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• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Ideal Dental Central Austin - 3500 Jefferson St #106, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• myDental at Norwood Park - 1045 Norwood Park Blvd Ste 103, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• South Austin Oral Surgery - 706B W Ben White Blvd Ste 194, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Hedgecock Dental - 5920 W William Cannon Dr Bldg 6 ste 200, Austin, TX 78749, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection needs urgent evaluation today. If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling spreading into your neck/throat, drooling, a high fever, confusion, or rapidly worsening swelling, go to an ER now rather than waiting for a dentist—a spreading dental infection can become a medical emergency. Emergency Dentist of Austin Austin Emergency Dental

For Central Austin, I’d start with:

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, near UT. It’s an oral/maxillofacial surgery practice and is particularly relevant if this turns out to require drainage or an extraction. Their listed hours are daytime, so call to arrange the urgent visit.
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Suite 200. It has multiple dental specialties including oral surgery and advertises same-day emergency care.
• Ideal Dental Central Austin — 3500 Jefferson St, Suite 106. They advertise same-day emergency appointments and oral surgery/extractions. Ideal Dental
• Emergency Dentist of Austin — 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324. They specifically advertise emergency treatment for abscesses, facial/jaw swelling, infections and emergency oral surgery, with same-day/walk-in care. Emergency Dentist of Austin Emergency Dentist of Austin

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an urgent exam and X-ray today. Can you evaluate and drain/treat an infection if necessary?”

If you're currently experiencing difficulty swallowing or breathing, skip booking and go to the nearest ER / call 911.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as a same-day emergency, not a routine dental appointment.

Central Austin options

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, near UT/central Austin. They’re an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice and are specifically categorized for emergency dental care. Call 512-320-1640. Oss Austin
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Suite 200. It offers emergency dental care and has extended weekday/Saturday hours; call 737-434-2436 and ask specifically for an urgent infection/swelling evaluation.
• East Austin Oral Surgery — 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Suite 102, with oral/maxillofacial surgeons and emergency dental services. Call 512-649-1180.

If the swelling is making it difficult to breathe or swallow, is spreading into your neck/under your tongue or toward your eye, or you have significant fever, go to an ER now rather than waiting for a dentist. Those can indicate a spreading infection requiring hospital treatment. austinperiodontal.com Oss Austin

If you tell me whether you're closer to UT/downtown, East Austin, or West Austin, I can narrow this to the most convenient option and check who is open right now.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• myDental at Norwood Park - 1045 Norwood Park Blvd Ste 103, Austin, TX 78753, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine appointment.

My pick in Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, near UT/Central Austin. They’re an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice and are specifically listed for emergency dental care. Their office number is (512) 320-1640. Treaty Oak Dental

A second good option is Austin Institute of Dental Medicine at 1401 Philomena St, which has multiple specialties under one roof and advertises same-day emergency care. Austin Dental Care

However, if the swelling is severe enough that you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling spreading toward your neck/eye/floor of mouth, or a significant fever, skip the dentist and go to an ER now. Those can be signs of a spreading infection requiring hospital treatment. Austin Periodontal Associates Magnolia Family Dentistry

If you're calling, say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (e.g. Downtown, UT, East Austin, West Campus), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency option.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as a same-day emergency, not a routine dental appointment.

My first choice in Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, near UT/central Austin. They’re an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice, so they’re a particularly good fit if the swelling turns out to require an extraction, drainage, or other surgical treatment.

For a more immediate emergency-dentist option, Austin Emergency Dental specifically treats swollen jaws, dental abscesses, and infections and offers same-day/walk-in emergency care. Austin Emergency Dental

Another very central option is Austin Institute of Dental Medicine, which advertises same-day emergency care and has oral-surgery capability under the same roof.

