Unexpected tooth pain or a damaged tooth can leave you wondering what to do next. If you are looking for an emergency dentist in Coquitlam, calling a dental office is a practical first step: describe your symptoms so the team can help you understand how urgently you need an assessment.
What counts as a dental emergency?
Urgent dental problems may include severe pain, swelling or an injured tooth. A knocked-out permanent tooth needs immediate dental attention. A lost filling, crown or chipped tooth also deserves a call; urgency depends on symptoms and the damage involved.
Can a toothache wait until your next checkup?
Do not assume that a future routine visit is soon enough. Tell the dental team when the pain began, whether it is getting worse and whether you have swelling or fever. These details help guide the next step. An examination is needed to identify the cause; this article cannot diagnose tooth pain. Ongoing pain is sometimes a sign that a tooth needs root canal treatment.
What should you do before an appointment?
Call for advice tailored to your situation. Explain any injury, medical conditions, medications and allergies. Avoid chewing on the affected tooth and do not attempt to glue a broken tooth or restoration back yourself. Ask a pharmacist or dental professional about suitable pain relief rather than guessing which medicine to take.
When should you seek emergency medical care?
Call 911 or go to an emergency department for breathing or swallowing difficulties, a serious facial injury or uncontrolled heavy bleeding. Dental swelling involving the neck or area around an eye also needs urgent medical attention. Do not wait for an online booking response in an emergency.
What happens at an emergency dental appointment?
The dentist will discuss your symptoms and examine the affected area. X-rays may be recommended when appropriate. Treatment depends on the findings, and the team can explain options, expected fees and any follow-up care before proceeding.
Is a broken tooth always an emergency?
Some chips are less urgent than a painful fracture or an injury that loosens a tooth. Call the office rather than trying to judge the depth of the damage at home. Mention pain, bleeding and sensitivity when describing the problem.
Finding emergency dental care in Coquitlam
Canyon Springs Dental Centre offers emergency dentistry and general family dental care at 101–2918 Glen Drive, Coquitlam, BC V3B 2P5. Our office hours are Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Call 604-464-4344 to discuss your symptoms and appointment availability. If the office is closed, seek another urgent dental provider; use emergency medical services for the warning signs above.
Frequently asked questions
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe or persistent tooth pain, swelling, a dental injury or a knocked-out adult tooth. Call a dentist promptly.
When should I go to the hospital instead of a dentist?
Call 911 or go to an emergency department for trouble breathing or swallowing, a serious facial injury, uncontrolled bleeding, or swelling that involves the neck or the area around an eye.
What are Canyon Springs Dental's hours?
Monday 9:00 am–5:30 pm, Tuesday to Thursday 8:00 am–5:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Sources and further reading: BC Dental Association: Common Dental Emergencies and Conditions.
Need advice about a dental concern?
Call our Coquitlam dental team to discuss symptoms and availability.
Call 604-464-4344This article provides general educational information and is not a substitute for an examination or personalized advice from a qualified dental professional. Canyon Springs Dental Centre, 101-2918 Glen Dr, Coquitlam, BC V3B 2P5 · 604-464-4344.
