Dental emergency in Brossard

Dental emergency in Brossard

Need an emergency dentist in Brossard?

Toothache keeping you up at night, a broken tooth, an abscess? Call us at (450) 676-1931. We do everything we can to see you as quickly as possible, even if you’re not a patient with us yet. And we can treat you in French, English or five other languages. 

Pratical info for your dental emergency

Where:
5405, boul. Grande-Allée, Brossard, Québec J4Z 3G9 

When:
Monday to Friday, Tuesdays until 8 p.m., Thursdays until 7 p.m., and every other Saturday 

New patients:
Welcome for emergencies

Languages:
French, English, Arabic (Moroccan, Algerian and Lebanese), Persian, Spanish, Vietnamese and Mandarin 

Access:
Free parking, wheelchair-accessible clinic

What counts as a dental emergency?

Any pain, injury or infection in your mouth that can’t wait until your next checkup. Call us if you have: 

  • sharp pain in your teeth or jaw; 
  • a broken, cracked or loosened tooth after a fall or a blow; 
  • an abscess, or swollen or infected gums; 
  • a fever along with tooth pain; 
  • a broken crown, denture or orthodontic appliance; 
  • a complication after dental surgery; 
  • extreme sensitivity to hot or cold. 

Not sure if it’s an emergency?
Call us anyway! Our team will assess your situation over the phone and tell you what to do, whether you need to be seen quickly or your appointment can wait a few days.
 

How do I get an emergency appointment?

1. Call us at (450) 676-1931 to describe your symptoms: where the pain is, how long you’ve had it and whether there’s any swelling. Our team will tell you what to do next and let you know what’s available based on your situation.

2. Check our website for available emergency time slots and book online.

If no time slot is available, fill out our appointment request form. Our team will contact you as soon as possible. 

If the clinic is closed, you can leave a detailed message on our voicemail. We’ll get back to you as soon as we’re back. 

Opening hours

Monday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Friday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (every other Saturday) 

Sunday: Closed

Why choose our Brossard clinic for a dental emergency?

Because in an emergency, you need to feel heard, reassured and cared for. At Centre Dentaire Cousineau, we take the time to understand your situation and clearly explain what we see, your treatment options and the related costs before starting any treatment. 

Our priority is to provide care adapted to your situation, in a professional and caring environment. 

Care in your own language

Our team speaks French, English, Arabic (Moroccan, Algerian and Lebanese), Persian, Spanish, Vietnamese and Mandarin. Describing pain is hard enough. Doing it in your own language makes it easier, and helps the dentist better understand what’s going on. 

Evening and Saturday availability

Pain rarely shows up at a convenient time. We’re open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays, until 7 p.m. on Thursdays and every other Saturday, so you can often come in without missing a day of work. 

Easy to reach from anywhere on the South Shore

We see patients from Brossard, of course, but also from Longueuil, Saint-Lambert and La Prairie. Parking is free and the clinic is wheelchair accessible. 

What happens during an emergency dental visit?

The dentist examines your mouth to find the cause of your pain. If needed, X-rays are taken to confirm the diagnosis and determine the right treatment. The priority is to relieve your pain and stabilize your condition. 

Depending on the type of emergency, treatment may be done during this first visit or require a second appointment. For example, a dental abscess may require drainage or a root canal treatment, depending on the situation. If a tooth needs to be extracted or is already lost, replacement options such as a dental implant can be considered later. 

In every case, the dentist will explain your treatment options, the related costs and the next steps so you can make an informed decision. 

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What to do while you wait for your appointment

How can I relieve a toothache?

  • Apply cold to your cheek: place a cold compress or an ice pack wrapped in a towel on your cheek, near the painful area, for 15 minutes. Then remove it for 15 minutes before reapplying, if needed. Never put ice directly on your skin. 
  • Gently rinse your mouth with warm salt water. 
  • Chew on the other side and avoid very hot, very cold or sugary foods if they make the pain worse. 
  • An over-the-counter pain reliever, such as acetaminophen, can help relieve the pain. Ask your pharmacist for advice. 

These measures can relieve pain temporarily, but they don’t replace a dental exam. 

When should you get care right away?

Contact our clinic quickly if the pain gets worse, if you have swelling in your face or cheek, or if you have a fever. 

If you have trouble breathing or swallowing along with swelling, call 911 immediately. 

These symptoms may indicate a medical emergency. 

Dental accident: the right steps before your appointment

In every case, keep whatever came loose and call us at (450) 676-1931 as soon as possible: the sooner we act, the better the chances of saving the tooth. Here’s what to do in the meantime, depending on your situation. 

What should I do if I break a tooth?

Keep the broken piece if you can, and store it in milk or in a damp cloth. 

Gently rinse your mouth and call us quickly: the sooner we act, the better the chances of repairing the tooth. 

If the tooth broke after a blow to the head or face, see a health professional quickly. 

If there’s any loss of consciousness, confusion, vomiting or any other sign of a possible concussion, go to the emergency room. 

If symptoms are severe, call 911. 

Once your condition is stable and any medical emergency has been taken care of, contact our clinic to book an appointment to assess and treat your broken tooth. 

What should I do if a tooth gets knocked out?

If it’s a permanent tooth, hold it by the crown (the white part), never by the root.

If it’s dirty, rinse it briefly with water, without scrubbing it. 

Keep it in milk and call us right away: every minute counts if we’re going to put it back, ideally within the hour. 

If it’s a baby tooth, don’t try to put it back, but call us anyway. 

What should I do if a crown or denture breaks?

Keep all the pieces and don’t use household glue: it can damage the tooth or the denture and make the repair harder. 

Avoid chewing on that side until your visit. 

Contact our clinic to book an appointment to assess the situation. 

How can you prevent dental emergencies?

Most emergencies start as a small problem nobody noticed. A regular checkup lets us treat it before it starts to hurt. 

Warning signs you shouldn't ignore

Book an appointment if you notice: 

  • sensitivity to cold or sweets that keeps coming back; 
  • gums that bleed or swell; 
  • a tooth that hurts when you chew. 

Dental emergency FAQ

We welcome new patients for dental emergencies. You can call us even if you’ve never been to Centre Dentaire Cousineau before. 

In French, English, Arabic (Moroccan, Algerian and Lebanese), Persian, Spanish, Vietnamese and Mandarin. 

Yes! We always set aside time slots for dental emergencies so we can see you as quickly as possible, ideally the same day, depending on availability. Contact us or check our website to see available time slots. 

The cost of an emergency visit depends on your situation and the care you need. Fees are based on the ACDQ fee guide in effect for the current year. The visit includes an exam by the dentist and, if needed, any X-rays the dentist considers necessary for your condition. The cost of any recommended treatment will be explained to you before care begins. 

We welcome patients with private dental insurance as well as those covered by certain government programs, including the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), subject to the applicable eligibility criteria. For private insurance, if we can’t get real-time confirmation of coverage from your insurer, you remain responsible for paying the fees. We recommend checking your coverage with your insurer before your appointment. We can prepare a treatment plan to help you understand the recommended care and estimated costs before we begin. 

Yes, we also see children for a broken tooth, pain or a blow to the face. 

If the clinic is closed, you can leave a detailed message on our voicemail. We’ll get back to you as soon as we’re back. You can also check available emergency time slots and book online on our website. If no suitable time slot is shown, please fill out our appointment request form. Our team will contact you as soon as possible. 

Get a healthy smile!