What is a Dental Emergency?
A Dental Emergency is defined as requiring immediate attention for the following conditions:
- Are you bleeding from the mouth?
- Are you in severe pain?
- Do you have any loose teeth?
- Have you been hit in the face or mouth?
- Do you have any swelling in the mouth or facial area?
- Do you have any bulges, swelling or knots on your gums?
After Hours Emergency
After midnight for dental emergencies contact one of the following hospital emergency departments:
- The Hospital for Sick Children - children
- Sunnybrook (at Bayview) - children & adults
- Mt. Sinai - children & adults
How to prevent a Dental Emergency
- Get routine dental check-ups and cleanings
- Wear a mouth guard to play sports in order to avoid chipped, knocked out, or broken teeth
- Visit your dentist before traveling or going on vacation