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dental emergencies

Your Calgary SE & SW Emergency Dentist with Same-Day Appointments Available

At Sundance Dental in Calgary, we understand that life doesn’t always go as you plan, and sometimes dental problems come up that need immediate attention. That’s why our dental clinic offers dental emergency services. We make every attempt to accommodate emergency patients with same-day dental appointments as high priorities. Our office policy is to see patients as promptly as possible to provide efficient solutions to their dental emergencies.

Toothaches

If you experience a toothache, it’s best to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. If you notice any swelling it could be a sign of a developing abscess and will require immediate treatment. In the meantime, consider over-the-counter pain medicine.

Lost Fillings or Crowns

Meet with your dentist as soon as possible should you lose a filling or crown. When you lose a crown, be sure to recover it to bring to your dentist appointment.

Chipped or Broken Teeth

A broken or chipped tooth can be saved. Be sure to call your dentist immediately to explain the situation. If the break is small, we will use a white filling to fix the issue. For more serious breaks, a root canal may be needed. A crown may also be used to cap your chipped or broken tooth.

Knocked Out Teeth

If you have a permanent tooth knocked out, see a dentist as soon as possible. Retrieve the tooth by picking it up by its crown. If it looks clean, place it back in its socket. If this is not possible, keep it in a container of cold milk. The tooth may be able to be retained if replanted within 30 minutes. After that, the chances of the tooth taking root again are very poor.

Abscesses

An abscess is an infection that occurs around the tooth’s root or in the space between your gums and teeth. Do not leave an abscess untreated. The infection can damage tissue and surrounding teeth, and if left unchecked, spread to other areas of the body.