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Dental Emergencies

See Us For Urgent Dental Care

Get Fast Relief for Dental Emergencies in Austin

When dental pain strikes, Serenity Dental provides prompt, compassionate emergency care to address your needs quickly. Our team reserves space in our daily schedule for urgent cases, so you'll typically receive same-day treatment for toothaches, broken teeth, lost fillings, or knocked-out teeth. We focus on relieving your pain and solving your Austin dental emergencies right away.

Quick treatment prevents minor issues from becoming serious problems that require more extensive procedures. Our immediate attention helps save teeth that might otherwise be lost due to trauma. Our gentle approach keeps you comfortable while we resolve your emergency, even if you're typically anxious about dental visits.

Experiencing dental pain or damage? Contact us ASAP for same-day emergency care!

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Feel Comfortable Even During Dental Disasters

Dental crises are already stressful without adding treatment anxiety. We offer gentle inhaled sedation with laughing gas to help you relax during your emergency care, if needed. This safe option works within minutes to create a sense of calm. The effects wear off shortly after treatment, allowing you to drive yourself home once your emergency is resolved.

Your physical comfort is always a priority, especially during urgent visits. Our treatment rooms feature comforts that transform emergency care into a pleasant experience.

You can cozy up with soft pillows and warm blankets while headphones let you enjoy calming music and protective glasses shield your eyes from overhead lights. These simple touches help reduce stress during what would otherwise be a tense situation.

Your dentist will assess your condition using technology like digital X-rays, so we can provide the appropriate treatment. Depending on the nature of your emergency, this may include a tooth filling, dental crown, or other restorative treatment.

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Know What to Do Before Reaching Our Office

It's important to take the proper steps before your emergency appointment.

For toothaches, rinse with warm salt water and take over-the-counter pain relievers. If you've broken a tooth, save any fragments and rinse your mouth with warm water.

For a knocked-out tooth, hold it by the crown (not the root) and gently rinse without scrubbing. Try placing it back in the socket or store it in milk or saliva. If a filling or crown comes loose, keep the restoration and apply dental cement from a drugstore as temporary protection.

Soft tissue injuries like cuts to your gums, tongue, or cheeks should be gently cleaned with warm water. Apply gentle pressure with gauze or a tea bag to control bleeding. Cold compresses on the outside of your mouth can reduce swelling and pain for most emergencies.

Contact Serenity Dental at once for any dental emergencies in Austin.

Read Why Our Patients Love Us

I've been going to Serenity Dental routinely for over 2 years now. The staff is welcoming and professional, and the atmosphere is calm and comfortable that I've never felt rushed or anxious in the chair. What I appreciate most is that Dr Brinda Nair cares about your well-being and always takes...

I've been going to Serenity Dental routinely for over 2 years now. The staff is welcoming and professional, and the atmosphere is calm and comfortable that I've never felt rushed or anxious in the chair. What I appreciate most is that Dr Brinda Nair cares about your well-being and always takes the time to explain everything clearly. It's rare to find a place that combines professionalism with such genuine care. I feel completely confident and at ease here. Highly recommended!


Anupama J

I've been going to Serenity Dental regularly for my routine cleanings, and every visit has been a great experience. Dr. Nair is super friendly and easy to talk to — she always makes sure I'm comfortable and informed during my appointments. The whole staff is warm and welcoming, and the...

I've been going to Serenity Dental regularly for my routine cleanings, and every visit has been a great experience. Dr. Nair is super friendly and easy to talk to — she always makes sure I'm comfortable and informed during my appointments. The whole staff is warm and welcoming, and the service and communication are always excellent. It's the kind of place that actually makes going to the dentist enjoyable. Highly recommend!


Bobin C

Dr. Nair and the entire team at serenity dental are truly such gems. Given my own experiences with other dentists (not great at all) serenity blows them all out of the water to the point where the past experiences don't matter. They care about your dental health, double and triple check...

Dr. Nair and the entire team at serenity dental are truly such gems. Given my own experiences with other dentists (not great at all) serenity blows them all out of the water to the point where the past experiences don't matter. They care about your dental health, double and triple check everything they do, fight for you with the insurance company, explain things in a super understandable way, and do whatever they can to find a solution including billing and that level of support is so rare nowadays. HIGHLY RECOMMEND, I'm so so happy I found a dentist office that I fully trust 🙏🏽 thank you so much team!


