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Emergency Dental Care in Plano, TX
Call or text before heading to the office
Dental emergencies can happen suddenly. If you have tooth pain, a chipped or broken tooth, swelling, a lost filling or crown, a knocked-out tooth, or a dental injury, call or text David L. Baker DDS PA at (972) 612-3920 before heading to the office.
During standard business hours, Monday through Thursday, incoming emergency calls and texts are answered by the office for same-day triage prioritization. After hours, on Fridays, and on weekends, the office phone provides voicemail instructions with direct triage steps and alternative emergency guidance.
What should I do if I chip my tooth?
Rinse your mouth gently with warm water. If there is bleeding, apply light pressure with clean gauze. Save any pieces of the tooth if you can, avoid chewing on that side, and call or text our Plano office.
A small chip may be treated differently than a deep crack. Calling first allows the team to give instructions, help determine urgency, and prepare for your visit if you need to be seen.
What if a permanent tooth is knocked out?
Call or text the office right away. Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root. If the tooth is dirty, gently rinse it without scrubbing. Try to keep the tooth moist in milk or saliva and avoid letting it dry out. The team can give immediate phone guidance and explain the next step.
Emergency dentist vs. emergency room
A hospital emergency room is the right place for serious medical symptoms, facial trauma, trouble breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, or injuries beyond the teeth. For tooth damage, tooth pain, a broken restoration, or a dental infection, you will usually still need a dentist to evaluate and treat the tooth itself. When in doubt, call our office and seek medical emergency care first for severe symptoms.
Sports mouth guards
Sports-related injuries can chip, crack, loosen, or knock out teeth. A custom sports mouth guard can help reduce the risk of dental injuries during athletics and high-impact activities. If you or an older child plays sports, ask Dr. Baker whether a custom mouth guard is a good option.
Dental emergencies we evaluate
- Cracked, shattered, heavily chipped, or split teeth
- Knocked-out or loosened permanent teeth
- Severe, throbbing toothaches
- Dental abscesses or swelling in the gums or jaw
- Broken bridges, lost fillings, cracked crowns, or loose restorations
- Soft-tissue injuries to the gums, tongue, or inner cheek
Call or text before coming in
If you are experiencing a dental emergency, call or text (972) 612-3920 before heading to the office. For severe medical symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Emergency Dental Care FAQ
Should I call before coming in for a dental emergency?
Yes. Patients should call or text 972-612-3920 before heading to the office so the team can triage the concern and give immediate instructions.
Can I contact the office after hours for a dental emergency?
Yes. After hours, Fridays, and weekends, the office phone provides voicemail instructions with triage steps and alternative emergency guidance.
Should I go to the ER for a toothache?
For dental-only pain, call a dentist. Go to the ER or call 911 for severe medical symptoms, facial trauma, trouble breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding.
Can a chipped tooth wait?
Some small chips may not be urgent, but a dental exam is still recommended. Call or text the office so the team can help determine the next step.
Do sports mouth guards prevent every injury?
No mouth guard can prevent every injury, but a custom sports mouth guard can help reduce the risk of dental trauma during sports.