Knocked outGo now
Hold it by the crown, never the root. Rinse gently if dirty — do not scrub. Put it in milk or your own saliva and come straight in.
Emergency Dentist in Katy, TX
Emergency Dentist
Same-day appointments, and walk-ins welcome. Call first if you can — we will tell you what to do while you are on your way.
Right now
What to do while you are on your way.
Call (281) 769-8878 first. Then find your situation below. With a knocked-out tooth, minutes matter.
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Toothache
Rinse with warm water. Floss gently to clear anything trapped between the teeth. Do not put aspirin on the gum — it burns the tissue.
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Broken or chipped
Save any pieces you can find. Rinse with warm water, and hold a cold compress against the outside to keep the swelling down.
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Lost filling or crown
Dental cement or a little toothpaste in the cavity will do temporarily. Bring the crown with you if you still have it.
And the seven signs that mean call today, not next week
- PainSevere and constant, rather than coming and going.
- SwellingIn the face or the jaw. This one can become serious quickly.
- BleedingThat does not stop.
- A knocked-out toothThe most time-critical thing on this list.
- BreaksBroken teeth, or large cracks.
- Loose restorationsA crown or filling that has come out or is moving.
- InfectionPus, fever, or swollen glands. Do not wait on this one.
What We Treat
What happens when you get here.
Same day, and walk-ins welcome
Call and the team will assess the situation, give you guidance over the phone straight away, and book the earliest slot — often the same day.
In the practice’s words
Dental emergencies don’t make appointments — they strike suddenly, leaving you in pain, discomfort, and uncertainty. Whether you’ve cracked a tooth, lost a filling, or have a severe toothache that won’t go away, our office is fully equipped to treat dental emergencies quickly and professionally.
Choosing the right emergency dentist can make all the difference between saving or losing a tooth. We offer same-day emergency appointments, walk-in visits, advanced diagnostic tools, immediate pain relief options, transparent pricing and insurance help, and compassionate personalized care.
The five emergencies seen most often here
- Severe toothache or abscessSudden intense pain usually signals an underlying infection. Immediate relief first, then saving the tooth wherever that is still possible.
- Broken, chipped or knocked-out teethTime is critical. The sooner you are in the chair, the better the chance of keeping the natural tooth.
- Lost fillings or crownsThe tooth underneath is exposed and vulnerable. Same-day restoration to protect it.
- Bleeding or swollen gumsFrom infection, trauma or periodontal disease. Addressed quickly to stop the bleeding.
- Soft tissue injuriesTongue, cheeks or lips. These bleed a great deal and need proper management to heal without infection.
The Treatments
What can be done the same day.
Six things the practice can do in an emergency appointment, rather than referring you on and hoping.
Emergency root canal
When the pulp is infected, this is what ends the pain and keeps the tooth. See root canal therapy.
Emergency extraction
Where a tooth genuinely cannot be saved, to stop the pain and prevent the infection spreading. Sedation is offered.
Fillings, temporary or permanent
To close an exposed tooth today, whether or not the permanent restoration happens now.
Crown and bridge repair
Recementing or replacing a restoration that has come loose or come out.
Infection control and drainage
Prompt drainage of an abscess, infection management and antibiotics where they are called for.
Soft tissue injury care
Lacerations to the tongue, cheek or lip, managed so they heal properly.
Your dentist
Dr. Dave Cho, DMD
An emergency appointment here is a full assessment and a plan, not a painkiller and a follow-up booking.
- SameDay, wherever possible
- 6Emergency treatments offered
- 7Signs that mean call now
Also on the teamDr. William Sung, DMDFellow of the Academy of General DentistryReading your own pain: which kinds mean act fast
Dental pain is your body signalling that something isn’t right. Some types are urgent and some can wait, and knowing the difference matters.
- Sharp, sudden pain. Stabbing pain that comes and goes suddenly could be a cracked tooth, an exposed nerve, or a deep cavity reaching the inner pulp. This requires immediate attention to avoid worsening damage.
- Constant, severe pain. Usually an infection, and usually getting worse rather than better on its own.
- Pain with swelling or fever. The combination is the one to take most seriously. Ignoring these symptoms can lead to more extensive damage, higher costs, and even life-threatening infections.
The Path
What happens, step by step.
You call
The team assesses the situation on the phone and tells you what to do in the meantime. That advice starts working before you arrive.
The earliest slot
Often the same day. Walk-ins are welcome too, though calling first means we are ready for you.
