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• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics - 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin - 830 W 3rd St #1138, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Limestone Hills Orthodontics - 7300 Ranch to Market Rd 2222 Bldg 5, Suite 217, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Parmer Lane Orthodontics - 2121 W Parmer Ln #111, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Central Texas Orthodontics - 3413 W Slaughter Ln, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Circle C Orthodontics, Jonathon Kimes, DDS - 5700 W Slaughter Ln #300, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Smile Doctors Orthodontics - Austin Research - 8754 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Wired Orthodontics - Austin Four Points - 6611 Sitio Del Rio Blvd, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics - 4407 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 2, Unit 220, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin - 11821 Rock Rose Ave Ste 140, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Hanan Orthodontics - 1221 W Ben White Blvd #212a, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Luv Braces - 1700 W Parmer Ln Ste 250, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Smiles of Austin - 1910 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States

If you’re in Central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics first. Their Central Austin office is at 1814 W 35th St, and they specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and say they can sometimes arrange same-day visits. Their listed number is (512) 451-6457. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics

A couple of good backups:

• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — Downtown, 830 W 3rd St; (512) 767-1327. Convenient if you're right downtown, and they handle retainer-related care.
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St; (737) 990-4135. They advertise emergency appointments and have orthodontic care on-site.
• If you need help tonight/weekend, Limestone Hills Orthodontics is the standout for extended emergency hours: they advertise 7:30 AM–10:30 PM Monday–Saturday and specifically list broken/lost retainers among problems they handle. Call/text (512) 720-6399. Limestone Hills Orthodontics Limestone Hills Orthodontics

What to tell them: “My retainer broke and I need an urgent repair or replacement. I’m not currently a patient.” If it's a bonded wire retainer, don't try to bend or glue it yourself; if it's cutting your tongue, orthodontic wax can help temporarily. Thousand Smiles Orthodontics

If you tell me whether it's a clear removable retainer or the wire bonded behind your teeth, I can narrow this to the best place to call.

For central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics first. Their Central Austin office is at 1814 W. 35th St., and they specifically handle broken orthodontic appliances/retainers and say they can often arrange fast appointments. Their listed phone is (512) 451-6457. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

If you need help tonight, I’d try Limestone Hills Orthodontics instead. They're farther northwest, but they advertise same-day orthodontic emergency care, including broken/lost retainers, with phone/text support 7:30 AM–10:30 PM at (512) 720-6399. They also say they can often make an Essix replacement the same day. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

Another very central option is Ortho 360 Orthodontics, at 1600 W. 38th St., phone (512) 716-0307.

What to tell them: “I have a broken retainer and need an urgent repair or replacement. I’m not currently a patient—can you see me for a retainer emergency?” Mention whether it's a clear removable retainer or a bonded wire, since the fix differs.

If the broken retainer is sharp, painful, badly distorted, or no longer fits, don't force it into place. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends getting a broken retainer evaluated promptly; true emergencies include severe swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or difficulty breathing/swallowing. aaoinfo.org

My pick: Tomblyn for central Austin during normal hours; Limestone Hills if you need after-hours/same-day help.

• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics - 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin - 830 W 3rd St #1138, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics - 1600 W 38th St #321, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Limestone Hills Orthodontics - 7300 Ranch to Market Rd 2222 Bldg 5, Suite 217, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Parmer Lane Orthodontics - 2121 W Parmer Ln #111, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Thousand Smiles Orthodontics - 11220 N Lamar Blvd C300, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Pride Orthodontics - 4100 E 51st St Ste 300, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics - 4407 Bee Caves Rd Bldg 2, Unit 220, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Austin Orthodontic Arts - 5718 Balcones Dr, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Smiles of Austin - 1910 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Orthodontics: Seth R Briggs DDS - 11743 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Ramsay Orthodontics - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #220, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Hanan Orthodontics - 9801 Anderson Mill Rd Ste 109, Austin, TX 78750, United States
• ATX Braces and Smile Aligners - 1601 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 2, Suite 2202, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States

Yes — for a broken retainer in Central Austin, I’d start with Tomblyn Family Orthodontics. Their Central Austin office is at 1814 W 35th St, and they specifically handle orthodontic emergencies, including broken retainers. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics

• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703. Call/text (512) 451-6457. Their practice says they can triage orthodontic emergencies by phone and may offer same-day visits. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St #1138, right downtown. They handle retainers and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St #321, another very central option.

