Urgent Dental Care in NE Calgary

When a toothache needs a dentist, not a wait-and-see approach

Many people put up with a dull ache for days, hoping it fades. Sometimes it does, but a toothache can also be a sign of decay that has reached the nerve, a cracked tooth, a gum problem or an infection. A dentist for a toothache can find the cause, which is the only reliable way to stop it coming back.

Book an urgent visit if you notice any of these:

• Pain when you bite, chew or drink something hot or cold
• A cracked tooth or a piece of tooth that has broken off
• A lost filling or crown
• A swollen gum, a bump on the gum or a bad taste that will not clear
• Pain or swelling that spreads to your jaw or face
• A wisdom tooth that is sore, swollen or only partly through the gum

Urgent care or emergency: which one do I need?

The two overlap, so here is a simple way to think about it. If you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, facial swelling or a knocked-out tooth, call us immediately and read our emergency dentist in NE Calgary page. If you have a problem that is uncomfortable and getting worse but is not an injury, this page is the right place to start.

Either way, the first step is the same: call 587.353.9393. We will tell you how soon to come in.

Urgent treatments we provide in NE Calgary

After an exam, your dentist recommends the treatment that fits your case. Two common urgent treatments have their own pages:

• Root canal treatment: a way to save a natural tooth when the inside of the tooth is damaged or infected, often the alternative to extraction.
• Tooth and wisdom tooth extraction: safe, gentle removal of a tooth that cannot be saved or is affecting your health, including wisdom teeth.

Other urgent needs, such as a chipped or broken tooth, a lost filling or crown, a suspected abscess or a broken denture, are assessed and treated at the same visit whenever your case allows. Some problems need a follow-up appointment, and we explain that before you leave. If a tooth cannot be saved, we can also talk with you about replacing it, for example through our Dental Implants care.

How an urgent visit works

You do not need to prepare anything special. A typical urgent visit looks like this:

1. You call, or walk in, and tell us what is wrong.
2. We triage your situation so the most pressing problems are seen first.
3. Your dentist examines the problem area and takes digital images when they are needed.
4. We create a plan to give you relief, explain each step and give you a detailed estimate before any treatment begins.
5. You receive instructions for pain management and healing after your visit.

If you feel nervous, tell us. We offer sedation options for comfort and go at a pace that suits you.

Same-day dentist in NE Calgary, seven days a week

We keep same-day appointments available and welcome walk-ins, so you are not left waiting for days with a painful tooth. We are open Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 8 PM, including Saturday and Sunday. If you want a walk-in dentist in Calgary on a weekend, we are here.

Cost, insurance and payment for urgent dental care

An emergency exam is $50. Before any treatment, we give you a detailed estimate. We follow the ADA Fee Guide, direct bill most insurance plans, and file your claims for you. We also accept CDCP, NIHB for eligible First Nations and Inuit patients, and the Alberta Child Health Benefit. If you need help spreading the cost, ask about 0% financing and our flexible payment options. Call 587.353.9393 to ask about your plan before you come in.

Why choose Oasis Smile Dental for urgent care in Northeast Calgary

We are a neighbourhood clinic at 3565 20 Ave NE #110, serving patients from across Northeast Calgary, including Pineridge, Rundle, Marlborough, Whitehorn, Temple, Falconridge, Taradale, Martindale, Saddle Ridge, Monterey Park and Abbeydale. Our care is gentle and judgment-free, our team speaks English, Punjabi, Arabic and Tagalog, and we treat children and adults.

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