Diagnosis
Digital imaging and a proper examination, because treating the wrong tooth is a real risk when someone is in pain.
Pain relief, then treatment
Immediate relief first. Then the treatment that resolves what caused it, with sedation if you want it.
What happens next
A tailored plan for anything that still needs doing, with the cost written down before it is scheduled.
Do not wait it out.
A toothache that fades has often become an abscess rather than got better. Pain stopping is not the same as the problem stopping.
Call (281) 769-8878Or book online
Where To Go
If you are not sure, call and describe it.
Everything in the list above is what this practice handles. Some situations belong in an emergency room instead — difficulty breathing or swallowing, a suspected broken jaw, bleeding that will not stop, or a head injury alongside the dental one. If any of those apply, seek emergency medical care rather than a dental appointment. If you are unsure which you are dealing with, phoning the practice on (281) 769-8878 costs a minute and the team will tell you.
Most emergencies were preventable
Not said to make anyone feel worse — said because the way out of the cycle is the boring appointment, not the urgent one.
- Regular checkupsA cavity found at a routine visit never becomes a 2am abscess.
- A mouth guardA sports guard is the single best protection against a knocked-out tooth.
- A night guardGrinding cracks teeth slowly. A night guard stops that.
- Do not chew iceOr pens, or anything hard. It is the commonest cause of a cracked molar.
- Act on small thingsA twinge, a rough edge, a filling that feels odd. These are cheap now.
The Cost
What it costs, before it starts.
An emergency is the worst possible time to be surprised by a bill. The practice states the price before the treatment, even here.
TransparentBefore treatment
You are told what the emergency visit and the treatment will cost before it is done.
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What moves the number
What the treatment turns out to be — a recement, a filling, a root canal or an extraction.
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Insurance help
The front desk will work your benefits out with you. See insurance and financing and the savings plan.
The Proof
What Katy patients say about being here.
Everyone there is very nice. They were able to see my son within a day of calling. My son had a horrible experience with an extraction as a little boy and he was nervous to have a tooth pulled again. They made him feel at ease. Afterwards he said he didn’t feel a thing. Updated 11/1/23 — I visited the office for myself this time. Karen was gentle while cleaning & explained everything really well. Next I’ll be bringing my other son. 5 out of 5 recommend coming here for your dental needs. 8/19/2026 Coming here is always a pleasure. The staff is amazing.
Very friendly staff and were willing to help in every way! Felt more comfortable here than at any other dentist office in the past, highly recommend!
Gabriel Sanchez
The staff here is super friendly and informative. Just had my cleaning and exams done, and they were thorough without being rough. The dental filling went really well, didn’t hurt one bit, and they took extra care to ensure it looked great. Overall, a very clear and calm vibe in the office. Highly recommend checking them out for your family dentistry needs.
Reem Almekhlafi
Amazing lovely very kind tidy place
Folakemi Folajaiye
Questions
Questions patients ask before they decide.
Can I just walk in?
Yes, walk-in visits are welcome. Calling first is better if you can — the team can give you guidance over the phone and have things ready when you arrive.
My tooth was knocked out. What do I do?
Handle it by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently if it is dirty but do not scrub it. Place it in milk or your own saliva and get to the practice immediately. Time is the single biggest factor in whether it can be saved.
The pain stopped. Do I still need to come in?
Yes. Pain from an infected tooth often stops when the nerve dies, which means the infection is still there and now has nothing warning you about it. Ignoring symptoms can lead to more extensive damage, higher costs, and even life-threatening infections.
Should I put aspirin on the sore tooth?
No. Placing aspirin directly on the gum causes chemical burns to the tissue. Rinse with warm water, floss gently to clear trapped food, and take pain relief the normal way.
Will you have to take the tooth out?
Only if it genuinely cannot be saved. An emergency root canal, a filling, or a crown repair are all more likely. Where an extraction is the right answer, it is performed carefully and sedation is available.
I am terrified of the dentist and now I am in pain.
Say that when you call. Sedation is available for emergency treatment, including for extractions, and the team is used to patients arriving frightened as well as in pain.
The Invitation
Call, do not book online.
For an emergency the phone is faster than the booking form, and you get advice on the call. Outside opening hours, leave a message and call again first thing.
- Hours
- Mon to Wed 9am to 6pm
Thu 9am to 5pm
Fri to Sun Closed - Emergencies
- Call the practice. We keep same day slots for pain, breaks and knocked out teeth.