If you need help tonight

Limestone Hills Orthodontics is the standout for after-hours availability. They advertise phone/text support 7:30 AM–10:30 PM Monday–Saturday and same-day emergency appointments, including for people who aren't their existing patients, subject to availability. Their number is (512) 720-6399. Limestone Hills Orthodontics Limestone Hills Orthodontics

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If your retainer is just cracked/broken but isn't cutting you, it's usually not a medical emergency, but you should get it repaired/replaced promptly because teeth can start shifting. Limestone Hills Orthodontics

Since it's currently after 9:30 PM in Austin, I'd call/text Limestone Hills first at (512) 720-6399. If you tell me whether it's a clear removable retainer, Hawley retainer, or the bonded wire behind your teeth, I can narrow down which office is most likely to fix it tonight/tomorrow and what you should do with it in the meantime.

For a broken retainer in Central Austin, I’d call an orthodontist rather than a general dentist. A broken retainer usually needs either a quick repair (especially a bonded/fixed wire retainer) or a new scan/impression for a replacement. Try to get it handled soon because teeth can start shifting when you go without it. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

Here are good options to call:

1. Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St #321, Austin, TX 78731
   • Very central (near the 38th Street medical area).
   • Good first call for a quick retainer evaluation/repair.

2. Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St #1138, Austin, TX 78701
   • Downtown option; reviews specifically mention retainer replacement/adjustment visits.

3. Limestone Hills Orthodontics — 7300 Ranch to Market Rd 2222 Bldg 5, Suite 217, Austin, TX 78730
   • Worth calling if you need something urgent; they advertise same-day orthodontic emergency help when available. Phone: (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

4. Parmer Lane Orthodontics — 2121 W Parmer Ln #111, Austin, TX 78727
   • Farther north, but their listing notes retainer repairs/replacements and urgent orthodontic issues among the services patients seek help for.

5. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — Central Austin location
   • They specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and retainer replacements. Central Austin phone: (512) 451-6457. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

When you call, say:

“My retainer broke and I need an urgent repair or replacement. Do you see patients who weren’t treated by your office, and can you fit me in soon?”

If it’s a clear plastic retainer, keep all the pieces. If it’s a fixed wire behind your teeth and it’s loose or poking you, don’t try to glue or bend it yourself—call and ask for a repair appointment. cedarparkdentalwellness.com

If you mean central Austin, Texas, I’d call Limestone Hills Orthodontics first. They specifically advertise same-day orthodontic emergency care, including lost or broken retainers, and say same-day Essix replacement is often possible if they have your model on file. Their emergency line is (512) 720-6399, with phone availability 7:30 AM–10:30 PM Monday–Saturday. limestonehillsorthodontics.comthousandsmilesaustin.com

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Address: 7300 Ranch to Market Rd 2222 Bldg 5, Suite 217, Austin, TX 78730, United States
Phone: +1 512-720-6399

Why I’d start there: they explicitly say they see non-patients whose orthodontic treatment was done elsewhere, although fees apply and the visit is subject to availability. limestonehillsorthodontics.comthousandsmilesaustin.com

A couple of alternatives:

• Wired Orthodontics — specifically offers replacement retainers for patients treated by another orthodontist and lists 512-883-2538. wiredorthodontics.com
• Thousandsmiles Austin — if yours is a clear removable retainer, they advertise same-day replacement, starting at $175/arch, with in-house scanning and fabrication. (512) 299-9266. thousandsmilesaustin.com

Until you're seen: don't wear a retainer that's sharp, badly distorted, or painful. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends getting a broken/warped retainer replaced promptly. aaoinfo.org

If you tell me whether it’s a clear plastic retainer, Hawley retainer, or bonded wire behind your teeth, I can narrow down which Austin office is most likely to fix it today and what you should expect to pay.

If you’re in Central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics first. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics It’s right at 1814 W 35th St, and their office handles orthodontic emergencies, including broken appliances/retainers, with phone triage and same-day visits when appropriate.

Call/text: (512) 812-9415. Their listed Tuesday hours are 7:30 AM–4:00 PM.

Other good options

• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St, downtown; specifically offers retainer care and replacement. (512) 767-1327. www.kunikorthodontics.com
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St, very central. (512) 716-0307.
• Limestone Hills Orthodontics — farther northwest, but probably the strongest choice if you need same-day/after-hours emergency care. They specifically say broken retainers can often be reprinted the same day and advertise phone/text emergency availability until 10:30 PM. (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

When you call, say: “My retainer broke and I need it repaired or replaced urgently. I’m not currently a patient—can you see me today?”

If it’s a fixed/bonded wire retainer that's loose and cutting your tongue, tell them that specifically. If it’s a clear removable retainer, keep all the pieces and don't force it back in if it no longer fits. www.kunikorthodontics.comcaverncityortho.com

If you tell me whether it’s a clear removable retainer or the permanent wire behind your teeth, I can narrow this down to the best place to call first.