Important: If the swelling is spreading toward your neck/eye, or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, fever, drooling, or rapidly increasing swelling, skip the dentist and go to an ER now / call 911 if breathing is affected. Dental infections can become dangerous when they spread into deeper facial/neck spaces. enameldentistry.com austinperiodontal.com

If you're currently in Central Austin, I can also narrow this down to the closest emergency dentist that's open right now.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• South Austin Oral Surgery - 706B W Ben White Blvd Ste 194, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Severe jaw swelling with possible infection should be treated as urgent. I would not wait several days for a routine dental appointment. If the swelling is spreading, you have trouble breathing or swallowing, fever, confusion, swelling under the jaw/neck, or you can’t open your mouth normally, go to an ER now rather than a dental office. Enamel Dentistry Rose Dental Group

For central Austin, these are the options I’d call first:

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — a strong fit if the swelling may need surgical management (drainage, extraction, wisdom tooth infection evaluation, etc.). It’s near the UT/central Austin area and is an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice.

• Call: (512) 320-1640
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — another central Austin oral surgeon option for jaw/facial swelling or infections that may require more than a basic dental visit.

• Call: (512) 454-6744
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants — located near 38th Street and experienced in oral surgery procedures; worth calling if you suspect an infected tooth or need an extraction referral.
• Austin Emergency Dental — an emergency-focused clinic that handles urgent dental pain, swelling, and infection-related issues.

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection/abscess. Can you see me today or direct me to someone who can?” Ask whether they can do same-day X-rays and infection treatment, not just prescribe pain medication.

A couple of questions that change the recommendation:

• Is the swelling inside the mouth, along the cheek/jawline, or under the jaw/neck?
• Do you have fever, trouble swallowing, trouble breathing, or difficulty opening your mouth?
• Is this upper jaw or lower jaw, and how fast did it appear (hours vs days)?

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent—not something to wait several days on.

My first choice in Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400. They’re an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice in central Austin and specifically handle surgical dental problems. Call (512) 320-1640 and tell them: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

Another strong option is Austin Institute of Dental Medicine at 1401 Philomena St. They offer emergency dental care plus oral/maxillofacial surgery, so they may be particularly useful if an extraction or surgical treatment is needed.

If you need a dedicated emergency dentist with walk-in/extended-hour availability, Austin Emergency Dental treats swollen jaws, abscesses and infections and advertises same-day emergency care. Their listed phone is (737) 747-4646. emergencydentalaustin.com

⚠️ One important exception

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, extending into your neck/under your jaw, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, fever/chills, drooling, or difficulty opening your mouth, go to an ER now rather than booking a dentist. Large facial/neck swelling from a dental infection can threaten the airway and may require IV antibiotics or hospital treatment. www.rosedental.com

If you tell me whether the swelling is on the cheek, under the jaw, or into the neck—and whether you have fever or trouble swallowing/breathing, I can help you decide dentist vs. ER right now.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than booking a routine dentist.

My pick in Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, Austin

• Oral & maxillofacial surgeons, specifically equipped for infections, swelling, extractions, and surgical dental problems.
• This is the Central Austin option I'd call first when they open.
• Phone: (512) 320-1640. Their listed hours are weekdays, so they appear to be closed tonight.

Another Central Austin option is BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street, at 1011 W 5th St.; they advertise emergency/walk-in care and an after-hours emergency process.

But tonight matters

If the swelling is rapidly worsening, extends into your neck or tongue, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled/changed voice, or significant fever, don't wait for a dentist tomorrow—go to an ER now or call 911 if breathing is affected. Dental infections can spread into deeper tissues and threaten the airway. Rose Dental Group Tru Dentistry SoCo

If none of those red flags apply and you're otherwise stable, I'd call the oral surgeon as soon as they open and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

If you tell me whether the swelling is under your jaw/neck or mainly in your cheek, and whether you have fever or trouble swallowing, I can help you decide whether this is ER tonight vs. emergency dentist first thing tomorrow.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• myDental at Norwood Park - 1045 Norwood Park Blvd Ste 103, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda - 119 Cimarron Park Loop Ste c, Buda, TX 78610, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as an urgent dental/medical problem rather than waiting for a routine dentist.

My first choice in/near Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705 — is the option I'd prioritize if you can get seen promptly. They're an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice in central Austin, which is particularly appropriate if the swelling requires drainage, extraction, or surgical management. Their listed phone is (512) 320-1640.

Another strong emergency option is Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Suite 200. It's a large multi-specialty center with emergency dentistry and oral/maxillofacial surgery, and it advertises same-day urgent appointments.

