Dental emergencies never happen at a convenient time. Whether it’s sudden tooth pain, a cracked tooth, or a knocked-out tooth, we’re here to help.
At Maple Ridge Smiles Dental, our compassionate team offers emergency dental care in Maple Ridge, with same-day appointments available Tuesday through Saturday. You don’t need to be a current patient. If you’re in pain, call us right away and we’ll do our best to see you promptly.
If you’re unsure whether your situation qualifies as an
emergency, don’t worry — just call us. Some of the most common emergencies we
see include:
Dental emergencies include severe tooth pain, knocked-out or broken teeth, bleeding gums, infections, or facial swelling. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to call a dentist.
Yes! We welcome new patients for dental emergencies. If you’re in pain or have suffered dental trauma, call us and we’ll do our best to see you the same day.
Gently rinse the tooth (don’t touch the root) and try to place it back in the socket. If that’s not possible, keep it in milk or between your cheek and gums and call us immediately.
Yes — Maple Ridge Smiles Dental offers same-day emergency dental care from Tuesday to Saturday. Call early for the best chance of same-day care.
Leave a message with our answering service. We’ll follow up first thing when our office reopens to arrange urgent care.
There are a few precautions you can take to avoid future dental emergencies. Our most important piece of advice is to treat your teeth with care & respect. You only get one set of permanent teeth! Stopping bad habits like nail biting or chewing on pens & other inedible objects can go a long way in preventing future dental disasters.
Improvements to your dietary habits can also contribute to dental longevity. Eating ice or hard & sticky candy is rough on your teeth & will wear them down or even loosen them. If certain foods take extra effort to chew, it’s probably best to avoid them.
Athletes & kids who play sports should always wear protective mouthguards during physical activities. These can be purchased at the store or from a dentist. An athletic mouthguard that fits well is more likely to prevent injuries, so make sure to have a dentist take a look at yours. Even minor teeth shifting can affect how your mouthguard fits.
If you’re having problems with a store-bought sports mouthguard, the dentist can usually make one that’s better for comfort & protection. After all, you’re more likely to wear a mouthguard when it fits nicely! Get in the habit of bringing your mouthguard to every dental appointment in case it needs adjustment.
Keeping these tips in mind can save you a lifetime of dental visits & expenses. We’re happy to care for you during a dental emergency, but we’d prefer you avoid one in the first place!
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