Emergency dentist in Vancouver: fast, compassionate dental care
Severe toothache, a broken tooth or an injury? Call us and we will see you the same day whenever possible.
When to call an emergency dentist
We help patients across Vancouver, Oakridge and nearby communities with urgent dental problems. We use modern digital diagnostics, prioritize urgent cases, and give you aftercare instructions and a personalised plan.
Call before you come in so we can prepare for you. We are open Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Problems we treat urgently
Severe toothache
Pain that keeps you up or will not settle.
Swelling or an abscess
Facial swelling or a pimple-like bump on the gum.
Knocked-out, cracked or fractured teeth
Time matters, so call right away.
Broken fillings or crowns
A lost filling or crown can leave the tooth exposed.
Uncontrolled bleeding
Bleeding in the mouth that will not stop.
Gum or jaw injuries
Trauma to the gums, lips or jaw.
If a permanent tooth is knocked out
Pick it up carefully
Hold the tooth by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently.
Keep it moist
Store it in milk or a tooth preservation solution. Do not let it dry out.
Call us right away
Ideally see a dentist within 30 to 60 minutes. Call (604) 266-8910.
Outside our hours or in a serious emergency
We are closed Friday to Sunday. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, or severe bleeding or injury, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Frequently asked questions
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
We see emergencies the same day whenever possible. Call (604) 266-8910 first so we can plan for you.
What treatments do you provide for emergencies?
Depending on the problem, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal therapy, extractions, infection treatment and repair of fractured teeth.
What should I do if a tooth is knocked out?
Hold it by the crown, rinse it gently, keep it moist in milk or a preservation solution, and see a dentist within 30 to 60 minutes if you can.
What if it is the weekend?
We are closed Friday to Sunday. For a serious emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency department. Call us when we reopen Monday.
Is emergency care covered by insurance?
Coverage varies by plan. You submit your own claim and we give you the documentation. See our insurance page.
Other treatments
Ready when you are
Call the office, Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. We are in Oakridge Park at 650 W 41st Ave #321, Vancouver.