Wafic K

I love absolutely LOVE Serenity Dental! I've been coming here for about 3 years the office is always so nice, clean, and festive!! Dr. Nair takes the best care of her patients without a doubt and proved that on my first visit. She is always so kind to me and nice with me and explains thoroughly...

I love absolutely LOVE Serenity Dental! I've been coming here for about 3 years the office is always so nice, clean, and festive!! Dr. Nair takes the best care of her patients without a doubt and proved that on my first visit. She is always so kind to me and nice with me and explains thoroughly any questions I have. Serenity Dental has fixed my smile and my confidence!! There's nothing better than walking through the front door and seeing Bailey's smiling face. Every member of staff here is so kind and hospitable and I couldn't recommend them enough! :-)


Amanda M

Serenity is the cleanest dental facility, uses the most modern dental equipment, and has kind, thorough, and thoughtful employees. My son's insurance changed so we started going to Serenity. I was SO impressed with the treatment they gave him, I left my dentist to become a patient! Thank you...

Serenity is the cleanest dental facility, uses the most modern dental equipment, and has kind, thorough, and thoughtful employees. My son's insurance changed so we started going to Serenity. I was SO impressed with the treatment they gave him, I left my dentist to become a patient! Thank you Serenity for taking such good care of me!


Elizabeth K

I LOVE SERENITY! They are very friendly and such caring staff. They care very much about your dental health and will explain any questions you have! When doing dental cleanings, etc.. they will ask if you are okay, making sure they aren't hurting you in any certain way! They care very much about...

I LOVE SERENITY! They are very friendly and such caring staff. They care very much about your dental health and will explain any questions you have! When doing dental cleanings, etc.. they will ask if you are okay, making sure they aren't hurting you in any certain way! They care very much about your dental health which I love!


Susana V

Dr Nair is absolutely amazing!! honest, incredibly caring, and always puts her patients well-being first. It is clear that she truly cares about each person who walks through her door, taking the time to listen and explain everything with patience and kindness. I always feel comfortable and...

Dr Nair is absolutely amazing!! honest, incredibly caring, and always puts her patients well-being first. It is clear that she truly cares about each person who walks through her door, taking the time to listen and explain everything with patience and kindness. I always feel comfortable and confident in her care!


Shruthi V

I've been coming to Serenity Dental for years! The staff has always been so incredible and the dentist is very thorough, kind, and provides many options to make your teeth the best it can be based on your needs! I genuinely enjoy coming to the dentist and see my visits with serenity dental as a...

I've been coming to Serenity Dental for years! The staff has always been so incredible and the dentist is very thorough, kind, and provides many options to make your teeth the best it can be based on your needs! I genuinely enjoy coming to the dentist and see my visits with serenity dental as a treat vs another doctor appointment! I highly recommend them and will absolutely continue coming here for all teeth business!


Monique C

I love Dr Nair! She is a very detailed, patient and takes to the time to throughly explain. Staff is very friendly especially Bailey and Elisabeth. Love this place for my dental care!!

Yolanda C

Dr. Nair has been incredibly kind and compassionate in helping me keep my periodontitis at bay after moving from Houston. I appreciate her preventative approach to dentistry, I wish she had been my dentist decades ago!

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Emergencies

What qualifies as a dental emergency?
Dental emergencies include severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, loose or broken teeth, lost or broken fillings or crowns, facial swelling, and soft tissue injuries causing significant bleeding. Anything causing severe pain, potential tooth loss, or infection risk should be treated promptly to prevent complications.
How quickly can I be seen for a dental emergency?
We reserve space in our daily schedule specifically for emergencies and typically offer same-day appointments for patients in pain. Call us early in the day when possible and we'll get you into the office as soon as we can.
Will my dental emergency be expensive to treat?
Costs vary depending on the specific emergency and necessary treatment. Many dental insurance plans provide better coverage for emergency care than elective procedures. We offer several payment options, including financing plans for unexpected dental expenses. Our focus is getting you out of pain first.