Dental Injury / Soft Tissue
Expert emergency dental care in London. Same-day appointments available at our South Kensington & City of London clinics.
Soft tissue injuries involve trauma to the lips, tongue, inner cheeks, or gums. The mouth is extremely vascular (full of blood vessels), which means that even a small cut can bleed profusely and look terrifying. While many of these injuries look worse than they are, some require professional attention to stop bleeding, prevent infection, and ensure cosmetic healing.
This category also includes orthodontic emergencies, such as broken brace wires tearing into the cheek, which can be agonizingly painful.
First Aid for Mouth Injuries
Rinse
Gently rinse with cold water to clean the wound and see where the blood is coming from.
Pressure
Apply firm pressure to the bleeding site with a clean gauze or handkerchief for at least 10-15 minutes. Do not keep checking it; constant pressure is key to clotting.
Ice
Apply a cold compress to the outside of the lip or cheek to reduce swelling and bruising.
Assessment
If the cut is deep, gaping, or crosses the vermilion border (the lip line), you may need stitches (sutures).
Professional Treatments We Provide
Suturing (Stitches)
For deep lacerations inside the mouth or on the gums, we can place dissolvable sutures. This stops the bleeding, speeds up healing, and prevents food from getting stuck in the wound. We use fine, cosmetic-grade sutures for minimal scarring.
Smoothing Sharp Teeth
Sometimes a trauma doesn't break a tooth but chips a jagged edge that shreds the tongue. We can polish this sharp edge smooth in seconds, providing instant relief.
Orthodontic Emergencies
If you have braces and a wire has snapped or slipped, it can act like a needle stabbing your cheek. This is difficult to fix at home. We can:
- Clip the sharp wire using appropriate cutters.
- Re-bond a loose bracket.
- Apply professional orthodontic wax to cover irritations.
Treating Gum Trauma
Foreign objects (like popcorn husks, fish bones, or fingernails) can sometimes get forcefully wedged deep into the gum, causing an acute periodontal abscess. We can numb the area and gently flush out the debris to relieve the pain and prevent infection.
When to Go to Hospital
While we can handle most intra-oral injuries, you should go to A&E if:
The bleeding is spurting (arterial) and won't stop after 20 mins of pressure.
You have a deep cut to the face (outer skin) that might leave a scar.
You suspect a broken jaw (inability to bring teeth together properly).
You lost consciousness during the injury (concussion risk).
For all other mouth injuries, our emergency team is equipped to clean, stitch, and soothe your wound efficiently.
Don't Suffer in Silence
Dental pain worsens with time. Immediate treatment prevents infection spread and saves teeth.
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Examples of our emergency restorative work.
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Experienced professionals dedicated to your care.
Dr. Yasha Y Shirazi
Principal Dentist and Clinical Director
Experienced Principal Dentist focused on prevention and complex surgical treatments.
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Dr. Kamran Yazdi
Dentist
Highly experienced in conservative dentistry and patient-centred care.
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Dr. Andreia Phipps
Dentist
Passionate about cosmetic and minimally invasive dentistry.
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Dr. Reza Davari
Dentist
Has a passion for comfortable, long-lasting prosthodontics with a gentle approach.
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Dr. Narges Ameri
Dentist
Expert in prosthetics, cosmetic dentistry, and implant-supported restorations.
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Dr. Ayman Mukhtar
Dentist
Provides expert, comprehensive dental care with a background in hospital-based oral surgery. Excels in surgical extractions and restorative dentistry including fillings, crowns, and bridges.
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Dr. Niknaz Rostam Yazdi
Dentist
Gentle general and emergency dentist with a special interest in nervous patients and children's dentistry. Joining our Marylebone clinic from 1 November 2026.
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Jack Button
Dental Hygienist and Therapist
Clinical Director committed to first-class hygiene therapy.
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Laila Alhussein
Dental Hygienist
Dedicated to promoting oral health and patient comfort in a warm environment.
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Our Emergency Dental Clinics in Central London
Two clinics open now in South Kensington and the City of London — plus our new Marylebone clinic at 22 Wimpole Street, opening 1 November 2026. Choose the clinic nearest to you.
South Kensington Clinic
Open 7 days a week
Address
20 Old Brompton RoadSouth Kensington
London, SW7 3DL
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Opening Hours
How to get here
South Kensington Station (District, Circle & Piccadilly) — 2-minute walk
Bus routes 14, 74, 414, C1
Street parking on Thurloe Place & Exhibition Road
City of London Clinic
Mon–Thu 8am–6pm · Fri 8am–2pm
Address
5 Ave Maria LaneCity of London
London, EC4M 7AQ
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Opening Hours
How to get here
St Paul's Station (Central line) — 3-minute walk
City Thameslink — 4-minute walk
Blackfriars Station (District, Circle & Thameslink) — 5-minute walk
Bus routes 4, 11, 15, 17, 26