Emergency Dentist in Houston

You can’t plan when you have a dental emergency. This is why our Houston emergency dentist stay open throughout the week and even on the weekends. With Houston following a stay at home order, many businesses have shut down. We are still here for your emergency dental needs. Our dental services are affordable and accept most dental insurances. Just walk in, no appointment necessary! If you prefer to schedule an appointment call us at 713-497-1499.

Antoine Dental Center As Your Houston Emergency Dentist

• Professional dentists and staff
• Emergency Toothaches, Extractions, Pain Relief Today
• Weekends, Nights and Holidays
• No appointments needed
• Affordable emergency dental care

Types of Dental Emergencies We Treat

Whether you are looking to fix a simple dental problem like a lost filling or even a traumatic dental situation, we are here for you. Here are a few more of the dental emergencies we treat:

1. Soft tissue injuries
2. Broken or chipped teeth
3. Object stuck in teeth
4. Abscess tooth
5. Knocked out or loose tooth
6. Infection
7. Problems with temporary restorations
8. Bleeding, pain or swelling
9. Trauma to the face or mouth
10. Pain while chewing
11. Lost or broken fillings
12. Loose, lost or broken crowns
13. Lost or broken bridges
14. Pain with hot or cold
15. Lost, broken or poor fitting dentures

What sets our emergency dental care services apart?

Here are a few highlights of our Houston Emergency Dental Care Services:

• Advanced technology
• Patient comfort
• Professional & committed dental team
• Open evenings and Saturdays.
• No appointments needed & short wait times
• Affordable exam and treatment fee
• Several payment options including dental insurance
• No hidden charges

What do you do if you have a dental emergency?

If you have ever had a dental emergency, you know how frightening and painful it can be. The first step is to remain calm. Urgent dental emergencies should be dealt with right away. If you are truly having a dental emergency, you should call us at 713-497-1499 and one of our Houston dentists will walk you through the best steps to deal with your specific situation. It is important to get emergency dental help as soon as possible if there is a problem with your teeth. Often times people are unsure what constitutes a dental emergency.

If you are ever in doubt, just give us a call! In some situations, it may be best to go directly to an emergency room. This would be the case if you are experiencing unbearable pain or bleeding, that cannot be stopped, and your dentist’s office is closed. You may also experience swelling that can either interfere with your vision or breathing.

What do I do for a lost filling?

The most common dental emergency we encounter is lost or swallowed filling. First, don’t panic about swallowing the filling. As long as you haven’t breathed the filling into your lung, it should safely pass through your system in your stool. If you believe the filling is in your lung, you should contact your doctor’s office for an appointment. A filling in your lung could cause infection. Whether you swallowed the filling or not, you do not need to save it unless it is a gold filling, then you may want to save it for a rainy day! Be sure and keep the area in your tooth clean by gently brushing and rinsing. You’ll want to keep food out of the filling area and schedule a dental appointment right away.

Also, If the missing filling is causing you pain, you can temporarily fill with the temporary cavity filling mixture in your emergency kit. If you do not have access to Dentemp or similar product, you can use sugar-free gum to fill it. In conclusion, avoid using any gum containing sugar, as that can cause your tooth to become irritated or infected. However, if you’ve lost a crown, you should try and save the crown. After the crown is cleaned and thoroughly disinfected, while the probability is very slim, we may be able to reuse it. Rinse the affected tooth gently and keep it clean. Finally, if it is causing you pain, you may want to use Orajel or another numbing product.

What do I do if my tooth gets knocked out?

If a tooth has been knocked out of your mouth, you will want to save the tooth. Also, if we can treat you quickly enough, we may be able to save the tooth. Leave any tissue on the tooth, but otherwise clean it. In addition, You’ll want to place the tooth in a container of Save-A-Tooth. If you don’t have Save-A-Tooth, you can place the tooth in milk or salt water, however, the tooth will likely die faster. Now that you have the tooth as preserved as possible, head to your Houston Emergency dentist as soon as possible and call us on the way so we can get you in as quickly as possible. Your dentist may be able to put the tooth back in the socket and save your beautiful smile.