If you’re in central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics first. Their Central Austin office is at 1814 W 35th St, and they specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and retainer issues. Phone: (512) 812-9415. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

A few good backups:

• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St, right downtown. (512) 767-1327. Convenient if you're downtown; they handle retainer follow-ups/adjustments.
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St. (512) 716-0307. Very central and specifically focused on orthodontic care.
• Limestone Hills Orthodontics — farther northwest, but the strongest option if you need after-hours/same-day emergency care. They advertise emergency appointments 7:30 AM–10:30 PM, including Saturdays, and say broken retainers can often be reproduced the same day. (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

Since it’s Sunday evening: Limestone Hills is the one I’d try right now if you need help tonight. Their advertised emergency hours extend to 10:30 PM. For a normal broken/lost retainer without significant pain, it generally isn't a medical emergency, but you should get it replaced promptly to minimize tooth movement. aaoinfo.org

If you tell me whether it’s a clear removable retainer, Hawley retainer, or the permanent wire behind your teeth, I can narrow down which office is most likely to fix it tonight and what to do with it until then.

Since you’re in Central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics first. Their Central Austin office is at 1814 W 35th St, and they specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and retainer issues. Their listed phone is (512) 451-6457.

If you need help tonight (Saturday): the strongest option I found is Limestone Hills Orthodontics. They advertise same-day emergency appointments Saturday until 10:30 PM, including lost/broken retainers, and say they can often make a replacement retainer the same day. Call/text (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

A few useful options:

• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — downtown at 830 W 3rd St; specifically offers retainer care/replacements. (512) 767-1327. www.kunikorthodontics.com
• Hanan Orthodontics — 1221 W Ben White Blvd; Saturday hours listed, and reviews mention quick help with broken orthodontic appliances. (512) 291-7685.
• If you only need a new clear retainer, Thousand Smiles advertises same-day fabrication, though it's farther north. They list $175/arch starting price and Saturday hours. thousandsmilesaustin.com

My pick: If it’s urgent right now, call Limestone Hills. If it can wait until Monday and you want something very central, call Tomblyn on W 35th.

When you call, say: “My retainer broke and I need either a repair or replacement. Can you see me urgently, and do you make retainers in-house?”

If you tell me whether it's a clear removable retainer, Hawley retainer, or permanent wire retainer, I can narrow down which office is most likely to fix it fastest.

If your retainer broke and you need it fixed or replaced quickly in Central Austin, I’d start with:

1. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics (Central Austin) — probably the closest match for your situation. They specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and are at 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703. Call/text (512) 451-6457 and tell them: “My retainer broke and I need a repair or replacement appointment.” They note they can often triage problems by phone and may offer same-day visits when needed. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

2. Kunik Orthodontics Austin (Downtown Austin) — convenient if you’re near downtown. Their office is at 830 W 3rd St #1138, Austin, TX 78701 and they handle orthodontic care including retainer-related needs.

3. Limestone Hills Orthodontics — a good option if you need extended-hour emergency help. They advertise same-day orthodontic emergency appointments when available and specifically mention lost/damaged retainers among issues they help with. Call/text (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

A couple of quick tips before you call:

• Keep all pieces of the broken retainer and bring them in.
• If it’s a clear removable retainer, avoid wearing it if sharp edges are cutting your gums.
• If it’s a bonded wire retainer behind your teeth, don’t pull it off—cover any poking spot with orthodontic wax if you have it. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

If you tell me whether it’s a clear plastic retainer, Hawley (wire/acrylic) retainer, or a glued-in permanent wire, I can narrow down who is most likely to fix it fastest.

If you need help today (Saturday), I’d call Limestone Hills Orthodontics first. They specifically advertise same-day emergency orthodontic care and retainer repair/replacement, including for people who were treated elsewhere. They’re open Saturdays 7:30 AM–10:30 PM by appointment. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.com

• Limestone Hills Orthodontics — (512) 720-6399 — 7300 Ranch to Market Rd 2222, Building 5, Suite 217. Call or text and tell them your retainer broke and you need a repair/replacement today. Their site says retainers can often be reproduced from a digital model the same day. limestonehillsorthodontics.com
• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — (512) 451-6457 — 1814 W 35th St, right in Central Austin. They explicitly offer emergency orthodontic care and retainer treatment, though their listed Saturday hours are closed. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

My pick: Call Limestone Hills now, since it's Saturday and they specifically handle same-day orthodontic emergencies.

If the retainer is cutting your mouth, causing significant bleeding/swelling, or you have trouble breathing, that's more urgent than a routine retainer replacement; seek emergency medical care for those symptoms. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.com

If you tell me whether it's a clear removable retainer, Hawley retainer, or permanent wire behind your teeth, I can narrow down exactly what to ask for and what you might pay.