For a dedicated emergency clinic, Austin Emergency Dental handles jaw swelling, abscesses/infections, extractions and urgent dental problems. Their clinic is at 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Suite 103, and their published emergency number is (737) 747-4646. Austin Emergency Dental

Important: when to skip the dentist and go to the ER

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, extends into your neck/tongue, or you're having difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, voice changes, inability to open your mouth normally, or significant fever/weakness, go to an emergency department now rather than waiting for a dental appointment. Dental infections can spread into the airway and deeper tissues. Rose Dental Group Tru Dentistry SoCo

If none of those symptoms are happening, call Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates now and tell them: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

If you tell me whether the swelling is upper or lower jaw and whether you have fever, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing, I can help you decide whether you should go straight to the ER.

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• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry - 2907 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 410 N Plant Ave, Plant City, FL 33563, United States
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• Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 29164 Chapel Park Dr, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543, United States
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• Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Specialists: Dr. Rafael Alcalde - 5150 Mason Corbin Ct, Fort Myers, FL 33907, United States
• Lehigh Acres Oral Surgery - 260 Beth Stacey Blvd #230, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936, United States
• Blue Wave Implants and Oral Surgery - 1537 Brantley Rd Ste A1, Fort Myers, FL 33907, United States
• Southwest Florida Oral & Facial Surgery: Mark R Streater, DMD - 14 Del Prado Blvd N #101, Cape Coral, FL 33909, United States
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Severe jaw swelling with a possible infection is a same-day dental emergency. I’d prioritize a clinic that can examine you, take X-rays, drain/treat an abscess if needed, do an extraction/root canal if appropriate, and coordinate oral surgery if the infection is more extensive. Enamel Dentistry Emergency Dental Austin

For central Austin, these are the ones I’d call first:

1. Enamel Dentistry At The Grove — a strong first call for your situation because they specifically list facial/jaw swelling and abscess-type emergencies and offer same-day emergency visits. Enamel Dentistry

• Call: (512) 884-5658 Enamel Dentistry
• Austin Emergency Dental — geared toward urgent problems including swollen jaws, abscesses, and infection-related pain. Emergency Dental Austin
• Downtown Dental Design — convenient if you are near downtown; they list infection, abscesses, and jaw swelling among emergencies they treat. Downtown Dental Design
• KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry — near UT/central Austin and treats emergency issues including jaw/facial swelling and infected teeth. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection/abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.” That wording should help them triage you correctly.

Go to the ER instead of waiting for a dentist if you have any of these:

• trouble breathing or swallowing
• swelling spreading into your neck, under your jaw, or toward your eye
• fever with rapidly increasing swelling
• you can’t open your mouth normally (significant trismus)

These can indicate a deeper infection needing medical management. Enamel Dentistry Tru Dentistry

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearest intersection) and whether the swelling is tooth/gum, cheek, under jaw, or neck, I can narrow this to the closest option.

• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• North Austin Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #310, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible infection should be treated as urgent. I’d book an emergency dentist/oral surgeon today, and if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling spreading into your neck, a fever, confusion, or you feel very ill, go to the ER now rather than waiting. Magnolia Family Dentistry Tru Dentistry SoCo

For central Austin, these are reasonable first calls:

• Austin Emergency Dental — emergency-focused clinic that specifically handles swollen jaws, abscess evaluation, infections, and urgent dental problems.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — oral surgery practice near UT/central Austin; a good fit if this may need drainage, extraction, or surgical management.
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — multi-specialty dental center that advertises urgent/same-day emergency care and has multiple dental specialties available.
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — oral surgeon in central Austin who may be appropriate for deeper infections, impacted teeth, or surgical issues.

