Urgent Dental Care in Edmonton
Some dental problems cannot wait for a routine visit, but they are not a trauma either. A tooth that aches when you chew, an infected tooth, or a wisdom tooth that keeps flaring up all need prompt, planned treatment. At Edmonton West Dental in NW Edmonton, our team helps you get out of pain and protect the tooth with root canal treatment or wisdom teeth removal.
If you have a knocked-out tooth, a facial injury, heavy bleeding or swelling that is spreading, that is a dental emergency. Please see our Emergency Dentist page or call us right away at 780-652-1280.
Urgent Dental Care
When Dental Care Is Urgent
Book an urgent visit if you notice any of the following:
- A toothache that lingers or wakes you at night
- Pain or sensitivity to hot and cold that does not fade
- A swollen, tender gum near one tooth
- A wisdom tooth that is sore, partly erupted or repeatedly inflamed
- A cracked tooth that hurts when you bite
Treatments
Urgent Dental Care Treatments We Offer
Root Canal Treatment
Root canal therapy removes infection from inside the tooth so you can keep your natural tooth. It is done with local anaesthetic and is usually completed in a single appointment.
Learn more about root canal treatmentWisdom Teeth Removal
Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out. We review your X-rays with you first and only recommend removal when it makes sense for your health.
Learn more about wisdom teeth removalComfort and Sedation Options
If dental visits make you anxious, ask our team about sedation dentistry. We will explain the options available to you before your appointment.
Before Your Visit
- Call us at 780-652-1280 and describe your symptoms so we can book the right amount of time.
- Tell us about any medications you take and any allergies.
- Bring your insurance details, including your NIHB, CDCP or Alberta Adult Health Benefit information if it applies.
- Eat a light meal beforehand unless we tell you otherwise.
After Your Treatment
- Avoid chewing on the treated area until the freezing wears off.
- Take pain relief as directed by your dentist.
- Keep brushing and flossing gently, and avoid very hot, hard or sticky foods for a few days.
- Call us if pain, swelling or fever gets worse instead of better.
Cost, Insurance and Direct Billing
We bill your insurance directly, and we follow the Alberta Dental Association Fee Guide. We accept NIHB, CDCP, Alberta Adult Health Benefit and WCB. Our front desk can explain your coverage before treatment starts.
Why us
Why Choose Edmonton West Dental for Urgent Care
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Located in NW Edmonton, serving families since 2019
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Free parking and accessible entry
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Accepting new patients
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Clear explanations before any treatment
Urgent Dental Care FAQs
What is the difference between urgent dental care and an emergency dentist?
Urgent care covers problems that need prompt, planned treatment such as an infected tooth or a troublesome wisdom tooth. Emergency care covers trauma, severe pain and spreading swelling that need attention right away.
How soon can I be seen for a toothache?
Call us as early as you can. We hold slots open for urgent needs, and we will book the soonest time we can.
Do you accept new patients with urgent problems?
Yes. We are accepting new patients, and a new patient visit includes a full hour.
Will I need a root canal?
Only an exam and X-rays can tell. If the nerve of the tooth is infected, a root canal is often the best way to keep your natural tooth.
Does my insurance cover urgent dental care?
Many plans do. We offer direct billing and accept NIHB, CDCP, Alberta Adult Health Benefit and WCB. Call us and we will check for you.
What if I am afraid of the dentist?
Let us know. We can talk through comfort and sedation options before we begin.
Ready when you are
Book Your Urgent Dental Visit in Edmonton
Edmonton West Dental, 21553 Chief Lapotac Blvd NW, #101, Edmonton, AB T7X 3Y3
Phone: 780-652-1280
Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9 AM to 5 PM; Tue 11 AM to 7 PM; Sat and Sun closed