Toothaches, Broken Teeth, Lost Fillings; This Top Dentist Will Help!
When dental emergencies occur, this top rated dentist is here to help resolve toothaches, swelling, broken teeth, teeth that require extraction and just as importantly – teeth that are visibly damaged and causing embarrassment.
Top rated and comfort-focused, this emergency dentist is quick to help. With a gentle team, they have experience providing a wide range of care – oral surgery, root canal treatment, cosmetic dental restoration, implant tooth replacement and dentures. Additionally, this is one of the few Houston dentists that are specially trained and licensed to provide IV sedation for anxious patients and for people simply wanting a completely comfortable experience.
Dr. Kotlarek and his dental team deliver same-day appointments to help patients quickly return to their daily activities feeling comfortable and confident when chewing and smiling! If you’re experiencing any type of dental problem that needs to be treated ASAP call or click here to book online 24/7. You deserve to have nice healthy teeth – this emergency dentist loves to help.
Why Choose Roman Dental for Emergency Dentistry?

Same-Day Emergency Dental Appointments

We Accept Dental Insurance

Sedation Dentistry Available
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
- Call our office to make an appointment. The sooner you get to our office, the better chance we have of getting your oral health back on track. We’ll pencil you in for a same-day appointment if possible. Over the phone, an experienced team member will provide you with first-aid instructions to manage your situation in the meantime.
- See Dr. Kotlarek for an emergency exam. When you get to our office, we’ll perform a thorough oral examination to identify the cause of your problem. During your appointment treatment options, fees, insurance benefits, and out-of-pocket cost is openly discussed. Additionally, financing options are offered to help make treatment affordable.
- Get the care you need. Our team will perform same-day treatment, when possible, to relieve pain and restore the appearance of your smile. If needed, a plan can be made for any additional needs. Without needing to run around Houston being referred for oral surgery, root canal therapy or gum treatment Roman Dental provides most care under our small roof.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
If you have a dental emergency on your hands, the first step you should always take is to contact our office right away. We’ll gather information about your situation, including where your pain is radiating from and whether there was a trauma that resulted in damage. Then, we’ll schedule a same-day appointment because early treatment of a toothache is more comfortable, saves teeth, and is less expensive. To prevent a dental problem from getting worse, call or book a dental appointment online today. Below, you’ll find the most common dental emergencies we treat here at Roman Dental.

