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Broken Tooth Repair in Houston, TX

Fast Fixes for Chipped and Cracked Teeth

A broken tooth won't fix itself, and waiting can turn a small chip into a bigger problem. Book your $89 exam today and get a clear plan to repair your tooth quickly and comfortably.

Do You Need Broken Tooth Repair?

Not every chip needs same-day attention, but certain signs mean you shouldn't wait. Warning signs include a visible crack, chip, or missing piece of tooth, sharp pain when you bite down or drink something hot or cold, a jagged edge that's cutting your tongue or cheek, or swelling near the damaged tooth. Left untreated, a broken tooth can let bacteria in, leading to infection or further breakage.

Urgent Dental Care of Houston is here to get your tooth repaired quickly. Schedule your $89 exam today.

Common Causes of a Broken Tooth

Tooth damage can happen in an instant. The most common causes we treat include:

  • Biting down on something hard
  • Sports injuries or facial trauma
  • Untreated cavities that weaken the tooth
  • Grinding or clenching your teeth
  • An old filling or crown that's failed
  • Falls or accidents
  • Sudden, severe tooth pain from a crack below the gumline
  • General wear over time
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Meet Houston's Trusted Broken Tooth Repair Team

When a tooth chips or cracks, you want a team that can assess the damage and fix it right the first time. Urgent Dental Care of Houston provides broken tooth repair for patients throughout Houston and the surrounding area, from a minor chip to a more significant fracture. Whether your tooth can be smoothed and bonded or needs a crown or extraction, we walk you through every option so you know exactly what to expect.

Same-Day Appointments Available

A broken tooth is uncomfortable and can get worse the longer it waits. Urgent Dental Care of Houston offers same-day and walk-in appointments so you can get evaluated and treated without delay.

The Benefits of Prompt Broken Tooth Repair

Relieve Your Pain

A cracked or chipped tooth can be sensitive to pressure, temperature, and touch. Repairing it quickly removes the source of discomfort so you can eat and speak normally again.

Prevent Further Damage

A damaged tooth left alone is more likely to crack further or become infected. Prompt repair helps stop small damage from turning into a bigger, more costly problem.

Protect Your Smile

Whether it's a front tooth or a molar, timely repair helps preserve your natural tooth structure and keeps your smile looking and functioning the way it should.

Get Care Fast

We know a broken tooth is stressful and often unexpected. With flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, you can get it fixed without a long wait.

Say Hello to Our Smile Team

As Houston’s go-to emergency dental specialists, we provide after-hours dental care, cater to local requirements, deliver swift services, and focus on your oral well-being and comfort.

Comfort, Care, and Convenience

Choose Urgent Dental Care Houston for unparalleled dental care. Our office, with comfort-enhanced settings, alongside highly trained team, ensures a great experience.

Relief, Resolve, and Restore

We pride ourselves on our experienced doctors, same-day treatments, and diverse financing options. Our practice is built on a foundation of comfort, care, and convenience.
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Say Hello to Our Smile Team

As Houston’s go-to emergency dental specialists, we provide after-hours dental care, cater to local requirements, deliver swift services, and focus on your oral well-being and comfort.
MEet Dr. Garcia→

Comfort, Care, and Convenience

Choose Urgent Dental Care Houston for unparalleled dental care. Our inviting office, with Netflix, music, and comfort-enhanced settings, alongside highly trained team, ensures a soothing experience. Benefit from our seasoned dentists and flexible scheduling, including late evenings and weekends, tailored for your convenience. Your comfort and care are our top priorities.

Relief, Resolve, and Restore

We pride ourselves on our experienced doctors, same-day treatments, and diverse financing options. Our practice is built on a foundation of comfort, care, and convenience, ensuring every visit is a positive experience. Our team's warmth and professionalism, combined with our comfortable setting, elevate patient care to new heights. Guided by our 3Rs approach – Relieve, Resolve, Restore – we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate dental care.
A white silhouette of a person with a gray background.

Say Hello to Our Smile Team

As Houston’s go-to emergency dental specialists, we provide after-hours dental care, cater to local requirements, deliver swift services, and focus on your oral well-being and comfort.
MEet Dr. Tri→

Comfort, Care, and Convenience

Choose Urgent Dental Care Houston for unparalleled dental care. Our inviting office, with Netflix, music, and comfort-enhanced settings, alongside highly trained team, ensures a soothing experience. Benefit from our seasoned dentists and flexible scheduling, including late evenings and weekends, tailored for your convenience. Your comfort and care are our top priorities.

Relief, Resolve, and Restore

We pride ourselves on our experienced doctors, same-day treatments, and diverse financing options. Our practice is built on a foundation of comfort, care, and convenience, ensuring every visit is a positive experience. Our team's warmth and professionalism, combined with our comfortable setting, elevate patient care to new heights. Guided by our 3Rs approach – Relieve, Resolve, Restore – we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate dental care.
A white silhouette of a person with a gray background.

Say Hello to Our Smile Team

As Houston’s go-to emergency dental specialists, we provide after-hours dental care, cater to local requirements, deliver swift services, and focus on your oral well-being and comfort.
MEet Dr. Troung→

Comfort, Care, and Convenience

Choose Urgent Dental Care Houston for unparalleled dental care. Our inviting office, with Netflix, music, and comfort-enhanced settings, alongside highly trained team, ensures a soothing experience. Benefit from our seasoned dentists and flexible scheduling, including late evenings and weekends, tailored for your convenience. Your comfort and care are our top priorities.

