Pain that is severe, getting worse, or stops you sleeping or eating.
A swollen gum or face, a possible abscess or signs of infection.
A chipped, broken or knocked-out tooth.
A lost crown, bridge or filling that is painful or leaves the tooth exposed.
A knocked-out adult tooth needs a dentist straight away. Do not wait for a routine appointment. Our dental emergency guide explains what to do first.
At a glance
Who it is for
What happens
Visits and time
Cost
Learn when to seek urgent dental care in Tokyo and what an assessment, initial treatment and follow-up may involve.
Overview
When you are in pain, our first aim is to find the cause and make you more comfortable. Urgent dental care starts by finding the problem and deciding what needs care now. Pain relief, a temporary repair and the full treatment are not always done at the same visit.
Walk-ins are welcome during opening hours. Call 03-4550-1620 before you come if you can, so we can prepare for you.
What care involves
We ask about your symptoms, examine the area and explain any X-rays or scans needed. Depending on what we find, first care may be a temporary filling or repair, treatment for the cause of infection, another dental procedure or a referral.
Antibiotics do not replace dental treatment and are not given automatically for toothache. The dentist decides whether you need medicine.
Care process
1. Check how urgent it is
For the serious warning signs above, call 119. For other urgent dental problems, see a dentist soon.
2. Come during opening hours
Walk-ins are welcome Monday to Saturday, 09:00–13:00 and 14:00–18:00. You may need to wait, and we see the most urgent problems first.
3. Understand the first plan
Your dentist explains what can be done at this visit, its cost and any further treatment you may need.
4. Arrange follow-up
We tell you whether the first care is temporary and confirm your next visit or referral before you leave.
Visits outside opening hours must be arranged and confirmed in advance, before you travel. There is an extra fee.
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Risks and limitations
Treatment depends on the cause, the condition of the tooth and the care available. Symptoms may continue or come back after temporary care, and you may need more visits. An assessment does not guarantee that a tooth can be saved or treated straight away.
Waiting too long with an infection or serious injury can make it worse. Come back if the swelling spreads or you feel more unwell.
Alternatives
The right next step may be another open dentist, an oral-surgery service or hospital emergency care. After a diagnosis, options may include a filling or repair, root canal treatment or removing the tooth. We explain the choices for your actual problem.
Fees and treatment time
We will explain the suitable options and provide a detailed treatment plan and cost estimate before treatment begins.
Emergency dental examination: ¥19,900
The emergency examination fee is separate from any treatment you choose. Your dentist will explain the options and costs before starting. An additional after-hours fee applies to visits arranged outside regular hours; please confirm that fee when arranging the visit.
Diagnostic imaging and other examinations may incur additional charges unless expressly included in a treatment package. Local anaesthesia, when used, is ¥9,900. Your estimate will confirm which items apply to your care.
All prices are in Japanese yen (JPY) and include 10% consumption tax. Fees may vary with case complexity and individual requirements.
In Tokyo for a short time?
Tell us your travel dates when you book so we can discuss what fits your stay and whether further appointments will be needed. We provide reports to support international insurance claims; cover depends on your policy.
After your visit
Follow the care and review instructions your dentist gives you. Please contact the clinic if you have a question or your symptoms change.
For difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading facial or neck swelling, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 119 for an ambulance. Seek urgent care from a service that is open rather than waiting for an online reply.
Related treatments
Root canal treatment
Treatment for inflamed or infected tissue inside a tooth, with a plan for its final filling or crown and follow-up.
Tooth-coloured fillings
Repair holes in teeth (cavities) and small areas of damage. We explain the filling material and other options.
Tooth extraction and oral surgery
Assessment for tooth removal. We explain the procedure, recovery and any options to replace the tooth.