If you have a dental emergency during office hours, call Stonehill Dental at 905-574-2222. Every attempt will be made to see you the same day. We are open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, at 841 Upper Wentworth Street on the Hamilton Mountain.
If you have severe swelling that affects your breathing or swallowing, heavy bleeding that will not stop, or a serious injury to your face or jaw, go to the nearest hospital emergency department or call 911.
What counts as a dental emergency?
- A severe or throbbing toothache
- A knocked-out or loosened adult tooth
- A broken or cracked tooth
- Swelling of the face or gums, or a suspected abscess
- A lost filling or crown, or a broken denture
- Bleeding after an extraction that does not stop
What to do until you see us
Knocked-out adult tooth
Pick the tooth up by the crown (the white part), not the root. If it is dirty, rinse it briefly with milk or water without scrubbing. If you can, gently put it back in its socket and bite on a clean cloth. If not, keep it in a container of milk and call us right away. Time matters.
Toothache
Rinse with warm water and gently floss to remove any trapped food. A cold compress on the outside of your cheek can help with swelling. Do not put aspirin directly on the gum.
Broken or chipped tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water, save any pieces, and use a cold compress if your lip or cheek is swollen.
Lost filling or crown
Keep the crown if you have it and bring it with you. Avoid chewing on that side until you are seen.
Common questions
Do you see emergency patients who are not regular patients?
Yes. Call us at 905-574-2222 and our team will do its best to fit you in the same day.
What if my emergency happens after hours or on a weekend?
Our office is closed evenings and weekends. For severe swelling, uncontrolled bleeding or a facial injury, go to the nearest hospital emergency department. For other problems, call us when we open.
Is a toothache always an emergency?
Not always, but pain, swelling or a fever can be signs of infection. Call us so we can advise you and arrange a visit.