Emergency Dentist Near You
Note: Emergency dental services are available only during regular working hours.
Dental emergencies involving teeth, gums, or other oral structures can lead to long-term complications if not treated promptly. At Smile Dentistry, we prioritize urgent dental care to prevent pain, preserve your smile, and minimize future complications. If you experience a dental emergency, call us immediately at
(416) 588-8004 or use
our contact form to book urgent care. To help prevent dental emergencies, we recommend the following:
Wear a mouth guard when you are participating in sporting activities.
Always wear a mouth guard during contact sports such as hockey, football, or boxing. Mouth guards protect your teeth and soft tissues from injury.
Eat carefully and wisely.
Although teeth are strong, you can still crack or chip a tooth by eating hard candy, nuts, or chewing crunchy meat (bacon). Be mindful of hard foods like candy, nuts, or bones, which can crack or chip your teeth.
Avoid chewing on items that are not edible.
Many patients have oral tendencies, such as biting their nails or chewing on pens. Swap these items for sugarless chewing gum, a product that stimulates saliva production and cleanses bacteria.
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ToothachesList Item 1
Rinse your mouth with warm water and floss to remove debris. If swelling occurs, apply a cold compress on the cheek near the painful area. Avoid placing aspirin on the gums, as it can cause burns. Contact Smile Dentistry for an urgent evaluation.
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Chipped or Broken ToothList Item 2
Save any broken pieces and rinse them with warm water. Apply gauze to control bleeding and a cold compress to reduce swelling. Visit our office as soon as possible for restorative care.
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Lost Filling
You may place a piece of sugar-free gum or over-the-counter dental cement into the cavity to protect the area temporarily. Schedule a visit to Smile Dentistry for prompt restoration.
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Lost Crown
If you're in pain, apply a small amount of clove oil to the area using a cotton swab. You may temporarily place the crown back over the tooth using toothpaste or dental cement. Visit us for professional re-cementing.
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Dislodged (Luxated) TeethList Item 4
If your tooth is pushed out of position, contact our clinic right away. We can reposition and stabilize the tooth. Root canal treatment is often necessary for permanent teeth and should be done within a few days of injury.
Before arriving at our office, apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth or cheek in the affected area to relieve any discomfort. An over-the-counter pain reliever, such as Tylenol or Advil, can also assist you in the meantime.
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Knocked-Out (Avulsed) Tooth
Knocked-out (also known as avulsed) teeth, are exactly what they sound like – teeth that have been completely knocked out of their socket. Time is of the essence here. Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root. Rinse gently with water, avoiding soap or scrubbing. If possible, place it back in its socket or store it in milk. Seek emergency care immediately. The sooner you act, the better the chances of saving the tooth.
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Soft-Tissue Injuries
An injury to the soft tissue in your mouth, such as the tongue, cheeks, gums, or lips, can cause bleeding. In this case, you can control the bleeding by following these steps:
- Rinse your mouth with a mild mixture of salt and water.
- With a moistened piece of gauze or tea bag, apply pressure to the bleeding area, holding it in place for 15-to-20-minutes.
- Hold a cold compress to the outside of your mouth or cheek in the impacted area for 5-to-10-minutes, as it will work to control bleeding and relieve pain.
- If the bleeding continues, despite your efforts, call our dental practice or go to the nearest hospital emergency room. Keep applying pressure to the bleeding area with gauze until you are seen and treated.
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Abscess
An abscess is a serious infection near the root of a tooth or between the gums and teeth. It may appear as a swollen, pimple-like bump and can be very painful. Rinse with saltwater and contact our clinic immediately. If untreated, the infection can spread and become life-threatening.
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Post-Extraction Bleeding and Discomfort
Mild discomfort after extraction is normal. If bleeding continues beyond one hour, contact our office. In the meantime, bite down gently on a gauze pad placed over the area to manage bleeding.
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Signs and Symptoms
Be alert to signs such as bleeding, sudden pain, swelling, discoloration, sores, or unusual lumps in your mouth. These may indicate underlying oral health issues. Report these changes to Smile Dentistry so we can evaluate and treat them promptly.
