An emergency? Call us first
A fall, a broken tooth, pain that wakes them at night: dental emergencies often come without warning. Call us, describe the situation and we'll tell you what to do, then do what it takes to see your child quickly.
Which situations?
Permanent tooth knocked out
This is the true emergency: the tooth can often be put back if we act within the hour. Keep it in milk and call immediately.
Broken or chipped tooth
Rinse the mouth with water, keep the piece if possible and call us.
Pain, swelling or abscess
A swollen cheek or a bump on the gum needs a prompt assessment. With fever or trouble swallowing, go to the hospital emergency department.
Injured lip, tongue or cheek
Apply pressure with a clean compress. If bleeding doesn't stop after 10 to 15 minutes, seek care without delay.
How it goes
Four simple steps when it happens.
Stay calm and call
Dial 514-935-5587. Your calm reassures your child. Outside opening hours: [To be confirmed by the clinic]
Describe the situation
Your child's age, what happened, whether it hurts, whether a tooth is loose or missing. A photo can help.
Follow the first steps
We tell you what to do right away: tooth in milk, cold compress, rinsing, and what to avoid.
We see your child
We give you the earliest possible time, relieve the pain and plan what comes next.
Frequently asked questions
A baby tooth fell out after a fall. Should it be put back?
No. A baby tooth is never replanted, to avoid damaging the permanent tooth underneath. Call us anyway to check the gum and neighbouring teeth.
A permanent tooth was knocked out. What do I do?
Hold it by the crown (not the root), rinse gently with water without scrubbing, and place it in milk or in your child's cheek if they're old enough. Call immediately: time matters.
My child has a toothache. What can I do while waiting?
Rinse with warm water, gently remove any stuck food with floss and apply a cold compress to the cheek if it's swollen. A children's pain reliever can help, at the dosage indicated. Don't put aspirin on the gum.
What about outside opening hours?
[To be confirmed by the clinic]. In case of fever, significant facial swelling or difficulty breathing or swallowing, go directly to the hospital emergency department.
Other services
- First visitA gentle first meeting, starting with the first tooth
- Cleaning & preventionCleanings, fluoride and sealants to keep teeth healthy
- FillingsTreating cavities on baby teeth and permanent teeth
- Laughing gasLight relaxation for anxious children, while staying awake
- General anesthesiaCare grouped into one visit, for complex cases
Need help now?
Call us at 514-935-5587. For something less pressing, request an appointment online.