We understand that some dental issues and pain need to be dealt with promptly, thats why our emergency care line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Below you will find helpful information regarding a few types of common dental emergencies and ways to help avoid them.
Dental emergencies can strike anyone, but our patients who commit to regular dental care visits present with significantly fewer problems over time. Professional dental exams at our practice allow us to bring a blend of proactive efforts to you.
When you visit our practice we review many aspects of your health before we clean your tooth surfaces. Things like chipped teeth, high sensitivity or sore gums could all be the beginnings of bigger problems down the road.
Regular dental visits prove vital in fixing and preventing decay and gum disease as you keep up your daily home teeth cleaning habits. Together, with a proactive approach, we can prevent many issues from becoming dental emergencies.
Locate and save the tooth or its fragments handling them as little as possible, avoid touching root portions. Briefly rinse the tooth with milk. If the tooth is not broken, try to reinsert it in its socket. If the tooth is broken or you cannot reinsert it, submerge it in milk. Time is critical. Call us immediately!
Take out any easily removed pieces, then cover any remaining sharp pieces with over-the-counter orthodontic wax. Broken appliances are rarely emergencies. However, If metal is stuck in your mouth tissue, do not attempt to remove it. Immediately call our office for emergency assistance.
Clean the affected area thoroughly, dislodging any impacted food or debris. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water or hydrogen peroxide diluted with water (50/50). If there is any visible swelling, apply a cold compress to the area. Next, call our office immediately for emergency assistance.
Dr. Gaba is committed to dental excellence and takes many advanced courses and uses the latest in dental technology to enhance his patients comfort. He takes pride in listening to his patients and providing them with the most compassionate and comprehensive care available.
Dr. Sultan earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D) degree from University of Illinois, Chicago and completed her residency in General Practice Residency (GPR) from University Hospital in Newark, NJ. Dr. Sultan is experienced in treating pediatric and adult population and is well versed in all dental procedures.
Dr. Sultan prides herself on providing excellent care and her patients describe her as gentle and compassionate. When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Sultan enjoys traveling with her family, cooking and exploring the next best place to eat in Houston.
Dr. Kamran Shaikh earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the New York University College of Dentistry. He went on to do a hospital-based residency at the University of Louisville. After practicing general dentistry for a couple years, Dr. Shaikh returned to the University of Louisville to pursue his passion of being an orthodontist while also earning his Masters degree in Oral Biology.
Dr. Shaikh is experienced in the treatment of complex surgical orthodontic cases for adults, as well as early interceptive orthodontic therapy for children, and traditional comprehensive orthodontic treatment of teenagers.
Dr. Shaikh moved to Houston in 2011 with his family where he enjoys cheering for the Astros and Rockets. Dr. Shaikh is very passionate about being an orthodontist and is available to answer any questions regarding orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Julia grew up in Westfield, Massachusetts. She graduated from UMass Amherst where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She attended the University of New England College of Dental Medicine for her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. During dental school, Dr. Julia was involved with various school outreach programs where she taught underserved children about oral health care. She also volunteered at head start programs where she taught young kids how to read. As her passion for helping children continued to grow she decided to be a dentist solely for children.
After dental school she went on to receive further specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. During her training she learned many advanced pediatric dental techniques and treatment options such as oral conscious sedation and general anesthesia. Her goal is to provide comprehensive treatment to children of all backgrounds in the safest and most comfortable dental environment.
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Rating 4.8 out of 5 based on 206 reviews
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a year ago
I've been going to this place for almost 2 years now, and the staff is very nice and very effective, plus the installation and equipment always look very clean
Luis Alejandro Montalvo
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Today was the best experience my daughter has ever had at the dentist. The very professional doctor was very efficient and prompt in treating cavities. Even without anesthesia wow, he explained everything to La Nina and she opened her mouth and everything happened in a matter of seconds. Thank you very much for your services, I hope the doctor is always there. (Original) Hoy fue la mejor experiencia que mi nina ha tenido en el dentista. La doctora bien profesional fue muy eficiente y rapida en el tratamiento de caries. Hasta sin anestesia wow, le explico todo a La Nina y ella abrio su boca y todo fue en cuestiones de segundos. Muchas Gracias por sus servicios espero que siempre este la doctora.
Chloe Hodde
2 years ago
Great, friendly staff & efficient service
cammy oh
2 years ago
Nice staff, quick and explains your treatment plan if needed with ease. The dr is nice and dental assistants they are patient with the kids.
