Pickering Emergency Dental Care
Emergency Dental Care
Pickering Dental Emergency
What do I do in case of dental emergency?
A dental emergency can happen at any time — a cracked tooth during dinner, sudden swelling on a weekend, or a knocked-out tooth at a hockey game. At Pickering Square Dental, Dr. Marvin Lean and our team provide same-day emergency dental care for patients across Pickering, Ajax, Scarborough, and Whitby.
If you are experiencing severe tooth pain, swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or trauma to the mouth, call us immediately at (905) 420-1777. We reserve time in our schedule every day for urgent cases.
Common Dental Emergencies We Treat
- Severe toothache — persistent or throbbing pain that disrupts sleep or daily activities
- Cracked, chipped, or broken teeth — from sports injuries, falls, or biting hard foods
- Knocked-out tooth (avulsion) — time-sensitive; best outcomes within 30 minutes
- Lost fillings or crowns — exposes the tooth to further damage and infection
- Dental abscess — a painful infection that can spread if untreated
- Soft tissue injuries — cuts or tears to the gums, tongue, or cheeks
- Broken orthodontic appliances — wires poking into gums or brackets dislodged
What to Do Before You Reach Us
Knocked-out tooth:
- Pick up the tooth by the crown (top), never the root
- Gently rinse with water — do not scrub or remove tissue
- Try to place the tooth back in the socket, or keep it in milk
- Get to our office within 30 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth
Cracked or broken tooth:
- Rinse your mouth with warm salt water
- Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling
- Take over-the-counter pain medication as needed
- Avoid chewing on the affected side
Lost filling or crown:
- Keep the crown if you still have it — bring it to your appointment
- Avoid chewing on that tooth
- Use dental cement or sugar-free gum as a temporary cover
- Avoid hot and cold foods on the exposed area
Severe toothache:
- Rinse with warm salt water to clean the area
- Floss gently to remove any trapped food debris
- Take ibuprofen for pain and inflammation (avoid aspirin directly on gums)
- Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek
- Call us — a toothache often indicates an underlying issue that needs professional treatment
Dental abscess or swelling:
- Rinse with mild salt water several times a day
- Do not attempt to drain the abscess yourself
- Seek care promptly — untreated abscesses can become serious
Why Choose Pickering Square Dental for Emergency Care?
Dr. Marvin Lean has over 20 years of experience treating dental emergencies of all types. Our office on Kingston Road is equipped with digital X-rays and laser dentistry technology for fast, accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment.
We also offer sedation dentistry options for patients who experience dental anxiety, ensuring your emergency visit is as comfortable as possible.
Serving Pickering, Ajax, Scarborough, Whitby, and surrounding areas. Contact us today at (905) 420-1777 or visit us at 1450 Kingston Rd, Unit #4, Pickering, ON.
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We are accepting new patients! Pickering Square Dental continues to grow and continues to accept new patients. If you are considering a new dentist for you and your family, we invite you to stop by to meet our team and take a tour of our office or to schedule an appointment.