Emergency Dentist at Core Dental Caroline Springs

Dental emergencies happen without warning. At Core Dental Caroline Springs, we hold dedicated emergency appointment slots every single day — so the western Melbourne community — Caroline Springs, Taylors Lakes, Sydenham, Keilor Downs, and beyond — can access urgent dental care when they need it most.

Call us now: 13 13 16 | (03) 9363 7888

Same-Day Emergency Appointments

Core Dental Caroline Springs 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 — simply call and we'll find you the earliest available time, often the same day.

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Your dentist will assess your situation, provide immediate pain relief where possible, and recommend the right treatment path. A written, itemised quote is provided before any further work proceeds.

Dental Emergencies We Treat

Our Caroline Springs team handles urgent dental situations including:

• Severe toothache or throbbing dental pain
• Chipped, cracked, or broken tooth
• Knocked-out tooth (dental avulsion) — time-critical
• Lost or dislodged filling or crown
• Dental abscess or facial/jaw swelling
• Swollen or bleeding gums
• Broken dentures or orthodontic appliances
• Soft tissue injuries — cuts to lips, cheeks, tongue
• Dental pain following wisdom tooth eruption
• Post-extraction complications

Call 000 if you experience: Significant facial swelling, difficulty swallowing, or trouble breathing or opening your mouth. These are signs of potentially life-threatening spreading infection requiring immediate hospital treatment.

Our Clinical Team at Caroline Springs

Your emergency care is delivered by our experienced team:

• Dr Shakiba Askary (BHS, MDent, La Trobe) — speaks English and Farsi; comprehensive emergency and restorative care
• Dr Sherin Gad (BDSc, Alexandria University, Egypt, 2004; GradCert Clinical Dentistry, University of Melbourne, 2009) — speaks English and Arabic; 20+ years dental experience; consistently praised for her compassionate, calm approach — especially with anxious and nervous patients
• Dr Lana Mettmann (BDS, James Cook University) — experienced general and emergency dentist
• Dr Sara Qureshi (BHSc, MDent, La Trobe) — grew up in Caroline Springs; strong community connection; evidence-based restorative emergency care
• Dr Anika Moyeed (BHSc, MDent) — speaks English and Bengali
• Dr Ella George (BDS First Class Honours, University of Adelaide)

Specialist Paediatric Dentist Dr Angel Babu (DClinDent Paediatric Dentistry, University of Otago; former Senior Dental Registrar, Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne) consults at Caroline Springs for paediatric dental emergencies, including trauma, dental anxiety, and complex presentations. His background at the Royal Children's Hospital means children are in expert hands.

For emergencies requiring specialist endodontic, oral surgery, or maxillofacial assessment, we arrange referrals to the Collins Street Specialist Centre (CSSC) through the Smile Solutions Group specialist network.

Advanced Diagnostic Technology

Core Dental Caroline Springs is the most technologically advanced Core Dental suburban location. Our CBCT 3D imaging capability — unique among Core Dental suburban practices — is invaluable for emergency diagnosis of dental abscesses, root fractures, bone infections, and impacted wisdom teeth.

Accurate diagnosis means correct treatment from the start — avoiding unnecessary procedures and getting you out of pain faster.

Multilingual Emergency Care

Pain is harder to manage when you can't communicate clearly. Our Caroline Springs team offers emergency consultations in:

• English (all clinicians)
• Arabic (Dr Sherin Gad)
• Farsi (Dr Shakiba Askary)
• Bengali (Dr Anika Moyeed)

For western Melbourne's multicultural community, this is genuinely important — especially in an emergency.

What to Do While You Travel to Us

Knocked-out tooth: Handle by the crown, not the root. Rinse gently. Reinsert in the socket if possible; otherwise store in milk or between your cheek and gum. Call immediately — time is critical.

Toothache: Warm salt-water rinse. Paracetamol or ibuprofen as directed. Do not apply aspirin directly to the tooth or gum.

Abscess or facial swelling: Cold compress outside the face. Seek immediate care. If swelling is rapidly spreading or involves the throat, call 000.

Lost filling or crown: Temporary dental cement (pharmacy) can provide short-term protection. Avoid chewing on the affected side.

Health Fund, Accessibility and Payment

HICAPS on-site for instant health fund claiming. Payright interest-free payment plans (up to 30 months) available for treatment packages.

Free parking is available behind the practice, adjacent to CS Square shopping centre — making emergency access simple, even when you're in pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a same-day emergency appointment at Core Dental Caroline Springs? Yes — emergency slots are held daily. Call (03) 9363 7888 or 13 13 16 as early as possible. Same-day appointments are routinely available for genuine emergencies.

How much is an emergency dental consultation? Emergency consultations start from . Treatment costs are itemised and quoted in writing before any work proceeds. HICAPS on-site for instant health fund claiming.

My child has had a dental injury — can you help? Yes — call immediately on (03) 9363 7888. We treat children's dental emergencies daily, and Specialist Paediatric Dentist Dr Angel Babu is available at Caroline Springs for complex paediatric presentations including dental trauma, avulsed teeth, and dental anxiety.

Do you have parking for emergency visits? Yes — free parking is available behind the practice adjacent to CS Square. You can park and walk directly to our ground-level entrance.

Does your team speak Arabic or Farsi for emergency consultations? Yes — Dr Sherin Gad speaks Arabic and Dr Shakiba Askary speaks Farsi. Simply let us know your preferred language when you call.

What if I need specialist emergency treatment? Complex cases are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre (CSSC) — the Smile Solutions Group's specialist hub covering endodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, and prosthodontics.

• Phone: (03) 9363 7888
• National: 13 13 16
• Email: carolinesprings@coredental.com.au
• Online: coredental.com.au

224-226 Caroline Springs Blvd, Caroline Springs VIC 3023 — free parking adjacent to CS Square; 6 days a week.

Core Dental Caroline Springs — part of the Smile Solutions Group. Your Local Dental Practice.