Dental Emergency?

Quick answer: A dental emergency is any sudden mouth, tooth, or jaw injury or infection that needs prompt attention to relieve pain or prevent permanent damage. At Redwater Dental Clinic, we reserve emergency slots every day and aim to see urgent patients the same day — call 780-942-4691 during opening hours. Please call before travelling; website requests and texts are not an emergency response service.

How Much Does an Emergency Dental Visit Cost at Redwater Dental Clinic?

2026 pricing: An emergency exam at Redwater Dental Clinic costs just $81.05 at 2026 Alberta Dental Fee Guide rates — and you’ll know the cost of any treatment before we start it. See our full 2026 price list.

Same-Day Emergency Care

Dental emergencies can happen at any time. At Redwater Dental Clinic, we offer prompt emergency care to relieve pain, treat infections, and address urgent dental issues as quickly as possible. Call us right away — we will do our best to see you the same day.

Common Dental Emergencies

• Severe toothache or dental pain
• Knocked-out or displaced tooth
• Broken, cracked, or chipped tooth
• Lost filling or crown
• Dental abscess or infection
• Injury to gums, lips, or jaw

What to Do in an Emergency

Follow these steps and call us immediately:

1. Call 780-942-4691 right away for an emergency appointment
2. For a knocked-out permanent tooth, handle it by the crown, avoid touching the root, keep it moist in milk, and seek dental care immediately. Do not reinsert a baby tooth
3. Apply a cold compress for swelling
4. Take over-the-counter pain relief as needed
5. Call to confirm where and when you can be seen before travelling

If you're in pain or unsure whether something is urgent, call us. We'll help you figure out what's going on and get you in as quickly as possible. Acting sooner usually means simpler treatment and faster relief.

What Counts as a Dental Emergency?

A dental emergency is any situation involving significant pain, bleeding, swelling, signs of infection, or trauma to the teeth, gums, or jaw. If a tooth has been knocked out, acting quickly gives you the best chance of saving it. A dental abscess with fever also needs prompt attention. If you're unsure, just call us — we'll help you determine whether you need same-day care.

Emergency Dentist vs. Emergency Room

Call 911 for difficulty breathing, rapid swelling of the mouth or throat, or severe uncontrolled bleeding. For urgent tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost crown, call a dentist promptly. If our clinic is closed or unavailable, seek another urgent dental service or medical help as appropriate; do not wait for a website callback. See Alberta Health Services guidance on mouth and dental injuries and the ADA dental emergency guide.

Preventing Dental Emergencies

Many emergencies can be avoided with regular checkups, wearing a sports guard during physical activity, and avoiding chewing on ice or hard objects. Treating cavities early prevents the infections and fractures that lead to urgent visits.

Arranging Urgent Dental Care

Call 780-942-4691 and describe what happened, when symptoms began, and whether you have swelling or bleeding. Calling helps the team advise you on the next step and confirm availability.

Can I be seen the same day?

We aim to see urgent patients the same day during opening hours, subject to availability. Call before travelling. A website request does not reserve an emergency appointment.

Does the emergency exam fee include treatment?

The published emergency examination fee is $81.05. X-rays and treatment, if needed, may be additional. The team will explain the recommended care and estimate. See our fee guide.

What are the clinic opening hours?

Regular hours are Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. The clinic is closed Sundays; holiday hours may differ. Call to confirm availability.

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