Dentist for Toothaches and Emergencies
Dental emergencies occur at the most unexpected times. Since they can happen to anybody at any time, it’s important that you know where to go when it happens. Our goal at Dental Frisco Studio is to offer our patients high-quality service, no matter what situation occurs. By knowing what to do when an emergency strikes, it helps prevent long-term damage.
Emergency dentistry includes accidents or oral conditions that are both urgent and severe, therefore requiring immediate medical attention.
This includes excessive bleeding, intense pain, and signs of a serious infection.
Common reasons for emergency dentistry include unexpectedly losing a tooth, cracking or chipping a tooth, or an accident that leads to severe oral pain.
This can happen for a variety of reasons, including a sports accident, slip and fall, or a car accident, among other reasons. Contact Frisco Dental Studio if you’re looking for an emergency dentist in Frisco, TX.
If the injury isn’t addressed at an early stage, it can become a bigger issue in the future. This is especially true if the accident provokes an infection or abscess.
Resolving the issue also minimizes the discomfort that the patient experiences.
We offer extended hours and Saturday hours to help take care of you when a dental emergency happens.
Dr. Rahman, an emergency dentist in Frisco, TX, has the training and surgical expertise to take care of complex procedures such as root canals and surgical extractions, so in most cases, he can address your emergencies the same day.
Dr. Rahman knows what it’s like to experience a dental emergency. He once needed a root canal on Thanksgiving Day, and he was thankfully able to resolve the issue quickly so he could return to his family. Whether it’s a broken tooth, an infection or a bad toothache, we’re here to take care of your needs and minimize discomfort. Contact us for any dental emergency or cosmetic dentistry.
We are open early mornings, late evenings and Saturdays to take care of your dental emergencies. If you ever experience an unexpected emergency, please give us a call.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Don’t just take our word for it. Find out what people in our community think about Frisco Dental Studio.
“Dental emergencies don’t follow a 9-to-5 schedule, which is why we offer extended and Saturday hours. When someone is in severe pain or has a broken tooth, they need immediate relief. I’m trained to handle complex procedures like root canals and surgical extractions, so most of the time I can address the emergency the same day rather than sending patients away with pain medication and a promise of a future appointment. That’s the standard of care emergencies deserve.”
– Dr. Mahfuzur Rahman
Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD)
“An emergency is not just about pain; it’s about restoring confidence and function. A patient with a loose implant crown or a fractured restoration is worried they’ve lost something important. Our job is to evaluate the situation calmly, determine exactly what’s wrong, and explain whether it can be repaired, adjusted, or replaced. Many ’emergencies’ are fixable without major treatment, but patients need to know that right away to relieve their anxiety.”
– Dr. Zeenat Abdulali Kheraluwala
Focused on Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
High Complication-Free Rates for Implant-Supported Restorations
Complication-Free Rate vs. Prosthesis Survival Rate
Complication-Free Rate
Prosthesis Survival Rate
No Framework Fracture During a Year
99.7
99.7
No Occlusal Screw Fracture During a Year
99.7
99.7
No Prosthetic Material Fracture During a Year
98.1
98.1
No Screw Access Filling Loss During a Year
97.3
97.3
No Restoration Decementation During a Year
97.1
97.1
Full-Arch Implant Prosthesis Survival
91.6
91.6
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| Implant Restoration Outcome | Percentage | What the Research Shows |
|---|---|---|
| No Framework Fracture During a Year | 99.7% complication-free | The annual framework fracture rate was 0.3%, meaning approximately 99.7% of the evaluated restorations avoided this major complication each year. |
| No Occlusal Screw Fracture During a Year | 99.7% complication-free | Occlusal screw fractures occurred at an annual rate of 0.3%, meaning approximately 99.7% of restorations avoided this problem each year. |
| No Prosthetic Material Fracture During a Year | 98.1% complication-free | The annual prosthetic material fracture rate was 1.9%, meaning approximately 98.1% of the restorations avoided this complication each year. |
| No Screw Access Filling Loss During a Year | 97.3% complication-free | Screw access filling material was lost at an annual rate of 2.7%, meaning approximately 97.3% of restorations avoided this issue each year. |
| No Restoration Decementation During a Year | 97.1% complication-free | Decementation occurred at an annual rate of 2.9% among cement-retained restorations, meaning approximately 97.1% remained cemented each year. |
| Full-Arch Implant Prosthesis Survival | 91.6% survival | Sixty-five of 71 implant-supported fixed complete dental prostheses remained in service after an average observation period of 5.2 years. |
Sources: Papaspyridakos P et al., “Technical Complications and Prosthesis Survival Rates With Implant-Supported Fixed Complete Dental Prostheses: A Retrospective Study With 1- to 12-Year Follow-Up,” Journal of Prosthodontics, 2020
Emergency Dental Implant Care for Loose, Broken, Painful, or Damaged Restorations
A loose implant restoration should receive prompt professional attention. Movement may involve the crown, bridge, denture, abutment, or retaining screw rather than the implant itself, and an examination can identify the affected component.
Pain or swelling around an implant requires evaluation. Frisco Dental Studio can examine the implant site for inflammation, infection, bite-related stress, tissue injury, or another condition requiring treatment.
A chipped or fractured implant restoration may be repairable. The dentist evaluates the location and extent of the damage to determine whether the restoration can be repaired, adjusted, or replaced.
A missing screw-access filling does not always mean the implant has failed. The opening and underlying components should be inspected so the dentist can check the retaining screw and restore the protective filling when appropriate.
Patients should avoid chewing on a damaged or mobile implant restoration. Continued pressure can worsen damage to the restoration or its connecting components before the problem is professionally evaluated.
An emergency implant appointment can clarify the problem and available treatment options. Patients experiencing pain, swelling, bleeding, looseness, or visible damage can contact Frisco Dental Studio for an implant evaluation and personalized treatment recommendation.
Questions Frisco Dental Patients Ask About Toothaches and Emergencies
What are considered medical emergencies in dentistry?
Emergency dentistry includes accidents or oral conditions that are both urgent and severe, therefore requiring immediate medical attention. This includes excessive bleeding, intense pain, and signs of a serious infection.
What are common reasons for emergency dentistry?
Common reasons for emergency dentistry include unexpectedly losing a tooth, cracking or chipping a tooth, or an accident that leads to severe oral pain. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including a sports accident, slip and fall, or a car accident, among other reasons. Contact Frisco Dental Studio if you’re looking for an emergency dentist in Frisco, TX.
Why is it important to see your dentist after a dental emergency?
If the injury isn’t addressed at an early stage, it can become a bigger issue in the future. This is especially true if the accident provokes an infection or abscess. Resolving the issue also minimizes the discomfort that the patient experiences.
How does Frisco Dental Studio handle dental emergencies?
We offer extended hours and Saturday hours to help take care of you when a dental emergency happens. Dr. Rahman, an emergency dentist in Frisco, TX, has the training and surgical expertise to take care of complex procedures such as root canals and surgical extractions, so in most cases, he can address your emergencies the same day.
What counts as a dental emergency related to an implant?
A dental implant emergency includes a loose or broken implant crown, sudden pain or swelling around an implant site, a fractured prosthesis, or signs of infection such as pus or fever. Any of these warrants prompt evaluation rather than waiting for a routine appointment.
Can a failed implant be fixed, or does it have to be completely redone?
In many cases, a failed implant can be removed and, once the site has healed (sometimes with the help of a bone graft), replaced with a new implant. The right approach depends on the cause of the failure, which Frisco Dental Studio evaluates with an exam and imaging before recommending next steps.