Emergency Dentist in Richmond, TX
Tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, lost crown, or dental injury? Call Sunstone Dental for an emergency dental visit at our Richmond office. We open October 15, 2026, and same-day appointments may be available once the office is open. Easy to reach from Katy and Fulshear.
What Are You Experiencing?
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Tooth Pain
Severe, throbbing, lingering, or worsening tooth pain.
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Swelling or Infection
Swelling around a tooth or gum, facial swelling, drainage, or a bump on the gum.
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Broken or Cracked Tooth
A tooth that has chipped, fractured, cracked, or broken unexpectedly.
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Lost Filling or Crown
A filling or crown has become loose, broken, or completely fallen out.
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Dental Injury
Damage caused by a fall, sports injury, accident, or other trauma.
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Knocked-Out Tooth
A permanent tooth has been completely displaced and needs immediate attention.
Not sure if it is an emergency? Call us. Tell us what you’re experiencing and we’ll help determine how soon you should be seen.
What Happens at Your Emergency Visit?
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Find the Problem
We’ll examine the area and take X-rays when needed to identify what is causing your symptoms.
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Get You Comfortable
We’ll address the immediate concern and help relieve discomfort whenever possible.
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Discuss Treatment
Treatment is always case by case. We’ll explain what we find and what options make sense for you.
Emergency Treatment May Include
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Tooth-Colored Fillings
Repair cavities, damaged fillings, and certain small areas of tooth damage.
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Crown Repair or Replacement
Restore a damaged tooth or address a crown that has loosened or broken.
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Root Canal Evaluation
Treat an inflamed or infected tooth when the tooth can still be saved.
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Dental Infection Treatment
Evaluate swelling, abscesses, and other signs of infection and determine the appropriate treatment.
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Emergency Extraction Evaluation
When a tooth cannot reasonably be restored, removal may be recommended.
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Broken Tooth Repair
Treatment may range from bonding or a filling to a crown or other restoration depending on the damage.
Not every dental emergency requires a root canal or extraction. Treatment depends on the condition of your tooth and your individual situation.
When Should I Go to the ER?
Most dental problems are best evaluated by a dentist. However, seek emergency medical care immediately for:
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Rapid or significant facial or neck swelling
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Major facial or head trauma
Common Questions About Dental Emergencies
What counts as a dental emergency?
Severe or worsening tooth pain, facial or gum swelling, a knocked-out tooth, a broken or cracked tooth, dental trauma, or a lost restoration causing significant pain are all good reasons to call. If you are unsure whether something can wait, call us and describe what is happening.
Can I see an emergency dentist the same day in Richmond, TX?
Sunstone Dental opens October 15, 2026. Until then, call us and we will help you understand the next step. After we open, we reserve time for dental emergencies whenever possible and make every effort to see urgent problems the same day. Call first so we can understand what happened. Definitive treatment depends on what we find.
What should I do if I have a severe toothache?
Call us rather than waiting for the pain to become worse. Tooth pain can come from decay, a cracked tooth, inflammation of the nerve, an infection, or several other causes. The treatment depends on the diagnosis, so pain medicine alone is not a substitute for having the tooth evaluated.
What should I do if a permanent tooth is knocked out?
Call a dentist immediately. Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root, gently rinse off visible debris without scrubbing it, and keep the tooth moist. If it cannot be placed back into the socket safely, milk is commonly used for transport. Time matters in a knocked-out-tooth emergency.
Is facial swelling or a dental abscess an emergency?
Yes, dental swelling should be assessed promptly because an infection can spread. If swelling is rapidly increasing or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant neck or facial swelling, or other potentially life-threatening symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately rather than waiting for a dental appointment.
What should I do if a filling or crown breaks or falls out?
Keep the restoration if you still have it and call us. The tooth may be more sensitive or vulnerable after a filling or crown comes loose. Depending on the condition of the tooth and restoration, it may be possible to repair or re-cement it, or a replacement may be needed.
Visit Sunstone Dental in Richmond, TX
23565 FM 1093, Suite 103Richmond, TX 77406
The Richmond office is on FM 1093 near Grand Parkway, for patients coming from Katy and Fulshear.
Opening October 15, 2026
Call our office to discuss an urgent concern, or book a visit. After we open on October 15, 2026, we will reserve time for dental emergencies every day we’re in the office.