If your filling fell out or your crown came off in Alpharetta, call (770) 555-0139 now. Calls are answered around the clock, and we’ll book you a same-day appointment with a licensed local dentist, Monday through Thursday. Your $59 visit covers the emergency exam and diagnostic X-rays.
A lost filling or a crown that came off rarely hurts at first, and that’s exactly why people wait. Underneath the missing restoration is soft, exposed tooth structure. Every hour it stays uncovered, bacteria, air, and chewing pressure work on it. Mild sensitivity can turn into a cracked tooth or a serious toothache within days. Covering it quickly is almost always simpler and cheaper than waiting.
Signs you need lost filling or crown care today
Call the same day if any of these sound familiar:
- Your crown came off completely, or a temporary crown came off and you can see the shaved-down tooth underneath
- A filling fell out and you can feel a hole or rough edge with your tongue
- The exposed tooth is sensitive to cold air, water, or sweets
- A piece of the tooth broke away along with the filling
- Food keeps packing into the gap and your gums are getting sore
- The crown is loose, wiggles when you chew, or clicks when you bite
If the tooth is throbbing on its own or your face is swelling, the nerve may be involved. Read about dental abscess treatment and call right away.
What happens at your same-day visit
The appointment at the Northfall Lane office runs in three steps:
- Exam and X-rays. The dentist checks the exposed tooth and takes X-rays to see whether the structure underneath is still healthy. This is what your $59 covers.
- A clear plan and exact pricing. Before any work starts, you know what the tooth needs and what it costs. Nothing begins until you approve it.
- Same-day treatment when possible. A crown in good shape can often be cleaned and re-cemented on the spot. A lost filling is usually replaced the same day. If the tooth is too damaged for either, the dentist walks you through options such as a new crown or, when decay runs deep, a same-day root canal.
Bring the crown with you if you have it. Keep it in a small bag or container. Don’t glue it back in with household adhesive, which can trap bacteria and make removal harder.
Cost of lost filling or crown repair in Alpharetta
Your visit starts with the $59 emergency exam and X-rays. That fee covers the exam and diagnostic imaging only; treatment costs are separate and explained before any work begins. Re-cementing an existing crown is typically one of the simpler emergency treatments, while a replacement filling or new crown takes more time and materials, and is priced accordingly before you commit. Most major insurance plans are accepted, and payment plans are available. Our cost and insurance page explains how pricing works.
Why patients call us
- Same-day appointments, Monday through Thursday
- Calls answered 24/7 by a real person who books the first available time
- $59 emergency exam and X-rays, with pricing explained before treatment
- Payment plans available, and most major insurance plans accepted
- Se habla español
Lost filling and crown repair near you in Alpharetta
We schedule emergency visits at a dental office located at 11775 Northfall Lane, Suite 107, Alpharetta, GA 30009, a short drive from North Point Mall for most Alpharetta residents. Calling from a nearby town? We serve the whole Alpharetta service area, and drivers coming up from the south usually make it within 15 minutes.
FAQ
Can I glue my crown back on myself?
No. Don’t use super glue or household adhesive. Those products aren’t safe in your mouth, they trap bacteria against the tooth, and they make it much harder for the dentist to re-seat the crown properly. If you need a short-term fix before your visit, a dab of dental cement or denture adhesive from a pharmacy can hold the crown for a few hours. Call and get seen the same day.
Is a lost filling actually an emergency?
It’s urgent, even when it doesn’t hurt yet. The exposed tooth underneath is softer than enamel and can decay or crack quickly under normal chewing. Seen within a day or two, most lost fillings are a straightforward same-day repair. Wait a few weeks and the same tooth may need a root canal or a crown instead. Sooner is simpler and cheaper.
What if I swallowed my filling or crown?
A swallowed filling or small crown almost always passes without any problem, so don’t panic about that part. The tooth left behind is the real concern, because it’s now unprotected. Avoid chewing on that side, keep the area clean with gentle rinsing, and call to get the tooth covered the same day. If you inhaled it and are coughing, seek medical care first.
How long can a temporary crown stay off?
Days, not weeks. A temporary crown protects a tooth that’s been shaped for a permanent one, so the exposed tooth is especially vulnerable and can shift position quickly. Even a small shift can keep your permanent crown from fitting. Call (770) 555-0139 and we’ll book a same-day time, or the first opening, to get it re-seated before the tooth moves.