Toothaches

Chipped Tooth

Cracked Tooth

Sensitivity to Hot & Cold

Knocked-Out Tooth

Lost Filling or Crown

Broken Denture

Loose Tooth

Gums, Lips or Tongue Injury

Jaw Pain or Clenching

Something Stuck Between Teeth
Cost of Treating Dental Emergencies
Every Dental Emergency Is Different
Does Dental Insurance Cover Dental Emergencies?
Other Options for Making Dental Emergencies Affordable
We get it – you may be worried about the cost if you don’t have dental insurance. Fortunately, we offer additional solutions to make your care more affordable. You can sign up for flexible financing through CareCredit, which allows you to split the total cost into smaller monthly installments. Also, you can take advantage of our $85 new patient special that includes an exam and X-ray!
Taking Care of Your Smile Can Save You Money
How to Prevent Dental Emergencies
- Visit the dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning.
- Maintain a well-balanced diet.
- Protect your teeth while playing sports.
- If you grind your teeth at night, invest in a nightguard.
- Stay hydrated with water.
- Maintain a good at-home oral hygiene routine.
Root Canal Therapy
The words root canal therapy create anxiety. Coworkers, relatives and “friends” like to out-do each other and tell scary stories. In truth root canal treatment is safe, effective and comfortable.
Roman Dental is comfort-focused. This dentist uses lots of anesthetic and is patient – allowing time for the tooth to get numb providing for a very comfortable visit. After patients receive root canal therapy, they remark about how much better they feel. One patient commented: “this root canal was the best. It was like throwing water on the fire that was my toothache.”
Root canal is also known as endodontic therapy. Treatment simply involves removing inflamed tissue from the hollow center of a tooth.
Just as a candle has a wick in it’s core, a tooth root has a “wick area” that contains nervous tissue. If that tissue is inflamed it often results in sensitivity, pain or swelling. Endodontic treatment removes that nervous tissue, disinfects the tooth and eliminated the source of discomfort.
Tooth Extractions
We all understand that there’s no great substitute that can compare to healthy natural teeth, which is why we always discuss prevention and treatment.
Teeth should last a lifetime. However, in many situations teeth need to be removed. Bad teeth cause discomfort and spread bacterial decay to healthy neighboring teeth. Many people take great care of their teeth. But, because of diet, drugs, illness, injury or genetic bias their teeth are weak and may require extraction. Whatever the case – we are here to help. Roman Dental delivers comfortable surgical care. They provide single tooth extractions, full mouth denture treatments and implant supported tooth replacement options. Additionally, this office removes impacted wisdom teeth to prevent infections and tooth crowding.
EXCELLENT Based on 463 reviews Posted on Google Marilyn HeneryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best Dentist and Hygienist. Thanks Janine for all the great work and professionalism. Dr Roman you're the best
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Marilyn: Thanks for posting this 5 star review of Roman Dental. From all of us at Roman Dental - Have a great day!Posted on Google Holly HortonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everyone was super nice and the doctor and nurses were so informative and helpful!
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Holly: You are super nice to share these kind words about Roman Dental. We are all pleased to hear that you had a good dental visit.Posted on Google Maria WylieTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Kotlarek of Roman Dental and all his staff are wonderful, caring professionals. My family has been going to Dr. Kotlarek for many years, for all our dental needs, from cleaning to cavities, crowns, and my recently broken molar. They have my trust.
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Maria: Thanks for trusting us with your families dental care for all these years. Have a great weekend.Posted on Google Monica BetancourtTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been seeing Dr. Roman and Janie for over 10 years! I moved away from TX and keep coming!
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Monica: Thanks for the great review of Roman Dental and especially for trusting us to help with your dental care when you travel to Houston. Have a nice weekend while here in Texas.☀️Posted on Google Roger DrushelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been using Roman Dental for over 6 years. Dental Hygienist Rebecca did an excellent job deep cleaning my teeth. She was meticulous & took her time to make sure all tartar was removed. All staff is exceptionally friendly & nice. Dr. Mark makes sure the customer is taken care of completely. Super organized & thorough. Can’t go wrong having them as your dental office.
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Roger: As always, thanks so much for your kind comments. Have a nice week. Best Regards, Mark Kotlarek, DDSPosted on Google Georgia BrownTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Kotlarek and ALL of the staff are friendly and caring! I cannot say enough good things about them all. From pain management to checkout , I give them all 5 stars!
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Georgia Brown: Thanks for the Roman Dental review. We all enjoy helping and trying to make the treatment as pleasant as possible. Have a great week!Posted on Google Herbert EilenderTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a patient of Dr. Kotlarek for many years and I am always very satisfied with the procedures. Danielle Eilender
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Danielle Eilender: Thanks for your kind review and for trusting us, for so many years, with your dental care. It's always a pleasure to see you and to be of help. Best, Mark KotlarekPosted on Google Todd FreedTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Rebecca G. is very concerned about each patient's comfort. This concern shows through her approach and focus on the patient during teeth cleanings and treatments. I highly recommend her for anyone who doesn't enjoy dental appointments like myself.
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Todd Freed: Having worked with Rebecca for over ten years, I too can testify that you're right. Rebecca is sincerely concerned about dental hygiene, teeth cleaning and each patient's comfort. Thanks for your nice review. I'm happy that your visit was comfortable, if not enjoyable.🥳 Have a good evening, Roman Kotlarek,DDS
If a tooth is removed, Roman Dental can replace it with a dental implant, a dental bridge or a removable appliance. In every case, our team will offer treatment choices, discuss the cost and benefits of each option and then let you decide. This office provide good communication in an open stress-free environment. Importantly, this dentist loves to help and has the goal of providing life-long dental health.
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