Emergency Dentist Kanata, ON
Unfortunately, accidents and emergencies happen. When your teeth are involved, treatment should be started promptly to stabilize the tooth (or teeth) involved, control pain, and to plan an appropriate course of treatment.
We Provide Dental Emergency Care in Kanata, ON
New and existing patients can certainly request an appointment by completing the appointment request form and we will call you back shortly to confirming your appointment date and time.
Contact Our Kanata Emergency Dentist Today
For Kanata dental emergencies requiring immediate attention, we suggest that you contact our emergency dentist in Kanata as soon as possible at (613) 271-0674.
Common Dental Emergencies
The most common problem we see patients for is a painful tooth. Usually, the patient had not been to a dentist for routine care and was unaware there was a problem tooth needing care.
Other emergency dental issues include:
- Broken or cracked tooth/teeth
- Permanent tooth knocked out
- Partially dislodged tooth
- Object caught between teeth
- Filling has become loose or fallen out
- Broken dental restoration
- Dental infection
- Broken jaw
Chipped or Fractured Teeth
Most chipped or fractured teeth can be repaired either by reattaching the broken piece or by placing a tooth-colored filling. If a significant portion of the visible portion of the tooth is broken off, an artificial crown or “cap” may be needed to restore the tooth. Injuries in the back teeth often include fractured cusps, cracked teeth, or a more serious split tooth. If cracks extend into the root, root canal treatment and a full coverage crown may be needed to restore function to the tooth. Split teeth may require extraction.
Dislodged Teeth
During an injury, a tooth may be pushed sideways out of or into its socket. Your dentist will reposition and stabilize your tooth. If the tooth root has been damaged, a root canal may also be necessary.
Knocked-Out Teeth
If a tooth is completely knocked out of your mouth, time is of the essence. The tooth should be handled very gently, avoiding touching the root surface itself. If it is dirty, quickly and gently rinse it in water. Do not use soap or any other cleaning agent, and never scrape or brush the tooth. If possible, the tooth should be placed back into its socket as soon as possible. The less time the tooth is out of its socket, the better the chance for saving it. Once the tooth has been put back in its socket, your dentist will evaluate it and will check for any other dental or facial injuries. If the tooth has not been placed back into its socket, your dentist will clean it carefully and replace it. A stabilizing splint will be placed for a few weeks. Depending on the stage of root development, your dentist may start root canal treatment a week or two later.
Root Fractures
A traumatic injury to the tooth may also result in a horizontal root fracture. The location of the fracture determines the long-term health of the tooth. If the fracture is close to the root tip, the chances for success are much better. The closer the fracture is to the gum line, the poorer the long-term success rate. Stabilization with a splint is sometimes required for a period of time.