Emergency Dentist in Katy, TX

What Counts as a Dental Emergency?

If you're in significant pain, bleeding won't stop, or you've had trauma to your mouth, treat it as urgent and call us. When in doubt, phone the office and describe what's happening — we'll tell you honestly whether it can wait.

• Severe or worsening toothache
• A cracked, broken or knocked-out tooth
• Swelling in the face, gums or jaw
• A lost filling or crown leaving a sharp or painful edge
• Bleeding that doesn't stop
• An abscess or pimple-like bump on the gum

What to Do Right Now

While You're On Your Way

For a knocked-out adult tooth, handle it by the crown rather than the root, rinse it gently, and keep it in milk or tucked in your cheek. Time matters here — get to us quickly.

For swelling, a cold compress against the outside of the cheek helps. For pain, over-the-counter anti-inflammatories are usually more effective than placing aspirin against the gum, which can burn the tissue.

How We Treat Emergencies

We start by getting you out of pain, then diagnose the underlying cause with digital imaging and talk through your options. Nitrous oxide is available if anxiety is making things harder.