Same-Day Emergency Dental Care in Pickering
Tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth or a crown that has come off? Our team is here to help.
At Pickering Square Dental, we always accommodate dental emergencies with a same-day appointment. Call during office hours so we can arrange your visit.
Call before coming in.
Call (905) 420-1777New and existing patients welcome.
Medical emergencies
If you have any of these, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
When to call
Contact us for:
A knocked-out adult tooth needs immediate dental attention. Call a dentist right away.
A loose or lost crown needs prompt attention
If your crown becomes loose or comes off, call us as soon as possible, even if it doesn’t hurt. Prompt care helps protect the tooth underneath from fracture and reduces the risk of teeth shifting, which can affect your bite and the crown’s fit. Bring the crown with you if you have it.
What to expect
We will assess the problem, explain your options and provide appropriate initial care. Some concerns may require a follow-up appointment or specialist referral to complete treatment.
Call before coming in.
Pickering Square Dental1450 Kingston Road, Unit 4
Pickering, ON L1V 1C1 Get directions
What can I do while I wait?
These measures are temporary. They do not replace an examination.
Knocked-out adult tooth
Handle it by the crown, not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it gently without scrubbing. If you can, place it back in position; otherwise keep it moist and call immediately.
Do not reinsert a baby tooth.
Broken tooth
Save any pieces you can find, rinse gently, and avoid chewing on that side. A cold compress on the outside of the face may help with swelling.
Toothache
Rinse gently and clean between the teeth if food may be trapped.
Do not place aspirin or another medication directly against the gum.
Lost filling or crown
Keep the area clean and bring the restoration if you have it.
Do not use household glue.
Bleeding
Apply steady pressure with clean gauze. Seek urgent medical help if bleeding is heavy, will not slow, or follows major trauma.
Describe the symptoms clearly so the team can triage the request.
(905) 420-1777Frequently asked questions about dental emergencies
This page is general guidance for urgent dental concerns and is not a diagnosis, treatment plan, or medical advice. What can be treated at a first visit and any medication decisions are determined for your own case. For a potentially life-threatening symptom, call 911 or go to an emergency department.
Can I get an emergency appointment today?
Yes. We always accommodate dental emergencies with a same-day appointment. Call during office hours so we can arrange your visit.
Should I go to a hospital or a dentist?
A dentist is usually the appropriate first call for isolated tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost restoration. Go to an emergency department or call 911 for breathing or swallowing difficulty, rapidly spreading swelling, severe facial trauma, heavy bleeding, loss of consciousness, or other serious medical symptoms.
Will antibiotics stop a toothache?
Antibiotics are not a substitute for diagnosis or dental treatment and are not appropriate for every toothache. The dentist must assess the cause and decide whether medication is indicated. Do not use leftover medication or someone else's prescription.
What should I bring?
Bring identification, dental-benefit or CDCP information, a current medication and allergy list, and any broken tooth fragment or lost restoration. Tell us about pregnancy, medical conditions, and recent treatment that may affect care.
Related care
Tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth or a crown that has come off? Our team is here to help.
At Pickering Square Dental, we always accommodate dental emergencies with a same-day appointment. Call during office hours so we can arrange your visit.
Medical emergencies
If you have any of these, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
When to call
Contact us for:
A knocked-out adult tooth needs immediate dental attention. Call a dentist right away.
A loose or lost crown needs prompt attention
If your crown becomes loose or comes off, call us as soon as possible, even if it doesn’t hurt. Prompt care helps protect the tooth underneath from fracture and reduces the risk of teeth shifting, which can affect your bite and the crown’s fit. Bring the crown with you if you have it.
What to expect
We will assess the problem, explain your options and provide appropriate initial care. Some concerns may require a follow-up appointment or specialist referral to complete treatment.
Call (905) 420-1777Call before coming in.
Pickering Square Dental1450 Kingston Road, Unit 4
Pickering, ON L1V 1C1 Get directions
What can I do while I wait?
These measures are temporary. They do not replace an examination.
Knocked-out adult tooth
Handle it by the crown, not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it gently without scrubbing. If you can, place it back in position; otherwise keep it moist and call immediately.
Do not reinsert a baby tooth.
Broken tooth
Save any pieces you can find, rinse gently, and avoid chewing on that side. A cold compress on the outside of the face may help with swelling.
Toothache
Rinse gently and clean between the teeth if food may be trapped.
Do not place aspirin or another medication directly against the gum.
Lost filling or crown
Keep the area clean and bring the restoration if you have it.
Do not use household glue.
Bleeding
Apply steady pressure with clean gauze. Seek urgent medical help if bleeding is heavy, will not slow, or follows major trauma.
Describe the symptoms clearly so the team can triage the request.
(905) 420-1777Frequently asked questions about dental emergencies
This page is general guidance for urgent dental concerns and is not a diagnosis, treatment plan, or medical advice. What can be treated at a first visit and any medication decisions are determined for your own case. For a potentially life-threatening symptom, call 911 or go to an emergency department.
Can I get an emergency appointment today?
Yes. We always accommodate dental emergencies with a same-day appointment. Call during office hours so we can arrange your visit.
Should I go to a hospital or a dentist?
A dentist is usually the appropriate first call for isolated tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost restoration. Go to an emergency department or call 911 for breathing or swallowing difficulty, rapidly spreading swelling, severe facial trauma, heavy bleeding, loss of consciousness, or other serious medical symptoms.
Will antibiotics stop a toothache?
Antibiotics are not a substitute for diagnosis or dental treatment and are not appropriate for every toothache. The dentist must assess the cause and decide whether medication is indicated. Do not use leftover medication or someone else's prescription.
What should I bring?
Bring identification, dental-benefit or CDCP information, a current medication and allergy list, and any broken tooth fragment or lost restoration. Tell us about pregnancy, medical conditions, and recent treatment that may affect care.
