Emergency Dentist in Kanata
Dental emergencies can happen unexpectedly. Whether you are experiencing severe tooth pain, a broken
tooth, swelling, or another urgent dental concern, the team at Silver 7 Dental in Kanata is here to help.
We provide prompt assessment and emergency dental care for patients in Kanata, Stittsville, and
surrounding Ottawa communities. Our goal is to relieve discomfort, identify the cause of the problem,
and provide the most appropriate treatment whenever possible.
If you are experiencing a dental emergency, contact Silver 7 Dental as soon as possible to request
an emergency dental appointment.
What Is Considered a Dental Emergency?
A dental problem may require urgent attention when there is significant pain, swelling, infection, bleeding,
or damage to a tooth.
• Severe toothache
• Broken or fractured teeth
• Chipped teeth
• Dental abscesses
• Facial or gum swelling
• Lost or broken fillings
• Loose or damaged crowns
• Dental trauma
• Knocked-out teeth
• Pain when biting
• Wisdom tooth pain or infection
• Gum infections
• Broken dentures
• Problems following dental treatment
If you are unsure whether your situation is an emergency, contact our office. Our dental team can help
determine how urgently you should be assessed.
Severe Toothache
A persistent or severe toothache should not be ignored. Tooth pain may be caused by deep tooth decay,
an infected dental nerve, a cracked tooth, a dental abscess, gum infection, problems around a wisdom
tooth, or trauma.
During your emergency appointment, we will examine the area and may take digital X-rays to determine
the cause of the pain. Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may include a filling, root canal treatment,
extraction, or another appropriate procedure.
Dental Abscess and Swelling
Swelling around a tooth or in the gums can sometimes indicate an infection. Signs may include toothache,
swollen gums, facial swelling, sensitivity to pressure, a bad taste, pus or drainage, or difficulty chewing.
Dental infections should be assessed promptly because they can sometimes spread beyond the affected
tooth. Treatment may involve drainage, root canal therapy, tooth extraction, periodontal treatment, or other
care depending on the cause.
Antibiotics may be prescribed when clinically appropriate, but antibiotics alone do not always eliminate the
source of a dental infection.
Broken or Cracked Tooth
A tooth may fracture because of biting something hard, large existing fillings, dental trauma, tooth
grinding, or decay weakening the tooth.
Treatment depends on the extent of the damage and may include a composite restoration, dental crown,
root canal treatment, or extraction when the tooth cannot reasonably be restored. Whenever possible, our
goal is to preserve the natural tooth.
Lost or Broken Filling
A lost or broken filling can expose the underlying tooth and may cause sensitivity or discomfort. Avoid
chewing hard foods on the affected side and contact our dental office for an assessment.
Depending on the condition of the remaining tooth, treatment may involve replacing the filling or
recommending a stronger restoration such as a dental crown.
Lost or Broken Dental Crown
If a crown becomes loose or comes off, keep the crown and contact our office. Do not attempt to
permanently glue the crown yourself.
Our dentist will examine the tooth to determine whether the existing crown can be recemented or whether
additional treatment or a replacement crown is required.
Knocked-Out Permanent Tooth
A knocked-out permanent tooth is one of the most time-sensitive dental emergencies.
• Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root.
• Avoid scrubbing or touching the root.
• If dirty, gently rinse it without scraping it.
• If possible, place the tooth back into its socket.
• If this cannot be done, keep it moist in an appropriate storage medium such as milk.
• Contact a dentist immediately.
The sooner a knocked-out permanent tooth is treated, the better the possibility of preserving it. Do not
attempt to reinsert a knocked-out baby tooth.
Chipped Tooth
A small chipped tooth may not always require immediate treatment, but it should still be assessed. Larger
fractures may expose deeper layers of the tooth and cause sensitivity or pain.
Depending on the extent of the damage, treatment may include tooth-coloured bonding, composite
restoration, a dental crown, root canal treatment, or other restorative care.
Dental Trauma
Accidents, sports injuries, and falls can damage teeth even when there is no obvious fracture. After dental
trauma, a tooth can sometimes develop problems with its nerve or supporting tissues later.
We recommend having injured teeth examined so their condition can be documented and monitored.
Wisdom Tooth Emergencies
Wisdom teeth can occasionally cause pain, gum swelling, difficulty opening the mouth, food trapping,
infection around the tooth, or pain when chewing.
Our dentist can assess the wisdom tooth and surrounding tissues and determine whether treatment,
monitoring, medication, or extraction should be considered.
Emergency Root Canal Treatment
Severe pain from an infected or inflamed dental nerve may sometimes require root canal treatment. Root
canal therapy removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside the tooth, allowing the tooth to be
disinfected and restored.
When appropriate, preserving the natural tooth through root canal treatment may be preferable to
extraction.
Emergency Tooth Extraction
Sometimes a tooth is too severely damaged or infected to be predictably restored. In these situations,
tooth extraction may be recommended.
Before recommending extraction, we evaluate whether the tooth can reasonably be saved. If extraction is
necessary, future tooth-replacement options may include dental implants, dental bridges, or partial
dentures.
Emergency Dental Care at Silver 7 Dental
At Silver 7 Dental, our priorities during an emergency appointment are to identify the source of the
problem, relieve pain whenever possible, control infection when present, protect the affected tooth and
surrounding tissues, explain your treatment options, and develop a plan for definitive treatment.
Some emergencies can be treated completely during the initial appointment, while others may require
temporary treatment followed by another visit.
What to Expect During Your Emergency Dental Visit
1. Emergency Assessment: We ask about your symptoms, when they began, and your medical and
dental history.
2. Dental Examination: The dentist examines the affected tooth, gums, bite, and surrounding tissues.
3. Digital X-Rays When Needed: X-rays may help identify decay, infection, fractures, bone changes, or
other problems.
4. Diagnosis: We explain the likely cause of the problem whenever a diagnosis can be established.
5. Treatment Options: We discuss recommended treatment, alternatives, and next steps.
6. Emergency Treatment: Depending on your condition and available appointment time, treatment may
be performed during the same visit or scheduled as soon as appropriate.
Why Choose Silver 7 Dental for Emergency Dental Care?
Silver 7 Dental provides comprehensive dental care in one convenient Kanata location.
• Emergency dental assessments
• Family and general dentistry
• Root canal treatment
• Tooth extractions
• Restorative dentistry
• Dental implants
• Dentures and an on-site denturist
• Direct insurance billing
• Evening and Saturday appointments
• Modern dental technology
• Care for children, adults, and seniors
Having several dental services available within the same clinic can make it easier to continue treatment
after the immediate emergency has been managed.
Emergency Dentist Near Kanata and Stittsville
Silver 7 Dental is conveniently located in Kanata and welcomes patients from Kanata, Stittsville,
Bridlewood, Glen Cairn, Bells Corners, and surrounding west Ottawa communities.
If you are searching for an emergency dentist in Kanata, contact our office and explain your symptoms
so our team can help determine the appropriate next step.
When Should I Go to a Hospital Instead of a Dentist?
Some conditions require immediate medical attention rather than routine dental treatment. Seek
emergency medical care for difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly increasing facial or neck swelling,
severe uncontrolled bleeding, major facial trauma, loss of consciousness, or symptoms suggesting a
serious medical emergency.
Once medically stable, dental treatment may still be necessary to address the underlying dental problem.