Severe toothache
Persistent or intense pain that does not settle or wakes you at night.
Emergency Dental Care
Dental emergency? We are here to help.
Try to stay calm — most dental emergencies can be managed. Call our Burnaby Metrotown dental clinic first and we will guide you through what to do and when to come in.
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What counts as a dental emergency
Knocked-out or broken tooth
A tooth knocked out, cracked, or broken after an accident.
Swelling or infection
Facial or gum swelling, or signs of infection around a tooth.
Lost crown or filling
A crown, filling, or restoration that has come loose or fallen out.
Persistent bleeding
Bleeding from the mouth or gums that does not stop with gentle pressure.
What to do now
- 1
Call us first
Phone 604-439-0500 and describe what happened. We will help you decide what to do next.
- 2
Ease the pain calmly
Rinse gently with warm salt water. Follow package directions if using over-the-counter pain relief.
- 3
Act quickly with a lost tooth
Handle a knocked-out tooth by the crown, not the root, and keep it moist in milk or saliva.
- 4
Control bleeding gently
Apply gentle, steady pressure with clean gauze. A cold compress outside can ease swelling.
- 5
Keep any pieces
Save a lost crown, filling, or tooth fragments and bring them to your appointment.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, difficulty breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
Urgent care
Call us now
Tell us what happened and our team will guide you from there. Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.