Severe toothache
Rinse with warm water and gently floss to remove any trapped debris. Do not place aspirin directly on the gum. Call us if the pain persists.
Riverdale · The Danforth · Toronto
Dental Emergencies
in pain? we’re here to help
Same-day care for dental emergencies on the Danforth. If you’re in pain or have a knocked-out or broken tooth, call us right away.
In a dental emergency? Call our Riverdale office now — we’ll do our best to see you today.
Call (416) 466-6400 What to do first
If you have a dental emergency in Riverdale or the Danforth, call Broadview Dental Clinic at (416) 466-6400 during office hours — we keep time open for same-day emergencies. After hours, contact the emergency service listed below. For anxious patients, we also offer nitrous oxide sedation to keep you comfortable.
Step by Step
What to do in a dental emergency
1
Call us right away
Call Broadview Dental Clinic at (416) 466-6400 during office hours. We reserve time for same-day emergencies and will tell you exactly what to do next.
2
Ease the pain and protect the tooth
Rinse gently with warm salt water and hold a cold compress against your cheek to reduce swelling. For a knocked-out tooth, keep it moist in milk or saliva — handle it by the crown, not the root — and bring it with you.
3
Come in for same-day care
During office hours we will see you as soon as possible. If you cannot reach us after hours, use the after-hours emergency service listed below.
Common Dental Emergencies
Until you can see us
General guidance for the most common emergencies — but when in doubt, call us. These are not a substitute for being seen by a dentist.
Knocked-out tooth
Handle the tooth by the crown, rinse it gently, and keep it moist in milk or saliva. Getting to a dentist quickly gives the best chance of saving it.
Chipped or broken tooth
Save any pieces, rinse your mouth with warm water, and use a cold compress for swelling. We can often repair the tooth the same day.
Lost filling or crown
Keep the crown if you have it and avoid chewing on that side. Call us to have it re-cemented or replaced before the tooth is damaged further.
Swelling or abscess
Facial swelling or a painful bump on the gum can signal infection. Rinse with warm salt water and contact us promptly — this should not be left untreated.
After-Hours Emergencies
Can’t reach us after hours?
If you cannot reach us and have a dental emergency after hours, please contact:
Dental Emergency Services
1650 Yonge Street (2 blocks north of St. Clair Avenue)
Toronto, ON
During office hours, always call our Riverdale office first at (416) 466-6400 or request an appointment. Learn more about our emergency dental care.