treatment decisions.

What We Treat

Our Berwick team handles the full range of dental emergencies:

• Severe or throbbing toothache
• Chipped, cracked, or broken tooth
• Knocked-out tooth — time-critical, act immediately
• Lost filling or crown
• Dental abscess or facial/jaw swelling
• Bleeding or swollen gums
• Broken dentures or damaged orthodontic appliances
• Swollen jaw or face
• Soft tissue injuries — cuts to lips, cheeks, tongue
• Post-extraction complications (dry socket, bleeding)

When to call 000 instead of us: Significant facial swelling, difficulty swallowing, or trouble breathing or opening the mouth indicate a potentially life-threatening spreading infection. Go directly to an emergency department or call 000.

Our Clinical Team at Berwick

Berwick is Core Dental's most established location — open for over 10 years and trusted by generations of south-east Melbourne families:

• Dr Ivy Jin (BHSc Dent, MDent, La Trobe) — speaks English and Mandarin Chinese; experienced in family emergency care
• Dr Chelsea Nguyen (BHSc Dent, MDent, La Trobe) — known for her gentle, compassionate approach; highly rated by anxious patients
• Dr Evan Gai (BDSc Hons, University of Queensland) — special interest in oral surgery and dental implants; experienced with complex dental trauma

Specialist Paediatric Dentist Dr Sarah Scott (BBiomedSci Hons, BDent University of Sydney; DClinDent Paediatric Dentistry, University of Melbourne) also consults at Berwick — bringing specialist-level expertise for children's dental emergencies, trauma, and complex paediatric presentations.

For emergencies requiring specialist input beyond our scope, we arrange fast referrals to the Collins Street Specialist Centre (CSSC) — the Smile Solutions Group's specialist hub for endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, and prosthodontics.

What to Do While You Wait for Your Appointment

Knocked-out tooth: Pick up by the crown (not the root), rinse gently, reinsert in the socket if possible. If not, store in milk or between your cheek and gum. Call us immediately — every minute counts for tooth survival.

Toothache: Rinse with warm salt water. Ibuprofen or paracetamol (as directed) can provide temporary relief. Do not place aspirin directly on the tooth or gum. Call us.

Lost filling or crown: Temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can protect the exposed area temporarily. Avoid chewing on the affected side until seen.

Swelling or abscess: Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Do not apply heat. Do not ignore worsening swelling — see us or call 000 if rapidly spreading.

The Berwick Experience

Core Dental Berwick goes beyond standard emergency care. Our patients recover in Netflix-equipped chairs with soft warm blankets available, in an environment designed to reduce anxiety — scented candles, Sonos music, warm lighting. Because even emergency care should feel as comfortable as possible.

Extended appointment slots mean we never rush your emergency assessment. Our team takes the time to explain your options clearly and compassionately — something our patients consistently praise in their reviews.

Health Fund and Payment

Emergency consultations and associated treatments are commonly covered by private health insurance. HICAPS on-site for instant claiming. Core Dental Berwick is a preferred provider for CBHS, HCF, and NIB — higher rebates for patients with these funds.

Payright interest-free payment plans available for emergency treatment packages (up to 30 months).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a same-day emergency appointment at Core Dental Berwick? Yes — we hold dedicated emergency appointment time every day. Call (03) 9132 4160 or 13 13 16. Early morning calls give the best chance of a same-day slot.

How much does an emergency dental appointment cost? Emergency consultations start from . This covers assessment and initial pain relief. Any further treatment is quoted in writing before proceeding. HICAPS on-site for instant health fund claiming.

My child has had a dental injury — can you see them today? Yes. Contact us immediately on (03) 9132 4160 or 13 13 16. We treat children's dental emergencies with priority, and Specialist Paediatric Dentist Dr Sarah Scott consults at Berwick for complex paediatric cases.

My denture has broken and I have a social event this week. Can you help? Yes — broken dentures are a dental emergency. Contact us and we'll do our best to assess and repair or rebase your denture as quickly as possible.

Do I need health insurance for emergency dental care? No — we treat all patients regardless of health fund status. Emergency consultations from . Payright interest-free plans available for treatment costs.

Getting to Core Dental Berwick

Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806 — Eden Rise Village shopping precinct. Parking at Eden Rise. Approximately 15 minutes' walk from Berwick Station; bus services on High Street.

• Phone: (03) 9132 4160
• National: 13 13 16
• Email: berwick@coredental.com.au
• Online: coredental.com.au

Core Dental Berwick — part of the Smile Solutions Group. Over 10 years serving the Berwick community.