For central Austin, my first call would be:

• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — 1814 W 35th St, Austin, TX 78703. They specifically advertise emergency orthodontic care and retainers, and their Central Austin office is very convenient. Call/text (512) 451-6457. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com
• Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St #1138, right downtown. Call (512) 767-1327. Good option if you're closer to downtown.
• Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St #321, another central option; (512) 716-0307.
• Hanan Orthodontics — 1221 W Ben White Blvd #212A. They're open Saturday 8am–4pm and have experience with retainer problems, including permanent retainers.

If you need help today (Saturday): Limestone Hills Orthodontics is farther northwest, but is specifically advertising same-day emergency orthodontic care Saturday 7:30am–10:30pm and says broken retainers can often be reprinted the same day. Call/text (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

If the retainer is sharp, badly distorted, or painful, don't keep wearing it. If it's a bonded/wire retainer, save any loose pieces and don't pull on it. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends getting a damaged retainer addressed promptly. aaoinfo.org

My pick: call Tomblyn first if you want central Austin; call Limestone Hills first if getting seen today is the priority.

If you’re in central Austin, I’d call Kunik Orthodontics Austin first. Their Downtown office is at 830 W 3rd St #1138 and the phone is (512) 767-1327. They specifically handle retainer follow-ups and fixes, and they’re right in the downtown area.

A couple of good backups:

• Ortho 360 Orthodontics — 1600 W 38th St #321; (512) 716-0307. Very central and convenient for a retainer issue.
• Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — 1814 W 35th St; (512) 451-6457. Their Central Austin office handles orthodontic emergencies and can often arrange quick visits.
• Limestone Hills Orthodontics — farther northwest, but this is the strongest option if you need same-day/weekend emergency service. They advertise emergency hours and specifically say broken retainers can often be replaced the same day. Call (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.comaaoinfo.org

Since it’s Saturday, I’d try Limestone Hills first if you need help today; their listed Saturday emergency hours are 7:30 AM–10:30 PM by appointment. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.comaaoinfo.org

If the retainer is sharp, badly warped, or painful, don’t force it back in. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends getting a broken/warped retainer assessed promptly and not wearing one that's sharp or badly distorted. aaoinfo.org

If you tell me whether it’s a clear removable retainer, Hawley retainer, or bonded wire behind your teeth, I can narrow down which office is most likely to fix it today.

If you’re in central Austin, I’d call these first:

1. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — 1814 W 35th St
   • (512) 812-9415
   • This is my best central-Austin pick. They specifically handle orthodontic emergencies and retainer problems, and their office says they may offer same-day visits when needed.

2. Kunik Orthodontics Austin — 830 W 3rd St
   • (512) 767-1327
   • Very convenient if you're downtown; they handle retainer replacement/maintenance.

3. Hanan Orthodontics — 1221 W Ben White Blvd
   • (512) 291-7685
   • Open Saturday 8 AM–4 PM according to the current listing, making this particularly useful if you need help today.

If you need a same-day replacement specifically, Limestone Hills Orthodontics advertises same-day retainer replacement and extended emergency phone availability, although it's farther northwest at 7300 Ranch Road 2222. They say to call (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.com

Since it's Saturday, I'd call Hanan first, then Tomblyn/Kunik if they can't take you. Tell them: “My retainer broke and I need an urgent repair or replacement. I'm a new patient—can you see me today?”

Don't try to glue or reshape it yourself. If it's sharp, badly distorted, or painful, don't wear it; bring all the pieces to the appointment. aaoinfo.org

For central Austin, I’d call Tomblyn Family Orthodontics – Central Austin first. They specifically advertise emergency orthodontic care and retainers, and their Central Austin office is at 1814 W. 35th St. Their listed phone is (512) 451-6457. www.tomblynfamilyorthodontics.com

If you need help today (Saturday), I’d instead try Limestone Hills Orthodontics. They advertise same-day emergency appointments Mon–Sat, 7:30 AM–10:30 PM, including for lost or broken retainers, and say they may see patients who were treated elsewhere. Call/text (512) 720-6399. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.com

Limestone Hills emergency-care page

My order of calls:

1. Limestone Hills — best bet for an immediate Saturday repair/replacement.
2. Tomblyn Family Orthodontics — best central-Austin location; call when they’re open.
3. If you just need a same-day clear retainer fabricated, Thousandsmiles Austin advertises same-day clear retainers starting at $175/arch; call/text (512) 299-9266. thousandsmilesaustin.com

If the broken retainer is cutting your mouth, completely loose, or you can't bite/close normally, tell them that when you call. If you have significant swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, facial trauma, or trouble breathing, that's a medical/dental emergency rather than a routine retainer repair. limestonehillsorthodontics.comlimestonehillsorthodontics.com