When Is It a True Emergency?
Not every dental issue requires a same-day visit, but some situations demand immediate attention. Severe pain, a knocked-out tooth, uncontrolled oral bleeding, or sudden facial swelling all call for urgent, professional dental care.
What to Do Right Now
If you are experiencing a dental crisis, follow these steps before you arrive at the clinic:
Knocked-out tooth: Handle the tooth strictly by the crown (never the root), rinse it gently with water, and try to keep it moist. Aim to get to the dentist within 30–60 minutes for the best chance of saving it.
Severe toothache: Rinse your mouth with warm salt water and apply a cold compress on the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling.
Broken tooth: Save any broken pieces, rinse your mouth thoroughly, and avoid chewing on that side of your mouth.
Why Same-Day Access Matters
Delaying emergency care significantly increases the risk of dangerous infections and can quickly turn a simple fix into a much more complex (and costly) procedure, such as an extensive root canal. Fortunately, with our dual-dentist structure, Longo Dentistry offers broader appointment availability to handle unexpected urgencies.
Longo Dentistry Is Here When You Need Us
If you are dealing with a severe toothache or a dental emergency in London, Ontario, call us right away — we will get you seen as quickly as possible.
Schedule Your Consultation
If you’re experiencing tooth pain or suspect you need a root canal, don’t wait. Contact Longo Dentistry today:
📍 1221 Dundas Street Unit 1, London, Ontario N5W 3B1
📞 (519) 455-1221
🌐 longodentistry.ca
Let Dr. Shamyla Ashraf, DDS, and Dr. Frank Longo, DDS help restore your smile with precision, compassion, and care you can trust.
