DENTAL CARE
Emergency Dentist and After-Hours Information Kalgoorlie
Emergency dental information for Kalgoorlie and the Goldfields, including urgent symptoms, knocked-out teeth, clinic hours and when to call 000.
Call Smile Dental Clinic for urgent dental problems. Same-day assessment may be available depending on clinical urgency and appointment capacity.
When to seek immediate medical help
A dental clinic is not a substitute for emergency medical care. If you are uncertain whether a situation is life-threatening, call 000.
Urgent dental problems
Contact the clinic promptly for severe toothache, facial or gum swelling, a suspected dental infection, a knocked-out or displaced tooth, a broken tooth, dental trauma, bleeding after dental treatment, or a lost filling or crown causing significant symptoms.
Same-day care may be offered where clinically indicated and appointments are available. Calling early gives the team the best opportunity to assess urgency and arrange an appropriate time.
What to do before you are seen
Knocked-out adult tooth
Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root. If dirty, rinse gently in milk or saline without scrubbing. If it cannot be safely returned to the socket, keep it in milk or the person’s saliva and seek dental care immediately.
Knocked-out baby tooth
Do not put a baby tooth back into the socket. Take the tooth with you and arrange urgent dental assessment.
Broken tooth or restoration
Keep any tooth fragment, avoid chewing on the area and contact the clinic. Do not use household glue on a tooth, crown or denture.
Pain or swelling
Contact the clinic for assessment. Do not place aspirin directly on the gum or tooth. Seek emergency medical help if swelling affects breathing or swallowing.
Clinic hours and after-hours care
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am–5:30 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am–4:30 pm
Sunday: Closed
For a dental problem outside clinic hours, call (08) 9022 7199 and follow any recorded emergency information. An after-hours dentist may not always be available. Healthdirect can provide 24-hour health advice on 1800 022 222, but it does not replace 000 in an emergency.
Emergency appointment costs
The fee depends on the assessment, diagnostic services and treatment required. The priority may be to diagnose, relieve symptoms or stabilise the problem before definitive treatment. The dentist will explain the proposed care and likely fees before proceeding where practicable.
Frequently asked questions
Does Smile Dental Clinic guarantee a same-day appointment?
No. Urgent cases are prioritised, but same-day availability depends on clinical urgency and appointment capacity. Call as early as possible.
Should I go to hospital for facial swelling?
Call 000 or go to an emergency department if swelling is rapidly worsening or affects breathing or swallowing. Otherwise, contact the dental clinic promptly for advice and assessment.
What should I do with a knocked-out adult tooth?
Handle it by the crown, rinse gently in milk or saline if dirty, and seek dental care immediately. Keep it moist in milk or saliva if it cannot be safely returned to the socket.
Can I get emergency dental treatment after hours?
Call the clinic and follow any recorded emergency information. Availability varies. For serious or life-threatening symptoms, call 000 or attend an emergency department.
Official information: Australian Dental Association — Dental trauma · Healthdirect — After-hours health services. Program details can change; confirm current terms with the responsible agency.
Call for urgent dental assistance
Call the Kalgoorlie clinic and describe the symptoms. If the situation is serious or life-threatening, call 000 instead.
7/84–90 Brookman Street, Kalgoorlie WA 6430
receptionist@smiledentalclinic.com.au
Important Information
This page provides general information only and is not a substitute for professional dental advice. Treatment suitability, results and costs vary between patients.
A consultation with one of our dentists is required to assess whether this treatment is appropriate for you. Book a consultation or call 08 9022 7199.
References & Further Reading
This page is based on current clinical literature and guidelines from recognised Australian and international dental and health authorities.
- Australian Dental Association. ada.org.au
- Dental Board of Australia (AHPRA). dentalboard.gov.au
- Australian Periodontology - ADA Oral Health Topics. ada.org.au/Dental-Professionals/Publications/Oral-Health-Topics
- Healthdirect Australia - Dental Emergencies. healthdirect.gov.au
- Healthdirect Australia - Dentures. healthdirect.gov.au
Content reviewed by Dr Desmond Ng, BDSc (Hons) University of Queensland | Principal Dentist, Dentists at Kalgoorlie. Last reviewed July 2026.