Tryell Joseph
2 years ago
First visit with kids, great customer service very clean environment will definitely return
Christian Salazar
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Excellent attention and service (Original) Excelente atencion y servicio
Yeni Cantarero
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) I took my 3 children and they took great care of them I like it very much they do an excellent job All the staff (Original) Lleve a mis 3 ninos y me los atendieron muy bien Me gusto mucho hacen un excelente trabajo Todo el personal
Dianna Posthauer
2 years ago
I'm going to the dentist is a very terrifying thing for me. Everyone was very helpful and made me feel comfortable.
GABRIELA FERRER
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Excellent attention, service and prices 100% recommended. Thank you (Original) Excelente atencion, servicio y precios 100% recomendado. Gracias
Bricelynn Robinson
2 years ago
From the staff all the way to the dentist, everyone was professional and the service was A1 quality.
Tiffany G
2 years ago
I really enjoyed my experience here. They made me feel so good and special. Thank you everyone for all of your kindness.
Philip Lanham
2 years ago
We took our son to a nearby dentist on a Friday, who said he needed a specific procedure that she did not do. We called Katy Family Smiles. Explained exactly what the other dentist said we needed. "No problem, bring him in." We get there. The dentist looks at him. Explains that he needs the exact same procedure that we were told on the previous day. Then she informed us that she did not do that procedure. So we got charged for an office visit and xrays to be told exactly what we already knew. We will not be going back.
Puneet Sahgal
2 years ago
Always the best service and the right advice.
brittany goudeau
2 years ago
I love the way they take care of my kids! Very kind and gentle with them!!
Trineshea Melton
2 years ago
Always courteous, professional and thorough.
Heather Williams
2 years ago
I had a scheduled 6 month appointment for my 7 year old daughter today at 11am. I showed up 15 minutes early. No one is here at the office. I never received a call or email ahead of time to notify me of anything. Now out the blue as I am writing this review I get an alert text message of an appt scheduled for August 6th for 11am which is not what my appt card shows. I understand that life happens but as a business there needs to be a level of professionalism. I will be looking for another dentist for my child. My time is valuable and so is my respect.
aubrey jefferson
2 years ago
Customer service was great but the need form stronger numbing medication is definitely a issue I was giving the maximum number of shots allowed and felt pain the entire procedure until I had to just ask them to stop. I understand everyone's tolerance is different but is there definitely a need for something stronger for those who the normal medication doesn't work on.
Avianna Rose
2 years ago
My 4pm appt was triple booked, so I wasn't seen until after 5. By 5:35, I was told I needed a deep cleaning and had 3 new cavities and an old cavity that needed refilling. They close at 6pm and the Dr was still working on the other 3rd patient. I insisted they finish my appt and eventually the work was done, extremely rushed and very painful. At one point I was literally drowning, couldn't breath, bc the suction equipment wasn't placed/ didn't fit my mouth. Equipment was leaking water over my chin and neck, and napkins were stuffed around my person and wrapped around the tool. After leaving just before 7pm (3hrs after my initial appt) I had to return that week not once, but twice for filling adjustments because my bite was extremely off creating intense pain. In 6 days I spent over 7hrs in their office. The first rushed job left me in pain, even when my jaw was in resting position. I still cannot chew on the left side of my mouth bc of the pain in the upper new filling. It's like electricity running through my upper jaw when I do. I've moved out of state and cannot get a third adjustment on these fillings from here. I cannot recommend this office: Old/ broken equipment, painful X-rays with sharp plastic mouth pieces, rushed services, over selling of expensive mouth wash, triple booking appts. So very disappointed and the worst dentist experience I've ever had. Still cannot use half my mouth to chew. Front desk employees are lovely.
jessica boom
2 years ago
Did a fantastic job with both kids.
Liz
2 years ago
Don't go there. I change my appointment for a later time and there were going to do deep cleaning and filling. " So the dentist did the wrong tooth and made it that the dentist saw another cavity with out tell me first. They all start to get nervous and think fast what lie they were going to tell me. I did make say anything to them since I was numb from one side. I never going back and now, I have to look for a dentist that can fix what they mess up. I have a whole and a bump on my teeth. Stop try to make money and start paying attention to One customer at a time. That how mistakes happen and you ruin someone's teeth they should take the doctors license away for her stupidity trying to do everyone at once.
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