Should I see a Houston emergency dentist for a cavity?

Cavities are not dental emergencies if they are treated in time. Delaying treatment may result in root canals, tooth fractures, abscesses or even tooth loss. Early treatment is the best way to ensure that a simple cavity doesn’t turn into a severe dental emergency. This is one reason why it is so important to schedule routine checkups at your Houston dentist’s office at least once every six months. A cavity may not present any noticeable symptoms initially, but if left untreated, it is possible for a cavity to reach the nerve of the tooth which would cause serious pain.

This leads to a much larger procedure such as a root canal or tooth extraction. These are also much more costly than a simple dental filling. If you are ever confused and are not sure if something is a dental emergency, give us a ring and we can help you sort it out. You can also review the American Dental Association’s recommendations.

Can an emergency dentist remove a tooth?

The short answer is yes. While we prefer to save the natural tooth when possible, there may be some cases where the damage is too severe to repair, it is necessary to remove the tooth.

What do I do for a toothache?

If you’re experiencing a toothache, you’ll want to call our office right away. A toothache is your mouth’s way of telling you that something is wrong. In other words, listen to your mouth! Things which cause toothaches will only get worse if you ignore them.

You can swish warm water around the tooth to relieve pain and apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth. However, never use a hot compress! You’ll also want to avoid hot or cold beverages as they can make the toothache worse. If pain persists, take a mild, over-the-counter painkiller such as Tylenol or Advil. Avoid taking an aspirin based medicine because it can thin your blood, making you more likely to bleed during a dental procedure.  Because toothaches can be caused by a variety of reasons, it is extremely important to visit your Houston Emergency Dentist. Give us a call at 713-497-1499.

What helps unbearable tooth pain?

Unbearable tooth pain is normally a sign of tooth damage. Tooth decay, infection or a cavity can give you a toothache. A cavity or crack in the tooth lets air and germs inside the tooth which may lead irritate and infect the sensitive pulp nerves, leading to tooth pain. You will likely need a dental exam and an X-ray to find out what’s causing the tooth pain so your Houston dentist can advise on the best treatment to help you achieve pain relief and a healthy smile.

How urgent is a tooth abscess?

This condition is one worth watching carefully. A tooth abscess is considered an emergency as the infection can spread into your jaw, surrounding tissue, and to other areas of the body. Antibiotics are a common treatment in controlling a tooth abscess. Most of the symptoms will be alleviated within two days and healed after 5 days of treatment. Make sure you go to the emergency room if your tooth abscess is accompanied by:

1. high fever.
2. facial swelling.
3. difficulty swallowing.
4. rapid heart rate.
5. confusion
6. difficulty breathing.
7. vision problems.

What do I do for trauma to the mouth?

Appropriate diagnosis and timely response in treatment is crucial to emergency dental trauma. The timeliness is key to saving the tooth so key structures of the tooth can be repaired. A good dentist will have an understanding on how to diagnose and treat the most common dental injuries. Our dentists at Antoine Dental Center have over 50 years of combined experience in all sorts of dental emergencies.

I have no dental insurance. What should I do?

This is one of the biggest reasons most American’s neglect their dental care – no dental insurance. At Antoine Dental Center of Houston, we believe that everyone deserves exceptional and affordable dental care. For this reason, we accept various forms of payment and try to work with most dental insurance companies. We are proud to accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. To ensure you receive the benefits you are supposed to, we work with most insurance companies, but we also take cash. If you have any additional questions regarding our payment options, feel free to contact our Houston dental office.

We don’t judge who can afford it and who can’t; everyone deserves the same respect. We work to help the patient obtain financing as needed. If you are having a dental emergency or are helping someone who is, please call us as soon as possible and we will help you know the best next steps to take.