Front desk and waiting area inside Olympic Park Smiles Dental in Calgary

Urgent Dental Care in Calgary

Tooth pain, swelling or a dental injury should not have to wait. We reserve time for urgent visits so you can get relief quickly.

About Urgent Dental Care

Dental problems rarely happen at a convenient time. A sudden toothache, a cracked tooth or a swollen gum can be painful and worrying, and waiting often makes the problem harder to treat. At Olympic Park Smiles Dental, we reserve time in our schedule for urgent visits so we can relieve your pain, protect your tooth and explain what comes next.

If you need urgent dental care in Calgary SW, call us right away. Our team will listen, ask a few questions and do our best to see you as soon as possible.

Our Urgent Dental Care Services

Emergency Dentist

Our emergency care is designed for pain, swelling and dental injuries. We see patients quickly to relieve discomfort, stabilize the problem and plan any follow-up treatment. Learn more about our Emergency Dentist care.

Root Canal Treatment

When decay or infection reaches the inner pulp of a tooth, a root canal is often the best way to save it. Our gentle approach relieves pain quickly and effectively. Learn more about Root Canal Treatment.

Signs You Need Urgent Dental Care

  • A toothache that is severe, throbbing or does not go away.
  • Swelling in your gums, cheek or face.
  • A broken, cracked or chipped tooth.
  • A tooth that has been knocked loose or knocked out.
  • A lost filling or crown that leaves the tooth exposed.
  • A bad taste or a pimple-like bump on the gum.
  • Bleeding from the mouth after an injury.

When to Call Us and When to Go to the Hospital

Call us at (403) 300-2224 right away if you have tooth pain, swelling or a dental injury. We will do our best to see you quickly.

Go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call 911 if:

  • You have trouble breathing or swallowing.
  • Swelling is spreading to your eye, neck or throat.
  • You have heavy bleeding that will not stop.
  • You have a serious injury to your head, face or jaw.

More Urgent Care

These related services often follow an urgent visit:

What to Expect at an Urgent Visit

  1. 01A quick call. Tell us what is happening, and we will arrange the earliest suitable time.
  2. 02A focused exam. Your dentist checks the painful area and takes digital X-rays when needed.
  3. 03Fast relief. We treat the source of your pain or protect the tooth so you feel better.
  4. 04A clear explanation. We explain what happened and what we recommend.
  5. 05A follow-up plan. If more treatment is needed, we go over the steps, timing and cost.
Exterior of Olympic Park Smiles Dental at 23 Canada Olympic Common SW, Calgary

Why Choose Olympic Park Smiles Dental

  • Time reserved in our schedule for dental emergencies and urgent visits.
  • A 4.9 Google rating from more than 120 five-star reviews.
  • A three-doctor team: Dr. Lissandre Colbran, Dr. Brendan Kalin and Dr. Kevin Kalin.
  • Gentle care and oral sedation options for patients who feel anxious.
  • Modern technology, including digital X-rays and intraoral cameras, for quick and accurate diagnosis.
  • A convenient location at 23 Canada Olympic Common SW.

Cost of Urgent Dental Care

The cost of urgent dental care depends on what is causing your pain and the treatment you need. We will explain your options and answer your questions once we have examined you. Call (403) 300-2224 for a personalized quote. You can also visit our Financial Options section, or read about the Canadian Dental Care Plan on our CDCP page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Urgent dental care covers problems that cause pain, swelling or risk to a tooth. That includes severe toothaches, infections, broken or cracked teeth, lost fillings or crowns and injuries to the mouth.

Signs include a throbbing toothache, a pimple-like bump on the gum, a bad taste, swelling in the face or gums and sensitivity to hot or cold. An abscess needs prompt care, so call us right away. If swelling makes it hard to breathe or swallow, go to the emergency room.

Rinse gently with warm salt water and hold a cold compress against the outside of your cheek. Over-the-counter pain relievers can help if they are safe for you and used as directed on the label. Avoid very hot or cold foods and do not place medication directly on the gum.

Pain around a wisdom tooth can come from infection, pressure or crowding. Call us and we will do our best to see you quickly. We also offer a free consultation for wisdom teeth to review your options.

Yes. We reserve time in our schedule for dental emergencies and urgent visits. If you have pain, swelling or a dental injury, call (403) 300-2224 right away and we will do our best to see you as soon as possible.

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