A dental emergency could be:

• swelling of the face, especially if it is hard to breathe
• trauma to the face, especially if it is hard to breathe
• bleeding from the mouth that will not stop
• an ulcer or sore in your mouth that has not healed for 2 weeks or more
• severe mouth pain that keeps you awake
• tooth fracture, an opening of the tooth’s nerve
• significant dental trauma for example your tooth has been knocked out.

During business hours (8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday) call your closest dental clinic

Outside of business hours call healthdirect on 1800 022 222

For further information about eligibility and the associated costs for emergency dental care please visit:

All babies, children and young people under 18 years who either live in or go to school in South Australia can attend one of our clinics.

Adults (18 years or older) must hold a current Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card and live in South Australia to access dental care at our clinics.

Please note we do not accept a Medicare Card for adults.

• Adult dependants (under 19 years) of the cardholder whose names are listed on the card can access dental care.
• A person listed as a partner on a concession card is not eligible to access dental care unless they have their own concession card.
• Department of Veteran's Affairs cardholders may be eligible for treatment with Veteran Dental Services. Contact the Department of Veterans Affairs information line on 13 32 54.

Concession cards include:

Are you experiencing a dental emergency?

Some dental problems require urgent attention of a dental professional. Learn more about our emergency dental care.

Maintaining good oral health is important for everyone

Based on your answers the following options are available:

General dental care – fees and waiting times apply for general dental care.

General dental care includes:

• checkup and examinations
• scale and clean
• extraction of teeth
• fillings
• x- rays
• fissure sealants
• oral health advice
• root canal treatment

Specialist dental care - Fees and waiting times apply for all specialist dental services.

Specialist dental services are available at the Adelaide Dental Hospital by referral from a SA Dental clinic or private practitioner.

Actions you can take:

1. Learn more about our services and costs.
2. Find a clinic close to you - Find your closest clinic to make an appointment.
3. Contact us to get more information - Call us on 1300 008 222 for more information.