Emergency Dentist in North York
A dental emergency is stressful. Call us during office hours, tell us what happened, and we will do our best to see you as soon as possible.
If you need an emergency dentist in North York, call Emerald Forest Dental at (416) 792-7707 during office hours: Monday to Friday 10 to 7 and Saturday 10 to 4. We will do our best to see you as soon as possible. For severe swelling, trouble breathing or a serious injury after hours, go to a hospital emergency department.
- Typical time
- Varies; the first visit focuses on relief and diagnosis
- Who it's for
- Anyone with dental pain, injury, swelling or broken dental work
- Coverage
- Emergency exams and treatment are often partly covered by insurance; check your plan
- Recovery
- Depends on the treatment needed
About emergency dentist
When you call, tell us what happened, when it started and how much it hurts. Our team will ask a few questions to understand how urgent it is and will do our best to fit you in as soon as possible. We offer same-day emergency visits whenever we can. Our hours are Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We are closed on Sundays.
Some problems should not wait for a dental office. If your face or neck is swelling quickly, you have trouble breathing or swallowing, you have a high fever with dental swelling, or you were hurt in a fall or accident that may have injured your jaw or head, go to the nearest hospital emergency department or call 911. These signs can mean a spreading infection or an injury that needs hospital care.
At your emergency visit, the first goal is to find the cause and ease your pain. Your dentist will examine the area, usually take an X-ray and explain what is going on in plain words. Sometimes the problem can be fully fixed that day. Other times, your dentist will give you short-term relief and book a follow-up visit for the full repair, such as a crown or root canal treatment.
Common dental emergencies
- Strong or throbbing tooth pain that keeps you up at night
- A tooth that is knocked out, loose or pushed out of place
- A broken or cracked tooth with a sharp edge or pain
- Swelling of the gums, cheek or jaw
- A lost crown or filling that leaves a tooth sensitive
Benefits
- We will try to fit you in as soon as possible
- An exam and X-ray to find the cause, not just mask the pain
- Clear explanations of your options before treatment
- Short walk from Don Mills station, with underground parking
What to expect
- Call usPhone during office hours and describe what happened, so we can judge how urgent it is.
- Follow first-aid adviceWe may give you tips to manage pain or protect a tooth until you arrive.
- Exam and X-rayYour dentist checks the problem area and takes images to find the cause.
- Relief and optionsWe explain what we found and treat the urgent problem or give short-term relief.
- Plan the follow-upIf more work is needed, we book a visit to complete the repair.
Aftercare
- Follow any medicine or rinse instructions your dentist gives you.
- Chew on the other side until the tooth has been fully repaired.
- Call us if pain or swelling gets worse instead of better after treatment.
Cost and coverage
The fee for an emergency visit depends on the exam, X-rays and any treatment you need that day, with the ODA suggested fee guide usually used as a reference. Emergency exams and many treatments, such as fillings or starting a root canal, are often partly covered by insurance. Our front desk can help you check your plan, and you can ask us how CDCP may apply. LendCare payment plans are available for larger treatment.
Our promise: we confirm your coverage and explain the cost before treatment.
Your dental team
Dr. Hamed Jannati, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Ye Zhang, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Kasra Badii, DDS
General Dentist
Treatment is provided by our dentists. Dr. Ardeshir Ranjbari is a registered specialist in periodontics; our other dentists are general dentists. Some complex cases may be referred to a specialist.
Emergency Dentist FAQ
Can I be seen the same day?
Please call us as early as you can during office hours. We will do our best to see you as soon as possible. Our team will also give you advice on what to do until your visit.
What should I do if it happens on a Sunday or at night?
We are closed Sundays and after 7 p.m. on weekdays and 4 p.m. on Saturdays. For severe swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, or a serious injury, go to a hospital emergency department. For other problems, call us when we open.
Is a toothache an emergency?
A mild toothache can usually wait for a regular visit, but pain that is severe, throbbing, or comes with swelling or fever should be seen soon. These can be signs of infection.
What should I bring to an emergency visit?
Bring your insurance details, a list of medicines you take and any broken pieces of tooth or dental work. If a tooth was knocked out, bring it in milk or saliva.
Do you see new patients for emergencies?
Call us and explain what is happening. We will do our best to help, whether or not you have been to our clinic before. New patients are welcome for emergency visits.
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We see patients from across North York and nearby areas, including North York, Don Mills, Parkway Forest, Henry Farm, Willowdale, Scarborough, Richmond Hill, Markham.
This page is general information and is not a substitute for an exam. Your dentist will recommend what's right for you. Reviewed by: Dr. Hamed Jannati, DDS. Last updated 2026-10-26.
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