Written & reviewed by Dr. Soujanya Maddipati, DDS, MPH  ·  DDS — University of Colorado Denver (2013)  ·  MPH — University of Oklahoma  ·  Licensed by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners  ·  Medicaid Provider  ·  Last reviewed 2026
General information only — not a substitute for professional dental advice. Call 832-779-5522 for a personal evaluation. Content reviewed against ADA guidelines and CDC oral health data.

Same-Day Emergency Care · Houston TX 77037

Emergency Dentist in Houston, TX — Same-Day Appointments

Toothache, broken tooth, lost crown, or dental abscess? Call Mi Smile Family Dental during office hours and we do our best to see you the same day. Serving 77037 and all of North Houston.

832-779-5522

Office hours: Tue · Wed · Fri 9am–6pm · Saturday by appointment

Medical Disclaimer: This page provides general information about dental emergencies. It is not a substitute for professional evaluation. If you are experiencing signs of a severe infection (fever, facial swelling, difficulty swallowing or breathing), go to an emergency room immediately. For non-life-threatening dental pain during office hours, call 832-779-5522. Last reviewed by Dr. Maddipati, DDS, MPH — March 2026.

Go to the Emergency Room Immediately If You Have:

Fever with facial swelling · Swelling spreading to your neck, floor of your mouth, or eye · Difficulty swallowing or breathing · Severe, uncontrolled bleeding that will not stop · These are signs of a dental infection that has spread — this is a medical emergency. Call 911 or go to the nearest ER. Do not wait for a dental appointment.

What Counts as a Dental Emergency?

Not all dental pain is the same. Some situations need same-day care to prevent serious infection or permanent damage. Others are urgent but can be managed briefly while waiting for a next-day or next-available appointment.

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Severe toothache — constant, throbbing pain that over-the-counter pain relief does not adequately control.

Dental abscess — a pimple-like swelling on the gum, or swelling in the jaw or cheek. May indicate spreading infection.

Broken tooth with pain — a tooth that has fractured and is causing acute pain, especially if exposing the nerve.

Knocked-out adult tooth — time is critical. Keep the tooth moist, call immediately.

Lost filling with pain — exposed dentin causing sharp sensitivity to air, temperature, or pressure.

Urgent — Call to Schedule Soon

Lost crown — the tooth underneath may be sensitive. A lost crown is not always painful but should be addressed within a few days.

Broken tooth without pain — a chip or crack without nerve exposure. Not a same-day emergency but should be evaluated soon.

Lost filling without pain — the cavity is open; bacteria can re-enter. Schedule within a few days.

Soft tissue injury — bitten lip or cheek that is not bleeding excessively. Ice, observe, call if it worsens.

Food stuck between teeth — try floss carefully. If it does not resolve, call us.

Emergency Dentist vs. Emergency Room — Which to Choose

Dental Office (Mi Smile Family Dental)

  • Severe toothache or dental pain
  • Lost crown, filling, or bridge
  • Broken tooth (with or without pain)
  • Dental abscess — small, localized swelling
  • Knocked-out adult tooth
  • Dental injury from accident or fall

We can diagnose, treat, and provide lasting relief — not just temporary pain management.

Emergency Room

  • Fever with facial or jaw swelling
  • Swelling spreading to neck or eye
  • Difficulty swallowing or breathing
  • Severe uncontrolled bleeding
  • Facial trauma (possible fracture)
  • Dental pain outside dental office hours with systemic symptoms

ERs can manage infection spread and stabilize emergencies but cannot restore teeth — follow up with a dentist.

This guidance is general. When in doubt about severity, err on the side of caution and go to the ER. Dental infections can spread rapidly and become life-threatening in rare cases.

What Happens When You Call

1

You Call 832-779-5522

Our team answers during office hours (Tue, Wed, Fri 9am–6pm). Describe your symptoms briefly — pain level, location, any swelling or fever.

2

We Assess and Schedule

If your situation is clinically urgent, we prioritize you for a same-day appointment. We will tell you honestly if we cannot accommodate you same-day and help you find next steps.

