Emergency dentist in Leduc
In pain right now? Call us first. We keep room in the schedule for urgent visits and aim to see you same-week where possible, so you are not left waiting with a problem that hurts.
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An emergency dentist treats dental pain and damage that cannot safely wait, like a severe toothache, a broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth, or a lost filling. If you are hurting in Leduc, call TLC Family Dental at 780.980.5115. Dr. Lesko keeps urgent slots open and will get you seen as soon as possible, often same-week where possible.
Dental emergencies we help with
If any of these are happening, call us and tell us what you feel. Quick first-aid steps below can ease pain and protect the tooth.
Severe toothache
Constant, throbbing, or worsening tooth pain often signals decay reaching the nerve or an infection. Rinse with warm salt water and call us, since this rarely settles on its own.
Suspected infection or abscess
A pimple-like bump on the gum, a bad taste, or swelling means infection. This needs prompt care, so call us soon and watch for any swelling that spreads.
Broken or chipped tooth
Save any pieces if you can and keep them moist. A jagged edge can cut your tongue, so cover it with dental wax or sugar-free gum until we see you.
Knocked-out tooth
Act fast, because a permanent tooth has the best chance if treated within an hour. Handle it by the crown, gently rinse it, and try to slot it back in or keep it in milk.
Lost filling or crown
A missing filling or crown leaves the tooth exposed and tender to hot, cold, and pressure. Keep the crown if you have it, avoid that side, and call us to have it recemented or replaced.
Pain after a recent procedure
Some tenderness is normal, but sharp or rising pain after a filling, extraction, or root canal is worth a call. We would rather hear from you and check than leave you worrying.
Why families call TLC in a dental emergency
Urgent slots held
We protect time in each day for emergencies, so you are not pushed weeks out when you are in pain.
Talk to a real team
Call 780.980.5115 and describe what you feel. We triage by phone and tell you what to do right away.
One office, full care
From the X-ray to the fix, Dr. Lesko handles most emergencies here in Leduc without sending you elsewhere.
Calm, gentle approach
Emergencies are stressful. We move at your pace, explain everything, and offer oral sedation for anxious patients.
Common emergencies and what to do first
Severe toothache or suspected infection
A toothache that throbs, wakes you at night, or comes with swelling usually means decay has reached the nerve or an infection has set in. This is the most common dental emergency we treat, and it rarely improves without care.
Rinse with warm salt water, take pain relief you would normally use, and call us. Dr. Lesko finds the source and treats it, often with a filling, root canal, or, if needed, an extraction.
- Rinse with warm salt water to soothe the area
- Use a cold compress on the cheek for swelling
- Do not place aspirin directly on the gum, it can burn the tissue
- Call us if swelling spreads to the face, eye, or neck
Broken or chipped tooth
A cracked, broken, or chipped tooth can range from a minor cosmetic chip to a painful fracture that exposes the nerve. Even a small break is worth a call, because the tooth is more vulnerable once the protective enamel is gone.
Save any fragments in milk or water, rinse your mouth gently, and cover sharp edges with dental wax. Dr. Lesko checks how deep the damage goes and rebuilds the tooth with bonding, a crown, or other repair.
Knocked-out tooth, act fast
A knocked-out adult tooth is a true emergency where minutes matter. The sooner you reach us, the better the chance of saving it, ideally within an hour. Pick the tooth up by the crown, never the root, and gently rinse off dirt without scrubbing.
If you can, slip it back into the socket and bite softly on gauze. If not, keep it in milk (or tucked in your cheek for an adult) and head to us right away.
- Handle the tooth by the crown only, not the root
- Rinse gently, do not scrub or dry it
- Reinsert it if you can, or store it in milk
- Call us on the way so we are ready for you
Lost filling or crown
A lost filling or crown leaves the inner tooth exposed, which often makes it sensitive to hot, cold, sweet, and chewing pressure. It is uncomfortable but usually not as urgent as a knock-out, though the tooth can decay or break further if it is left open.
Keep the crown if it came off in one piece and bring it in. Avoid chewing on that side, keep the area clean, and call us so Dr. Lesko can recement or replace it before more damage sets in.
What happens when you call with a dental emergency
Call us
Phone 780.980.5115 and tell us what is going on. We listen, give you first-aid guidance, and find you the soonest visit, often same-week where possible.
Quick exam
When you arrive, Dr. Lesko examines the tooth and the area around it, takes any X-ray needed, and pinpoints exactly what is causing the pain.
Ease the pain
The first goal is relief. Dr. Lesko numbs the area, settles the immediate problem, and explains what he found in plain language.
Plan the fix
Together you decide the next step, whether that is a filling, crown, root canal, or extraction. You get a clear written estimate, and payment plans are available.
Comfort & calm
Comfortable care when you are already stressed
Pain and the unknown are a hard combination, so our first job is to help you feel safe. Dr. Lesko and the team explain what is happening, numb the area thoroughly, and check in with you throughout. For patients who feel anxious in the chair, oral sedation is available to help you relax during treatment. You set the pace, and we will never rush you through an appointment.
Learn about oral sedation →Insurance & payment
Direct billing, made simple.
We direct bill the major Canadian insurers and welcome Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) patients. Every case is different, so Dr. Lesko gives you a clear written estimate after your exam, and payment plans are available.
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Care led by Dr. Kyle Lesko.
Dr. Lesko was born and raised in the Edmonton area, with deep family roots in Beaumont, generations of family in the French community and on the family farm. He earned his BSc and DDS at the University of Alberta and chose to build his practice serving Leduc families. You see the same dentist who knows your history at every visit.
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Do I have a dental emergency, or can it wait?
Call us if you have severe or worsening pain, swelling, bleeding that will not stop, a knocked-out or loose adult tooth, or a broken tooth that hurts. When in doubt, phone 780.980.5115 and describe it. We would rather you call and hear it is fine than wait on something that needs prompt care.
When is a dental emergency actually a 911 call?
Call 911 right away for facial swelling that affects your breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or any injury involving the head and neck. A spreading infection that closes your airway is life-threatening and belongs in the emergency room, not a dental chair. Once you are stable, we can handle the dental repair that follows.
Can I get a same-day emergency dentist in Leduc?
We hold urgent slots in the schedule and aim to see emergencies same-week where possible, often sooner for serious pain. Call 780.980.5115 as early in the day as you can, since that gives us the best chance to fit you in. We serve Leduc, Beaumont, Nisku, Devon, Calmar, and south Edmonton.
What do I do if my tooth gets knocked out?
Act fast, because an adult tooth has the best chance of being saved within about an hour. Pick it up by the crown, gently rinse off any dirt, and try to place it back in the socket. If that is not possible, keep it in milk and call us on the way. For a child's baby tooth, do not reinsert it, just call us.
How can I manage tooth pain until my appointment?
Rinse with warm salt water, use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek, and take the pain relief you would normally use as directed. Avoid very hot, cold, or hard foods on that side. These steps ease symptoms but do not fix the cause, so still book a visit to find out what is going on.
What will emergency treatment involve?
It depends on what Dr. Lesko finds during your exam and X-ray, since the only way to know for certain is to look. The first step is relieving your pain, then settling the problem with a filling, crown, root canal, or extraction. Every case is different, so Dr. Lesko gives you a clear written estimate after your exam, and payment plans are available.
Ready when you are.
Book a visit for emergency dentistry in Leduc, or ask us a question first. Dr. Lesko and the team will help you find the right next step.