Emergency Dentist in Cambridge, ON
Dental pain does not wait for a convenient time. A cracked tooth on a Friday evening, a knocked-out tooth on a Sunday, an abscess that starts throbbing at 6 PM on a Tuesday. These things happen, and most dental clinics in Cambridge are closed when they do.
Cambridge Centre Dental Care is open seven days a week, including Sundays. We see emergency patients who are not in our system. You do not need to be an existing patient. Our general dentists, including Dr. Marwan Elaraby, Dr. Mazin Hamdi and Dr. Stephanie Harper, handle urgent dental cases every day at 355 Hespeler Road inside Cambridge Centre Mall.
Call 519-624-4640 and we will get you in as soon as possible. If you are in severe pain, tell the team when you call and we will prioritize your appointment accordingly.
Dental emergency? Call 519-624-4640 now. Open 7 days a week, including Sundays.
Emergencies we treat at our Cambridge clinic
Not sure if your situation counts as an emergency? If you are in pain, call us. The following conditions all require prompt care, and we handle each of them.
Toothache
Persistent or severe tooth pain usually means something is wrong inside the tooth. Decay reaching the nerve, an abscess forming, or a cracked root can all produce sharp, throbbing, or constant pain. Over-the-counter pain medication may reduce discomfort temporarily, but it will not resolve the underlying cause. The sooner the tooth is examined, the more treatment options remain available.
Knocked-out tooth
A knocked-out permanent tooth has the best chance of being saved if a dentist sees it within 30 to 60 minutes of the injury. Pick up the tooth by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently with clean water without scrubbing. If you can, place it back into the socket. If that is not possible, keep it in milk or hold it between your cheek and gum, and get to us immediately.
Cracked or broken tooth
A cracked tooth may cause sharp pain when biting, or sensitivity to temperature that disappears quickly. Some cracks are not visible to the naked eye. Treatment depends on the location and depth of the crack. It may require a crown, a root canal, or in severe cases, extraction. Save any broken pieces and bring them with you. Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to your cheek to reduce swelling.
Dental abscess
An abscess is a bacterial infection, usually at the root of a tooth or in the gum tissue. It produces severe, throbbing pain and often causes swelling in the face or jaw. Left untreated, an abscess can spread to surrounding tissue. This is a genuine medical emergency. Rinse with warm salt water to help draw infection toward the surface, and get to a dentist that day.
Wisdom tooth pain
Pain or pressure at the back of the jaw often comes from wisdom teeth that are impacted, partially erupted, or infected. Swelling, difficulty opening the mouth, or pain that radiates toward the ear are signs that you need to be seen. We can assess the situation and relieve the pain. For more on extractions, see our wisdom teeth removal page.
Lost crown, filling, or broken dental hardware
A lost crown or filling leaves the tooth exposed and vulnerable. It may or may not hurt right away, but the underlying tooth is at risk of further damage. Broken orthodontic brackets or wires can also cause pain or soft tissue injury. Call us; most of these can be assessed and temporarily stabilized the same day.
Emergency root canal
When the soft tissue inside a tooth becomes infected, the infection will not resolve on its own. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp and relieves the pain. Our general dentists perform emergency root canal procedures at our Cambridge clinic. For more on root canal treatment, see our dental restorations page.
Emergency cosmetic repair
A chipped or broken front tooth after trauma can often be repaired with bonding or a crown placed at an emergency appointment. We assess the damage and provide a treatment plan that balances your immediate comfort with the long-term health of the tooth.
Not sure if your situation is an emergency? Call 519-624-4640 and describe your symptoms. We will advise you on next steps.
Why Cambridge patients come to us for emergency care
Several things make Cambridge Centre Dental Care a practical choice when you need urgent dental care.
Open every day, including Sundays
We are open Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Sunday emergency dental care is hard to find in Cambridge. We offer it.
We see patients who are not already in our system
You do not need to be a registered patient to receive emergency care here. If you moved to Cambridge recently, if your usual dentist is closed, or if you have not seen a dentist in years, call us and we will see you.
Sedation is available for anxious patients
A dental emergency is already stressful. If you find dental procedures difficult, oral sedation or IV sedation can make treatment significantly more manageable. For patients who need full general anesthesia, Dr. Firas Al-Qadhi, a Royal College-certified anesthesiologist and staff anesthesiologist at Guelph General Hospital, works with our team. You do not need to white-knuckle an emergency visit.
