Emergency Dentist in Vancouver
Call Now: (604)737-1023Â – Book: Emergency Appointment
Are you experiencing a dental emergency? You have come to the right place. West Coast Smile is committed to providing prompt care to relieve your pain caused by oral problems. Our team of dental professionals, with decades of experience in dentistry, will address your immediate dental care needs and, if necessary, discuss long-term care solutions to address the root cause of your issue.
Why Choose Us for Emergency Dentistry?
- Timely Appointments: We prioritize your emergency by aiming to provide same-day or next-day care.
- Comprehensive Services: From broken teeth to dental infections, we handle a variety of urgent dental issues.
- Expert and Compassionate Care: Our highly experienced team, led by Dr. David Cheng ensures a professional and comforting environment during your emergency treatment.
Types of Dental Emergencies
Here at West Coast Smile, our emergency dentist can help address the following urgent dental issues:
- Persistent toothaches unrelieved by over-the-counter medication
- Severely broken teeth needing extraction
- Pain or bleeding due to a broken or dislodged tooth
- Discomfort or nerve exposure from damaged fillings, crowns, bridges, or dentures
- Unstoppable mouth bleeding after 15 minutes of applied pressure
- Swelling in the face, mouth, or neck that hinders breathing, swallowing, or seeing
- Soft tissue injuries in the mouth including gums, tongue, cheeks, or lips
- Fever, pus, or bad odor from a dental abscess or infection
Note: Please visit the nearest hospital or call 911 immediately for life-threatening emergencies.
Book Your Emergency Appointment
In pain and need help? Contact West Coast Smile, your reliable emergency dentist in Vancouver. Reach out during our hours for quick and caring dental solutions or fill out the appointment request form and we will contact you. While we’re not open 24/7, we strive to respond same-day/next-day for calls or appointment requests received during our operational hours. Here are our hours: Monday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Tuesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Wednesday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. | Thursday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. | Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. | Saturday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Sunday: Closed
Emergency Appointment Form
Fill out the form below to request your appointment. We’ll be in touch ASAP.
Dental Emergency FAQs
A dental emergency involves any oral health issue that causes significant discomfort or pain, such as uncontrollable bleeding, severe pain, infections, swelling in the mouth or face, or trauma to the mouth and jaw. If you experience these symptoms, visit West Coast Smile in Vancouver promptly.
Call West Coast Smile at (604) 737-1023 to check availability for same-day or next-day appointments for urgent dental care. You can also submit an online appointment request, and we will contact you to schedule your visit as soon as possible.
Yes, West Coast Smile is open on Saturdays and strives to accommodate emergency appointments on the same day or the next day. We offer a comprehensive range of emergency dental services.
For life-threatening or unbearable dental emergencies, immediate care at a hospital may be necessary. For life-threatening situations, please call 911.
The cost for a limited emergency exam for one issue, including one x-ray, is $100. The emergency exam lasts up to 30 minutes. Please note that treatment costs, if required, are extra and vary based on the nature of the dental issue.
Rinsing with warm salt water or hydrogen peroxide can temporarily ease a toothache. Remove any trapped food particles with gentle flossing and consider over-the-counter pain relievers like Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen. Book an appointment at West Coast Smile for urgent care to address the cause of your pain.