Emergency Dentist in Deer Park, TX

in Deer Park, TX

Require immediate dental assistance?

If you believe you are having a dental emergency, please contact us immediately at (832) 900-9978 for a same-day appointment. If it is outside of our office hours (M/W 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. or T/TH 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) or we were unable to answer the phone, please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible.

Cost of a Dental Emergency

Dental emergencies follow the same payment guidelines as normal dental practices. For a list of our accepted insurance providers, forms of payment, and all other payment information, visit our financial page.

What is a Dental Emergency?

Dental emergencies are any dental problems that need immediate treatment to stop bleeding, save a tooth, treat a severe infection, or alleviate severe pain. Severe infections or tooth abscesses can be life-threatening and you should call your dentist immediately. If your dentist is unavailable, see urgent care at your nearest medical facility.

If any of the following statements apply to you, you are having a dental emergency and should contact us immediately.

I have a tooth knocked out.
My tooth has been chipped or cracked.
My mouth is bleeding and won’t stop.
I’m in extreme pain or am experiencing severe swelling in my gums, mouth, or jaw.
I have a toothache and swelling in my cheeks or face.
My jaw is injured.
My teeth are extremely sensitive and the sensitivity will not subside.
My tooth is loose or out of alignment.

Home Care for Dental Emergencies

What if my tooth gets knocked out?

Pick up the tooth by the top (crown), NOT by the root—do not touch the root.
Rinse the tooth very gently with only water, no soaps or chemicals. Do NOT scrub the tooth.
If possible, place the tooth back into the socket. Gently push it in with your fingers then hold it in place while trying to bite down.
If you can’t place the tooth back into the socket, put it in a container with milk.
Contact your dentist right away—the faster you act, the more likely it is that your tooth will be able to be reimplanted.

What if my tooth is loose but still attached?

If you have a loose tooth or a tooth out of alignment, contact us right away to get an appointment setup as soon as possible. You can try to put the tooth back in its original position by very gently positioning the tooth with your fingers—do not force it. We will advise on if there is anything else you should do in the meantime, prior to your appointment.

What if I have a chipped or cracked tooth?

If you have a chipped or cracked tooth, contact your dentist right away. Chipped teeth that aren’t painful can usually be smoothed out or filled in at a regular dental appointment. A cracked tooth typically indicates that there’s damage to the inside of the tooth, as well as the outside. If your tooth is cracked please follow these steps, after contacting your dentist.

Rinse your mouth with warm water
Apply a cold compress to minimize swelling
Take acetaminophen (not aspirin) to alleviate pain
Do NOT apply any pain medication—including Orajel—directly to the gums, as it can damage gum tissue

What is a dental emergency?

There are several types of dental emergencies. Dental emergencies can consist of a sudden and severe toothache, an accident that chips or cracks a tooth, a damaged or loose restoration or a lost or damaged tooth. About 22 percent of people have experienced dental or oral pain in the last six months. To know if your situation is an emergency, ask yourself the following questions:

Are you in severe pain or experiencing severe swelling?
Do you have a painful toothache that will not subside?
Do you have a loose or knocked-out tooth?
Do you have swelling in your cheeks or face in combination with a toothache?
Are you experiencing extreme tooth sensitivity?
Are you bleeding from the mouth that will not stop?
Is your jaw injured?

In general, any dental problem that needs immediate treatment to stop bleeding, alleviate severe pain, or save a tooth is considered an emergency. This consideration also applies to severe infections that can be life-threatening and constitute contacting your dental office.

What is not a dental emergency?

If the problem can be taken care of yourself for a few days without seeing your dentists, it likely isn’t a dental emergency. For example, a chipped or cracked tooth is only an emergency if the fracture is painful or has left you with trauma inside your mouth. If a filling has chipped or a crown has come off, typically, you can wait a few days to see your dentist.

What’s the best way to handle a dental emergency?

The best thing to do in a dental emergency is to contact your dentist. If the pain, bleeding or swelling is extremely severe, then you should go to the emergency room.

Depending on the dental emergency you are experiencing, there may be some things you can do to help ease your pain and help the situation. Some efforts include:

Dissolve a teaspoon of salt into a mug of warm water and use it as a mouthwash
If your tooth is knocked out, place it in a glass of milk until you can see your dentist
Try flossing to eliminate any gum pressure
Use a cold compress on the swelling or painful area
Rinse with diluted Hydrogen Peroxide to kill bacteria
Take over-the-counter pain medication to alleviate pain

Ready To Schedule Your Next Checkup?

If you have any questions or would like to schedule your dental checkup, contact our office and we’ll be happy to help.