Tooth pain? Call us first
If you are in pain or have hurt a tooth, call us at 903-572-4141. We will ask a few questions, tell you what to do right now, and work to see you as soon as we can.
Call as soon as you can if you have:
If you have swelling that makes it hard to breathe or swallow, a high fever, or a serious injury to your face or head, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first.
Knocked-out tooth: pick it up by the top, not the root. Rinse it gently without scrubbing. If you can, place it back in the socket and bite on a clean cloth. If not, keep it in milk and call right away. Time matters.
Broken tooth: rinse with warm water, save any pieces, and use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek to ease swelling.
Toothache: rinse with warm water and gently floss to remove anything stuck. Don't put aspirin directly on the gum. Over-the-counter pain relievers taken as directed can help until you are seen.
Lost crown: keep it safe and bring it with you. Avoid chewing on that side.
Our office is open Monday to Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM and Friday from 8 AM to 2 PM. Call us during those hours and our team will work you in as soon as possible. Your dentist will find the cause of the pain, get you comfortable, and explain the options to fix it, whether that is a filling, a crown, a root canal or an extraction.
If you are anxious, ask about our sedation options. Comfort matters most when you are already hurting.
We do our best to see emergencies quickly. Call 903-572-4141 as early as you can and our team will find the soonest opening.
Call our office and listen for instructions. For trouble breathing or swallowing, heavy bleeding that won't stop, or a serious injury, go to the emergency room or call 911.
An ER can help with pain and serious swelling, but it usually can't fix the tooth. Call us so we can treat the cause.
Yes. New patients are always welcome. Bring your insurance card and a list of any medicines you take.
Dental emergencies rarely wait for a convenient appointment time. A tooth can start hurting after dinner, a filling can come loose while you are eating, or an accident can damage a tooth outside your normal routine....
Call 903-572-4141. Calling is the fastest way to get help with an urgent problem.