3

Diagnosis and Treatment

Dr. Soujanya Maddipati examines the tooth, takes X-rays if needed, and explains your options clearly before beginning any treatment. Emergency visits are billed to your insurance — we verify your benefits and give you a cost estimate first.

4

Follow-Up Plan

Emergency treatment stabilizes the tooth. We explain the next steps — whether that is a crown, root canal, filling, or extraction — and schedule follow-up care before you leave.

Emergency Dental Care for Knocked-Out Adult Teeth

A Knocked-Out Adult Tooth Is a True Dental Emergency — Act Fast

If an adult tooth is knocked out completely:

  • Handle the tooth by the crown (top), not the root
  • If dirty, rinse gently with clean water — do not scrub
  • If possible, place it back in the socket immediately
  • If not, keep it moist: in milk, saline solution, or between cheek and gum
  • Call 832-779-5522 immediately and come in — do not wait

Time is the critical factor. Re-implantation success decreases significantly after 30–60 minutes. This guidance follows the American Association of Endodontists protocol for avulsed permanent teeth. Source: aae.org/patients/dental-symptoms/knocked-out-teeth/, accessed March 2026.

Insurance for Emergency Dental Visits

Most PPO dental plans cover emergency exams and X-rays — often at the same benefit level as routine visits, subject to your deductible and annual maximum. Medicaid may cover emergency extractions and limited palliative treatment. We verify your insurance before your emergency appointment and give you an estimate of any out-of-pocket cost.

If you do not have insurance or your plan does not cover the emergency treatment, CareCredit and Sunbit financing options are available — both subject to lender credit approval. See payment plans page for details →

Insurance coverage for emergency dental visits varies by plan. We verify your specific coverage before treatment. Emergency visit copays, deductibles, and annual maximum limits apply. Some treatments (crowns, root canals) may require follow-up appointments beyond the initial emergency visit.

Frequently Asked Questions — Emergency Dental Care

During office hours (Tue, Wed, Fri 9am–6pm), we do our best to accommodate same-day appointments for patients in acute dental pain. Call 832-779-5522 as early as possible — same-day availability depends on the schedule when you call. We will tell you honestly whether we can fit you in and help you with next steps if we cannot.
Call 832-779-5522 immediately. While coming in: handle the tooth by the crown (white part), not the root. Rinse gently if dirty — do not scrub. Try to place it back in the socket, or keep it in milk or between your cheek and gum to stay moist. Time is critical — re-implantation is less successful after 30–60 minutes.
Go to the emergency room. Fever with facial swelling can indicate a dental infection that has spread — this is a medical emergency that requires IV antibiotics and medical management, not just dental treatment. Do not wait for a dental office appointment. After the ER stabilizes the infection, follow up with us for definitive dental treatment.
A lost crown is urgent but usually not a same-day emergency unless you are in significant pain. The tooth underneath is now unprotected and may be sensitive. Call 832-779-5522 and we schedule you as soon as possible — typically within a day or two. In the meantime, over-the-counter temporary dental cement from a pharmacy can protect the tooth short-term.
Most PPO dental plans cover emergency exams and X-rays at the same benefit rate as routine visits, subject to your deductible. Medicaid may cover emergency extractions and limited pain-relief treatment. We verify your insurance before your visit and give you a cost estimate. If coverage is limited, financing options are available through CareCredit and Sunbit — both subject to lender credit approval.

Dental Emergency? Call Now

Office hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9am–6pm · Saturday by appointment
For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest ER.

832-779-5522
Mi Smile Family Dental

Reviewed & Provided By

Dr. Soujanya Maddipati, DDS, MPH

Owner, Mi Smile Family Dental · Texas-Licensed DDS · Medicaid Provider

Emergency care guidance reflects general dental practice standards. Knocked-out tooth protocol sourced from: American Association of Endodontists — aae.org/patients/dental-symptoms/knocked-out-teeth/, accessed March 2026. Last reviewed March 2026. This page does not constitute medical advice. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest ER.