Relief, Resolve, and Restore

We pride ourselves on our experienced doctors, same-day treatments, and diverse financing options. Our practice is built on a foundation of comfort, care, and convenience, ensuring every visit is a positive experience. Our team's warmth and professionalism, combined with our comfortable setting, elevate patient care to new heights. Guided by our 3Rs approach – Relieve, Resolve, Restore – we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate dental care.
A white silhouette of a person with a gray background.

Say Hello to Our Smile Team

As Houston’s go-to emergency dental specialists, we provide after-hours dental care, cater to local requirements, deliver swift services, and focus on your oral well-being and comfort.
MEet Dr. Owens→

Comfort, Care, and Convenience

Choose Urgent Dental Care Houston for unparalleled dental care. Our inviting office, with Netflix, music, and comfort-enhanced settings, alongside highly trained team, ensures a soothing experience. Benefit from our seasoned dentists and flexible scheduling, including late evenings and weekends, tailored for your convenience. Your comfort and care are our top priorities.

Relief, Resolve, and Restore

We pride ourselves on our experienced doctors, same-day treatments, and diverse financing options. Our practice is built on a foundation of comfort, care, and convenience, ensuring every visit is a positive experience. Our team's warmth and professionalism, combined with our comfortable setting, elevate patient care to new heights. Guided by our 3Rs approach – Relieve, Resolve, Restore – we are committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate dental care.
MEet Our Team of Doctors →

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TRICARE Dental Program (TDP)
United Healthcare Global (Inside U.S.)
United Healthcare Community Plan
United Concordia - Tricare Dental Plan
United Concordia - Federal Employees Program
UFT Welfare Fund
United Concordia (Encounters)
United Concordia - Dental Plus - PA Blue Shield
UniCare
United Concordia Companies, Inc.
Trigon - Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Virginia
Trigon - Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Colorado
Tricare Retiree Dental Program
Tricare Active Reservists
Standard Insurance Co. of New York
Sun Life Financial (United Concordia)
Skygen USA
Standard Insurance
SelectHealth
Securian/Patriot Dental
Securian Dental
Reliance Standard Life
Regence Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Oregon (out of State Providers)
Public Employee Health Program (PEHP)
Principal
PrimeWest
PrimeCare, Wisconsin State and Federal Employees and Medicaid
Physicians Mutual (Dental)
Oklahoma DRS Doc
Phoenix Health Plans (DentaQuest)
Medicaid of Wisconsin - DentaQuest
Molina
North Dakota Dental Service
Minnesota Blue Cross Dental (UCCI)
MetLife
Medicaid of Wisconsin, PrimeCare
Medicaid of Wisconsin, Humana / TDC
Medicaid of Washington
Medicaid of Virginia, HealthKeepers Plus
Medicaid of Texas - DentaQuest
Medicaid of Utah
Medicaid of Texas - MCNA
Medicaid of Tennessee, BlueCare
Medicaid of New York
Medicaid of Minnesota
Medicaid of Indiana
Medicaid of Michigan
Medicaid of Connecticut
Medicaid of Alabama
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Hershey Healthsmile
Healthsource Provident
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HealthScope Benefits/ Morris Associates
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HealthChoice Oklahoma
Healthcare Highways
HDS Medicaid
Hawaii Dental Service
Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America
Golden West Dental
Florida Combined Life (Dental)
First Reliance Standard
Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
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DentaQuest - Government
DeltaCare USA - Encounters
Delta Dental - Tricare Retiree
Delta Dental of West Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my tooth breaks?

  • Rinse your mouth gently with warm water.
  • Save any broken pieces and keep them in milk or a clean, damp cloth. Bring them with you.
  • Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze if there's bleeding.
  • Use a cold compress on your cheek to reduce swelling.
  • Cover a sharp edge with dental wax or sugar-free gum to protect your tongue and cheek.
  • Avoid chewing on that side, and call Urgent Dental Care at (281) 968-3600 right away.

Is a broken tooth a dental emergency?

It can be. See a dentist the same day if you have severe pain, bleeding that doesn't stop, a large piece missing, a tooth that looks cracked down to the gumline, or swelling. These can mean damage to the nerve inside the tooth. If your tooth broke in an accident that also hit your head or jaw, or if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the ER first. Even if you feel no pain, a broken tooth shouldn't wait for long, since bacteria can enter the exposed tooth.

Can a broken tooth be saved?

Often, yes. It depends on how much healthy tooth remains and how deep the break goes. A tooth that has broken above the gumline can usually be rebuilt with a filling, bonding, or a crown. If the nerve is damaged, a root canal may be needed first. A tooth that has split below the gumline or vertically down the root may not be savable and might need extraction. We'll examine the tooth and X-rays and explain your options before any treatment begins.

How do you repair a broken tooth?

our treatment depends on the break:

  • Bonding or filling: repairs small to moderate breaks with tooth-colored material.
  • Crown: a cap that covers and protects a tooth with a large break or significant damage.
  • Root canal plus crown: treats a tooth whose nerve is exposed or infected, then restores it.
  • Extraction: removes a tooth that can't be saved, followed by replacement options such as an implant or bridge.

We explain each option so you know what to expect, including how many visits it takes.

How much does it cost to fix a broken tooth, and does insurance help?

The cost depends on the type of break and the treatment needed. A simple bonding repair costs less than a crown, and a root canal with a crown costs more than either. Insurance often covers repairs that restore function, and many plans cover part of the cost of crowns, root canals, or extractions. We'll verify your benefits and give you a clear estimate before treatment.

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