972-727-5599A sudden toothache, a cracked crown before an important meeting, or a child’s knocked-out tooth after a hard tackle can turn an ordinary day into a stressful one. Dental emergencies often strike without warning, and acting quickly may help protect your tooth.
At the office of Dr. Peter Hazim in Allen, Texas, our team includes prosthodontists Dr. Peter Hazim and Dr. Alberto Lazaro. Our general dentistry care includes urgent visits, and we strive to see emergency patients the same day.
When to Seek Emergency Dental Care
Not sure whether your problem is an emergency? These signs typically call for prompt care:
If you notice any of these, contact our office right away. Quick attention may save your tooth and prevent more extensive treatment later.
What to Do While You Wait for Your Appointment
A few simple steps can make a real difference before you reach us. The American Dental Association shares first-aid tips for common emergencies, and the advice below follows that guidance.
For a Knocked-Out Tooth
For a knocked-out adult tooth, every minute counts. Follow these steps:
For a Cracked or Broken Tooth
Rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to your face to ease swelling.
For Severe Toothache
Rinse with warm water and gently floss around the tooth to remove trapped food. Over-the-counter pain relievers may help, but never place aspirin or other medication directly on the gum, because it can damage the tissue.
Our Emergency Dental Services
Our Allen office treats a broad range of emergencies, including severe tooth pain, broken or chipped teeth, infections and abscesses, and complications from earlier dental work. We may be able to replace a lost crown with a CEREC same-day crown or repair a lost filling.
As prosthodontists, Dr. Hazim and Dr. Lazaro have advanced education in restoring and replacing teeth, which helps when an emergency involves a damaged or lost tooth.
Experience attentive, comprehensive dentistry focused on your unique needs and goals.
- Comprehensive dental services for the whole family
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to your goals
- State-of-the-art technology for optimal results
- Comfortable, welcoming environment
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
When you call, our staff asks about your symptoms to gauge how urgent they are and gives you instructions for immediate care before you arrive. At your visit, we may take digital X-rays to find the cause, then explain your options before treatment begins.
Preventing Dental Emergencies
Not every emergency can be prevented, but many can. Brush twice and floss daily, keep up with routine checkups, and wear a sports mouthguard during contact sports. Skip chewing on ice, popcorn kernels, and hard candy, and use scissors, never your teeth, to open packages. Our dental emergency guide offers more tips.
Dental Emergency FAQs
Here are answers to common questions about urgent dental care.
Do you offer same-day emergency appointments?
We strive to see emergency patients the same day whenever possible. Call our office, describe your symptoms, and our team will tell you what to do until you arrive.
Should I go to the emergency room or call a dentist?
For tooth pain, a broken tooth, or a lost crown, call our office first so our team can guide you. Go to an emergency room if swelling makes it hard to breathe or swallow, bleeding is heavy, or you have a serious injury to your face or head.
Does my dental benefits plan cover emergency visits?
Coverage varies by plan. We are happy to file claims for patients with PPO dental benefits, and our team can review your patient portion before treatment. We also offer CareCredit and Cherry financing.
Can a cracked tooth wait until my next appointment?
It is best to be seen soon. A crack may grow over time, and waiting could lead to more extensive treatment.
What should I do if I lose a crown or filling?
Keep the crown if you can, avoid chewing on that side, and call us. Depending on the tooth, we may be able to re-cement the crown or replace it.
What if my child has a dental emergency?
Call our office right away and describe what happened. If a permanent tooth was knocked out, follow the steps above and get to us as quickly as you can.
Contact Dr. Peter Hazim for Emergency Dental Care in Allen, TX
Dr. Peter Hazim has practiced in Allen for more than 25 years. He graduated from Damascus University, continued his studies at the University Rene Descartes in Paris, and became certified in prosthodontics at the Loyola VA hospital in Chicago. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association, and D Magazine awarded him Best Dentist in Dallas from 2017 to 2022. Read more about Dr. Hazim and his background.
Do not wait when you have dental pain or trauma. Call our office right away, or use our contact form for non-emergency appointments and questions. Our multilingual team is here to help.