Emergency dentist in Mississauga — call us first, we'll get you in

What to do right now

Here are calm, practical first-aid steps while you get in touch. None of these replace being seen — they just help you hold steady until you're in the chair.

For a knocked-out tooth

• Pick the tooth up by the crown (the white part you chew with), not the root.
• If it's dirty, rinse it gently with milk or clean water for a few seconds. Don't scrub it or wrap it in tissue.
• If you can, slot it back into the socket and bite down softly on a clean cloth to hold it in place.
• If you can't reinsert it, keep it moist — in a small container of milk, or tucked inside your cheek if that's safe to do.
• Call us straight away. A knocked-out permanent tooth is most likely to be saved when it's re-seated quickly, ideally within the hour.

For a broken or chipped tooth

• Save any pieces you can find and bring them with you.
• Rinse your mouth with warm water.
• If there's bleeding, press gently with clean gauze or a cloth.
• Hold a cold compress against your cheek to ease swelling.
• Avoid chewing on that side until we've seen you.

For a lost filling or crown

• Keep the crown if you still have it — often it can be re-cemented.
• Avoid chewing on that side and steer clear of very hot, cold, or sweet foods, which can set off sensitivity.
• A little dental wax or temporary dental cement from the pharmacy can cover a sharp edge for a short while, but book in soon so the tooth is properly protected.

For a severe toothache

• Rinse with warm salt water.
• Floss gently around the sore tooth in case food is trapped.
• Take over-the-counter pain relief as directed on the packet.
• Don't place aspirin directly on the gum — it can burn the tissue.
• Call us so we can find the cause. A bad toothache usually means something needs attention, not just pain relief.

For swelling or a suspected abscess

• Rinse with warm salt water and use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek.
• Don't apply heat to the area.
• Call us the same day — swelling from infection needs prompt care, and again, if it's spreading fast or affecting your breathing or swallowing, go to hospital or call 911.

Same-day care, one dentist, start to finish

We keep room in the schedule for urgent visits because emergencies don't book ahead. When you call (905) 855-2622, tell us what's happening and we'll bring you in as soon as we can — often the same day. The earlier in the day you reach out, the more options we have to see you before we close.

It's Dr. Ravi from the first look to the last stitch. He keeps complex emergency care in-house — from urgent extractions and root canal treatment to crowns, implants, and reconstructive work. You'll work with Dr. Ravi from the first phone call through to the fix — one trusted dentist, all the way through. You can read more about Dr. Ravi's background and training if you'd like to know who you'll be seeing.

We'll always explain what we're seeing and lay out your choices before we begin. If a tooth can be saved, we'll tell you how. If it can't, we'll be straight with you about that too — no pressure, just a clear plan and a clear estimate of what the care involves.

If you're anxious — or the emergency is complex

Dental emergencies are stressful even for people who don't mind the dentist. If fear is part of what's kept you away, or if the work ahead is involved, we offer an IV sedation option to help you feel calmer and more at ease during treatment. It's given and monitored in our office, and we'll talk through whether it's a good fit for you and your health before anything starts. The goal is a more comfortable visit, so the fear of getting help never becomes the reason a small problem turns into a bigger one.

After your emergency visit

Getting you out of pain is the first step, not the whole story. Once the urgent problem is settled, we'll explain what happened and what the tooth needs longer term — sometimes that's a single follow-up, sometimes a short plan to fully restore or protect the tooth. We'll send you home knowing how to care for the area in the meantime: what to eat and avoid for a day or two, how to manage any tenderness, and the signs that mean you should call us back. If your emergency started as a cracked or heavily filled tooth, we may talk about a crown to protect what's left, and Dr. Ravi can often complete that in-house. Nothing is decided on the spot or under pressure — you'll leave with a clear picture of your options and the cost involved.

New patients are welcome — including CDCP

You don't have to be an existing patient to be seen for an emergency. We welcome new patients, and we'd rather you called us in pain than searched around while a tooth got worse. If today's emergency becomes the start of a longer relationship, wonderful — but there's no expectation. Come in, get sorted, and decide from there. Here's what to expect as a new patient whenever you're ready.

We're also accepting patients through the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), which helps eligible Canadian residents with the cost of dental care. If you'd like to know whether you qualify, you can check your eligibility at canada.ca. Bring your coverage details to your visit and we'll help you understand how it applies to the care you need.

Clarkson Village Dental, established in 2002 and owned by Dr. Ravi since 2015, has long looked after local families, and neighbours across Clarkson, Lorne Park and south Mississauga come to us for exactly these moments. Explore all of our services to see the full range of care Dr. Ravi keeps under one roof, or learn more about visiting us as a dentist in Clarkson.

When something's wrong, don't wait it out. Call (905) 855-2622 and we'll take it from here.