University Heights, NW Calgary
Conveniently located near Foothills Medical Centre and the University of Calgary area.
Urgent dental care
Emergency Dentist in Calgary
If you're dealing with tooth pain, a broken tooth, swelling or another urgent dental problem, call Uxbridge Dental Care for our earliest available appointment. We try to accommodate same-day dental emergencies whenever possible.
New Patients Welcome
You do not need to be an existing patient to call about a dental emergency.
CDCP Accepted
We accept CDCP patients and can direct bill CDCP.
Learn about CDCPDirect Billing Available
We direct bill most dental insurance plans. Coverage depends on your plan and treatment.
Common urgent problems
What Counts as a Dental Emergency?
These are common reasons people call for urgent dental care. This list is not a diagnosis — if you are unsure, call us.
Severe or Persistent Toothache
Significant or worsening tooth pain should be assessed — many different dental problems can cause pain.
Root canal treatmentBroken, Cracked or Chipped Tooth
Urgency depends on the damage, pain, and any exposed tooth structure. Call for a prompt assessment.
Crowns & restorationsKnocked-Out Permanent Tooth
A knocked-out permanent tooth is time-sensitive. Call a dentist immediately for guidance.
Dental Swelling or Possible Infection
Swelling, infection symptoms, or a possible abscess need prompt dental assessment. Severe symptoms may require medical care.
Lost Filling or Crown
Keep the restoration if you have it and call so we can assess the tooth and discuss next steps.
Crowns & restorationsDental Trauma or Injury
Accidents, falls, and sports-related injuries to the teeth or mouth should be assessed promptly.
Sports mouthguardsWisdom Tooth Pain
Significant pain or swelling related to wisdom teeth may need urgent evaluation.
Extractions & wisdom teethBroken Denture
If a denture breaks or becomes unusable, call so we can advise on assessment and repair options.
DenturesNot sure if it's an emergency? Call Uxbridge Dental Care.
Call 403-906-2820First steps
What to Do During a Dental Emergency
Use these conservative first steps, then call the clinic promptly if you are unsure what to do.
Severe tooth pain
Call the clinic promptly for the earliest available appointment. Avoid delaying assessment if pain is significant or worsening.
Broken or cracked tooth
Call for guidance. Keep any tooth fragments if available, and avoid chewing on the affected side until you are seen.
Knocked-out permanent tooth
This is time-sensitive. Call a dentist immediately for guidance rather than waiting to see if symptoms improve.
Swelling or possible infection
Call for a prompt dental assessment. If breathing or swallowing becomes difficult, or swelling worsens rapidly, seek emergency medical care.
Lost crown or filling
Keep the restoration if you have it and call the clinic so the tooth can be assessed.
Bleeding after trauma
Call the clinic for guidance. If bleeding is significant or uncontrolled, seek emergency medical care.
These tips are general guidance only and are not a substitute for professional assessment. Do not delay care if you are concerned.
What to expect
What Happens at an Emergency Dental Appointment?
Diagnosis comes before treatment. Not every emergency is fully resolved at the first visit.
Call the Clinic
Tell us what is happening. We will share the earliest available appointment information.
Tell Us What Happened
Share symptoms, injury details, and any other information that helps us prepare for your visit.
Examination and Diagnosis
The dentist assesses the problem and may recommend imaging where appropriate — not every case requires X-rays.
Discuss Treatment Options
You will hear findings, immediate priorities, and appropriate options in plain language.
Treatment or Stabilization
Where appropriate and feasible, treatment may begin. Sometimes the first visit focuses on stabilization, with follow-up planned.
Follow-Up or Referral
Some situations need another appointment or referral to an appropriate specialist or provider.
After assessment
Treatment Depends on What's Causing the Problem
The right treatment depends on the cause and extent of the problem. Your dentist will first assess the area and explain the appropriate options.
Root Canal Treatment
May be considered when the pulp inside a tooth is affected — only after diagnosis.
Learn moreDental Crowns & Restorations
May help restore damaged or compromised teeth when clinically appropriate.
Learn moreTooth Extraction
May be recommended in some cases, including certain wisdom-tooth situations. Some cases are referred.
Learn moreOther Appropriate Care
Depending on the diagnosis, care may include another restorative approach, monitoring, stabilization, follow-up, or referral.
Safety
When a Dental Emergency May Need Medical Attention
Some mouth or facial emergencies may require urgent medical care rather than waiting for a dental appointment. If you are having difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant uncontrolled bleeding, severe facial trauma, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms, seek emergency medical care.
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Severe or rapidly worsening facial swelling
- Uncontrolled or significant bleeding
- Serious facial or head trauma
- Other potentially life-threatening symptoms
Why Uxbridge
Why Call Uxbridge Dental Care for an Emergency?
We Welcome New Patients
Emergency callers do not need to already be established patients.
We Try to Accommodate Same-Day Emergencies
Same-day visits are not guaranteed. Call for the earliest available appointment.
University Heights, NW Calgary
A convenient location for patients near Foothills and the University of Calgary area. University Heights
CDCP Accepted
We accept CDCP and can direct bill CDCP. Coverage depends on eligibility and treatment. About CDCP
Direct Billing
We direct bill most dental insurance plans, subject to your plan and coverage.
Coordinated Care and Referrals
If a situation needs care outside our scope, we can help coordinate an appropriate referral.
Location
Emergency Dental Care in University Heights, NW Calgary
We’re in the Uxborough Building near Foothills Medical Centre and the Calgary Cancer Centre. Looking for a dentist near Foothills Medical Centre or care in University Heights? Call us for the earliest available emergency appointment.
Parking
Complimentary parking is available at the Uxborough Building for patients during their appointments.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 am – 4:00 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 am – 7:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am – 4:00 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am – 4:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am – 2:00 pm* |
| Saturday | 8:00 am – 2:00 pm** |
* Summer hours may vary
** Alternating Saturdays
FAQ
Emergency Dental Care Questions
Can Uxbridge see me for a dental emergency today?
Uxbridge tries to accommodate same-day dental emergencies whenever possible. Call for the earliest available appointment — same-day care is not guaranteed.
Do I need to be an existing patient?
No. Uxbridge is accepting new patients, including people calling about urgent dental problems.
What is considered a dental emergency?
Dental emergencies often include significant tooth pain, broken or knocked-out teeth, swelling or possible infection, lost fillings or crowns, dental trauma, wisdom-tooth pain, and other urgent problems. If you are unsure, call us.
What should I do if a permanent tooth is knocked out?
A knocked-out permanent tooth is time-sensitive. Call a dentist immediately for guidance. Do not delay assessment.
What should I do for severe tooth pain?
Call the clinic for the earliest available appointment. Significant or worsening pain should be assessed rather than managed by guessing at a cause from symptoms alone.
Can you treat dental swelling or an abscess?
Uxbridge can assess dental causes of swelling or possible infection and discuss appropriate next steps. Severe symptoms — such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, or rapidly worsening facial swelling — may require emergency medical care.
Do you accept CDCP for emergency dental care?
Yes. Uxbridge accepts CDCP and can direct bill CDCP. Actual coverage depends on eligibility, plan rules, and the treatment needed.
Do you direct bill dental insurance?
Uxbridge direct bills most dental insurance plans. Coverage and eligible amounts depend on your individual plan.
Should I go to the hospital for a dental emergency?
Many dental emergencies can begin with a call to the dental clinic. Seek emergency medical care for difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant uncontrolled bleeding, severe facial trauma, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms.
Need Emergency Dental Care?
Call Uxbridge Dental Care for our earliest available appointment. We try to accommodate same-day dental emergencies whenever possible.