Goodnight Ranch Office
Pleasant Valley Rd. Dental Office
Cameron Rd. Dental Office
As your trusted oral team, we understand emergencies can happen at any given moment, and when you are experiencing pain from a toothache or blow to the jaw, we want to be your partners in providing emergency care for the most unexpected of situations. Knowing what is considered a dental emergency can make all the difference in seeking timely treatment. We offer same-day appointments when available, as well as affordable treatment costs, consultations in-person and over-the-phone, and additional payment plans for all our patients to provide the oral care you need and deserve. Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry is committed to getting you effective results quickly and in the most convenient way possible.
Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry will always put your dental needs first. Through our wide array of services, we are able to create comprehensive treatment plans uniquely tailored to you.Request a Consultation
Maintaining strong teeth and good hygiene habits is critical to your health. However, in urgent cases, and our team has access to precise tools that can treat your issue quickly and prevent other harmful bacteria and complications from arising. By coming in to get examined, you can save yourself unnecessary and costly dental expenses later in life.
Our oral surgery specialists and Austin emergency dentists offer urgent dental services including:
We promise exceptional care from beginning to end in our clinics. If you experience any problems such as pain, bleeding, or any other worrisome symptoms, contact our office immediately so we can help. We are open for emergency dental care for issues that may arise and may be able to provide treatments on the same day you come in for your appointment.
Dr. David Cheng received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He continued his dental education at the Baylor College of Dentistry. He chose his passion in the oral field because of the hands-on healthcare and surgical aspects it brought. His main goal in treating his patients is to educate them so they can make the best-informed decision for their health.
Years of experience: 20 years (!)
Specialty: DDS (!)
Location: Austin, TX
A dental emergency requires immediate care for severe pain or conditions that could compromise oral health. Typical emergencies include severe tooth decay, dental abscesses, knocked-out teeth, and infections. These issues require urgent attention to save a tooth, control bleeding, relieve intense pain, or treat a disease. Infections and abscesses can be life-threatening and must be addressed immediately.
A toothache becomes an emergency if it lasts more than 1–2 days and causes severe pain or discomfort. This can indicate an advanced cavity or an infected tooth. The infection can worsen without prompt treatment, leading to intense pain and potentially tooth loss. Symptoms such as a high temperature, pain when biting, swollen gums, a bad taste in the mouth, or swelling in the cheek or jaw are signs that immediate dental care is necessary.
A cavity isn’t always a dental emergency, but immediate attention is needed if the pain worsens or you experience symptoms like swelling, pus, or a broken, sharp tooth. Severe discomfort that prevents waiting for a regular appointment may indicate an urgent dental issue. In such cases, prompt treatment is essential to address the decay and prevent further complications.