Sedation Options at Cambridge Centre Dental Care
12 general dentists available across our schedule
Our clinic has 12 general dentists on staff. That depth of coverage means emergency slots are available across all seven days. There is no single practitioner who carries all emergency cases. If one dentist is occupied with a complex case, another can often see you.
Advanced imaging on-site
Our clinic has a Dexis OP3D CBCT 3D X-ray machine for detailed diagnostic imaging. For many emergency cases, a standard X-ray is sufficient. But when a cracked root, abscess location, or complex fracture needs to be mapped precisely, we have the equipment to do it in-house without a referral to an imaging centre.
Free parking at Cambridge Centre Mall
When you are in pain, the last thing you want is a parking problem. We are inside Cambridge Centre Mall at 355 Hespeler Road, Unit 218, with free parking directly outside. We are accessible from Highway 401 and see patients from Galt, Preston, Hespeler, Kitchener, Waterloo, and Guelph.
CDCP and all major insurance plans accepted
Most private insurance plans cover emergency dental procedures, often without a co-payment depending on your plan. We accept all major private insurance, CDCP, NIHB for First Nations and Inuit patients, and IFHP for refugees. We also accept cash, credit, debit, cheque, Interac e-Transfer, and iFinancing.
Cost of emergency dental care in Cambridge
Emergency dental treatment costs vary based on what the problem is and what treatment is needed. A simple examination and pain relief prescription costs far less than an emergency root canal and crown.
Your actual cost depends on the specific procedure required, your insurance plan, and whether you are covered under CDCP. We will give you a treatment cost estimate before starting any procedure. We do not surprise patients with bills after the fact.
If you are a CDCP patient, many emergency procedures including extractions, emergency exams, and certain restorations are covered under the plan for eligible patients. See our Canada Dental Care Plan page for eligibility details.
Frequently asked questions about emergency dental care in Cambridge
No. Cambridge Centre Dental Care sees emergency patients who are not in our system. Call 519-624-4640, describe your situation, and we will schedule you as soon as possible. We treat your case the same way we treat any patient, whether you have been coming to us for years or are walking in for the first time. For toothache, rinse with warm water and take an over-the-counter pain reliever as directed on the packaging. Do not place the medication directly on the tooth or gum. For a knocked-out tooth, keep it moist in milk or saliva. For swelling, apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek for 10 minutes on, 10 minutes off. For bleeding soft tissue, apply gentle pressure with clean gauze or a cloth. Most private dental insurance plans cover emergency procedures. Coverage depends on your specific plan and the procedure required. Emergency exams, X-rays, and extractions are typically covered under basic or comprehensive benefits. Root canals and crowns fall under major services and may have waiting periods or annual maximums depending on your plan. Call our office and we can do a quick benefits check before your appointment. Yes, for eligible patients. The Canada Dental Care Plan covers emergency exams, X-rays, extractions, and certain restorations for Canadians with household incomes under $90,000 who do not have private insurance. Cambridge Centre Dental Care is enrolled in CDCP. If you are unsure whether you qualify, visit our Canada Dental Care Plan page or call Service Canada at 1-833-537-4342 (option 2). Most emergency appointments run 30 to 90 minutes depending on what needs to be done. The initial examination and pain relief are usually addressed in the first visit. Complex procedures like root canals may require a follow-up appointment to complete treatment. We will tell you upfront what to expect before we start. Yes. Oral sedation is available for patients who are anxious about dental treatment. IV sedation is available for more complex cases. Full general anesthesia with a Royal College-certified anesthesiologist is also available at our clinic for patients who need it. Tell us when you call that you would like to discuss sedation options and we will factor that into your booking. Any condition that is causing significant pain, swelling, bleeding, or involves a knocked-out or broken tooth qualifies as a dental emergency. If you are unsure, call us and describe your symptoms. It is always better to call than to wait and find out later that the situation was worse than it appeared. A cracked tooth that does not hurt yet, for example, can develop into a more serious problem within days. We are open Sundays 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM by appointment. Call us on Sunday morning and we will schedule you for that day if we have availability. If you are in severe pain, let the team know when you call.
Call 519-624-4640 or book online at cambridgedentalcenter.ca. Open 7 days a week, including Sundays.
Book an emergency dental appointment in Cambridge
Cambridge Centre Dental Care is at 355 Hespeler Road, Unit 218, inside Cambridge Centre Mall. Free parking is available directly outside the mall entrance. We are accessible from Highway 401 and serve patients across Cambridge, including Galt, Preston, Hespeler, as well as patients from Kitchener, Waterloo, and Guelph.