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection/abscess. Do you have an emergency slot today?” Ask whether they can do X-rays and treat an abscess/infection, not just provide pain medication. Emergency Dental Austin Austin City Dental

While you’re arranging care:

• Don’t try to pop or drain the swelling yourself. Broberg Family Dental
• Use a cold compress on the outside of the cheek if it helps.
• If swelling is rapidly increasing or you notice breathing/swallowing difficulty, treat that as a medical emergency. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or cross streets) and whether the swelling is tooth/gum/cheek/jawline, I can narrow this to the closest option.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Widner Elite Oral Surgery & Dental Implants - 1500 W 38th St #51, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda - 119 Cimarron Park Loop Ste c, Buda, TX 78610, United States
• South Austin Oral Surgery - 706B W Ben White Blvd Ste 194, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• North Austin Oral Surgery - 12210 Pecan St, Austin, TX 78727, United States

Severe jaw swelling with possible infection is something I’d treat as urgent today, especially if the swelling is increasing. You want a dentist/oral surgeon who can evaluate for an abscess, drain if needed, prescribe appropriate treatment, and determine whether you need extraction, root canal, or surgical care. Emergency Dental Austin Tru Dentistry SoCo

For central Austin, I’d prioritize these:

1. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — best fit if the swelling feels deep, involves the jaw/face, or you suspect you may need drainage, extraction, or oral surgery. They are an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice and list emergency dental services.

• Address: 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705
• Phone: (512) 320-1640
• Austin Emergency Dental — a strong choice if you need same-day urgent evaluation and don’t already have a dentist. They specifically handle swollen jaws, abscesses, infections, and emergency extractions. Emergency Dental Austin

• Address: 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103, Austin, TX 78745
• Phone: (737) 747-4646
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — central Austin oral surgery option for jaw/facial issues and surgical dental problems.

• Address: 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756
• Phone: (512) 454-6744

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection/abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.” That wording should help them triage you appropriately.

Go to an ER now (rather than waiting for a dentist) if you have any of these:

• trouble breathing or swallowing
• swelling spreading into your neck or under your tongue
• fever with rapidly worsening swelling
• inability to open your mouth normally
• feeling very ill or weak KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Tru Dentistry SoCo

Until you’re seen: don’t try to pop or drain it yourself; a cold compress on the outside of the cheek may help with swelling. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

If you tell me where the swelling is (under jaw, cheek, tooth area, one side/both sides), whether you have fever, and whether you can swallow normally, I can help decide whether you should go straight to an ER or which dental option is most appropriate.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove - 4301 Bull Creek Rd Ste 190, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Charlotte Emergency Dental - 4010 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209, United States
• Harmony Dental Implants and Oral Surgery - 3541 Randolph Rd Ste 302, Charlotte, NC 28211, United States
• Urgent Dental - 9607 Northeast Pkwy, Matthews, NC 28105, United States
• Carolinas Center for Oral & Facial Surgery - 411 Billingsley Rd Ste 105, Charlotte, NC 28211, United States
• TRU Dental - 1824 E Arbors Dr #380, Charlotte, NC 28262, United States
• Sharma Oral Surgery: Priveer D Sharma, DMD - 12312 Copper Way Ste 100, Charlotte, NC 28277, United States
• Greater Charlotte Oral & Facial Surgery - Pineville - 10042 Park Cedar Dr suite b, Charlotte, NC 28210, United States
• Carolinas Center for Oral & Facial Surgery - 8738 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28213, United States
• Nelsen Dental Excellence - 2550-A Freedom Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208, United States
• Dr. Catherine B. Laws, DDS - 4010 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection is urgent. Because swelling can spread into the neck/airway, I’d prioritize a dentist that specifically handles abscesses/infections today.

My first choice in Central Austin

Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS is a strong fit because it specifically lists painful swelling, dental infections/abscesses, and severe dental pain as emergencies and is in Central Austin. They say they aim for same-day/next-day emergency care. Treaty Oak Dental

Call: (512) 478-4411 and tell them: “I have severe jaw swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection/abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

Another good option is Enamel Dentistry At The Grove. Their Central Austin emergency service specifically treats facial/jaw swelling and says these cases need treatment today. Enamel Dentistry

But please check for these red flags first

Go to an ER now / call 911 rather than waiting for a dentist if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling under your jaw or into your neck, swelling toward your eye, significant fever, drooling, or rapidly increasing swelling. Those can indicate a spreading infection or airway risk. Enamel Dentistry Rose Dental Group

If none of those are happening, I would call Treaty Oak Dental now and request the earliest emergency slot rather than waiting. Antibiotics alone often aren't enough for a dental abscess; the infected tooth/source may need drainage, extraction, or root-canal treatment. Enamel Dentistry

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (neighborhood or cross streets), I can narrow this to the closest emergency dentist that's open right now.

• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove - 4301 Bull Creek Rd Ste 190, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Chicago Dental 312 - 25 E Washington St #1211, Chicago, IL 60602, United States
• Dr Daniel I Chin Jr DDS & Associates - 845 N Michigan Ave Ste 919E, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
• Millennium Park Oral Surgery - 25 E Washington St Ste 825, Chicago, IL 60602, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Chicago - 4703 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60630, United States
• Dental Group of Chicago Family & Emergency Dentistry - 1556 S Michigan Ave #200, Chicago, IL 60605, United States
• Chicago Oral Surgery & Implant Center - 1229 W Washington Blvd Ste 220, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• Chicago Loop Dentistry - 25 E Washington St Ste 1121, Chicago, IL 60602, United States
• Cameo Dental Specialists - West Loop - 910 W Van Buren St Ste 600, Chicago, IL 60607, United States
• DentArt Chicago - 2016 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, United States
• 1800 Emergency Dentist 24 Hour - 111 N Wabash Ave, 1st Floor, Ste, #66EW, Chicago, IL 60602, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection is urgent. If the swelling is spreading toward your neck/eye, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, fever, confusion, or difficulty opening your mouth, skip the dentist and go to an ER now; these can indicate a spreading infection. Enamel Dentistry Rose Dental Group

For central Austin, my first call would be:

• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove — Their Central Austin location specifically handles facial/jaw swelling and suspected abscesses and says emergency cases are prioritized for same-day care. Enamel Dentistry
• Treaty Oak Dental — 2905 San Gabriel St., Suite 202, near UT. They specifically list painful swelling and dental abscesses as emergencies and advertise urgent appointments. Phone: (512) 478-4411. Treaty Oak Dental
• KoLa Dentistry — (512) 472-5633. They reserve time for same-day/next-day emergencies and specifically treat jaw/facial swelling and infected teeth. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Given that you describe the swelling as severe, I wouldn't wait for a routine appointment. Call the first one and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you see me urgently today?”

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or cross streets), I can narrow this to the closest emergency dentist that's open right now.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Central Connecticut Oral Maxillofacial & Implant Surgery - 836 Farmington Ave #223, West Hartford, CT 06119, United States
• Family Dental Practice of Bloomfield - 3 Northwestern Dr, Bloomfield, CT 06002, United States
• Avon Oral, Facial and Dental Implant Surgery - 2928 Main St Ste 101, Glastonbury, CT 06033, United States
• Khuri Ghassan DDS - 21 Woodland St, Hartford, CT 06105, United States
• Connecticut Center for Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery, PC - 80 S Main St, West Hartford, CT 06107, United States
• Dental Associates of Wethersfield - 20-30 Beaver Rd #102, Wethersfield, CT 06109, United States
• Crest Family Dental – Dentist in Hartford, CT | Dental Implants, Invisalign, Crowns, Hybrid Dentures & Emergency Dentist - 85 Seymour St #1018, Hartford, CT 06106, United States
• Huruta-Dias Raquel R MD - 21 Woodland St # L-16, Hartford, CT 06105, United States
• JawFixers - 483 Middle Turnpike W Ste 102, Manchester, CT 06040, United States
• Ansari Ryaz DDS - 21 Woodland Park, Hartford, CT 06105

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

One good Central Austin option is Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS. They specifically handle dental infections/abscesses and emergency cases, and their site says they aim for same-day or next-day emergency care. Treaty Oak Dental

Another strong option is Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside, which specifically lists jaw/facial swelling, abscesses, infected teeth, emergency extractions, and emergency root canals among the problems they treat. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

But please check for these red flags now

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling under the tongue/neck, inability to open your mouth normally, fever, confusion, or you feel very ill, go to an emergency department now rather than waiting for a dentist. A dental infection can spread into deeper facial/neck tissues.

If none of those are happening, call the dentist and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.” Don't try to drain or pop anything yourself. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Broberg Family Dental

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (neighborhood or cross streets), I can narrow this down to the closest emergency dentist that's open right now.

• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove - 4301 Bull Creek Rd Ste 190, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Emergency Dental of Milwaukee - 9305 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53227, United States
• Dental Associates-Miller Park Way - 2100 Miller Park Way, West Milwaukee, WI 53219, United States
• Major Dental Clinics of Milwaukee - 788 N Jefferson St #880, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
• Emergency Dentist 24/7 Milwaukee - 5323 W Hampton Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53218, United States
• Urgent Dental Care - 10401 W Lincoln Ave Ste 102, West Allis, WI 53227, United States
• Dr. Michael Laska - 5717 S 108th St, Hales Corners, WI 53130, United States
• Milwaukee Oral Surgery & Implants, Ltd - 2323 N Mayfair Rd Suite 102, Milwaukee, WI 53226, United States
• Bright Dental Milwaukee - 1300 W Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215, United States
• Milwaukee Oral Surgery & Implants, Ltd - 4425 N Port Washington Rd Ste 105, Glendale, WI 53212, United States
• Downtown Dental Group - 161 W Wisconsin Ave #5036, Milwaukee, WI 53203, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection needs urgent evaluation today. I’d prioritize a clinic that explicitly treats abscesses/swollen jaws and can do X-rays, drainage/extraction, or root-canal treatment.

My first choice in Central Austin

• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove — 4301 Bull Creek Rd Ste 190, (512) 884-5658. They specifically list facial/jaw swelling and dental abscesses as same-day emergencies and say they can evaluate and treat infections. Enamel Dentistry

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• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — 2905 San Gabriel St Ste 202, (512) 478-4411. This is another genuinely central option that explicitly handles dental infections/abscesses and painful swelling. Treaty Oak Dental

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However, don't just book a dentist if the swelling is severe. If it's spreading toward your neck, throat, or eye, or you have difficulty breathing/swallowing, fever, drooling, or trouble opening your mouth, go to an ER now / call 911 if breathing is compromised. A spreading dental infection can become dangerous, and an ER may be needed rather than an office visit. Enamel Dentistry Rose Dental Group

If you tell me where in Central Austin you are (intersection or neighborhood) and whether you have fever or trouble swallowing/breathing, I can narrow this to the best nearby option that's open right now.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Dolman Oral Surgery - 16 E 52nd St #402, New York, NY 10022, United States
• Mid-Manhattan Oral Surgery, PC - 36 West 44th Street, Suite 600 Between, 5th and 6th Avenue, New York, NY 10036, United States
• All County Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - Wall Street - 42 Broadway #1501, New York, NY 10004, United States
• Antonio Del Valle DMD MD - 16 E 52nd St #1101, New York, NY 10022, United States
• The Park Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: Y. Paul Han, DDS - 200 W 57th St Ste 302, New York, NY 10019, United States
• Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of New York City - 501 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022, United States
• Chatham Square Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 217 Park Row #4b, New York, NY 10038, United States
• Central Park Oral Surgery NYC - 515 Madison Ave 28th floor, New York, NY 10022, United States
• Leading Edge Oral Surgery Midtown - 307 E 49th St, New York, NY 10017, United States
• Tribeca Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, PLLC - 21 Murray St 2nd floor, New York, NY 10007, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection needs urgent evaluation today. If the swelling is spreading into your neck/under your tongue, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, fever/chills, confusion, or rapidly worsening swelling, go to an ER now rather than waiting for a dentist. Dental infections can spread beyond the tooth/jaw. Magnolia Family Dentistry Rose Dental Group

For central Austin, my first call would be:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — specifically advertises emergency care for painful swelling and dental abscess/infection, and is near UT/central Austin. Their listed number is 512-478-4411. Treaty Oak Dental
• KoLa Dentistry — 2907 Duval St, Austin 78705, 512-472-5633. They explicitly handle jaw/face swelling and suspected infected teeth, with same-day emergency visits when possible. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
• Austin City Dental — their emergency service specifically includes facial/jaw swelling and abscesses, with same-day urgent appointments; 512-451-8256. Austin City Dental

Because you described the swelling as severe, I would call and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.” Ask whether they can drain/treat the source of the infection or arrange an oral-surgery referral, rather than just prescribing antibiotics.

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearby intersection), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency dentist/oral surgeon that's open right now.

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

First: check for danger signs

If the swelling is spreading into your neck/tongue, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled/changed voice, significant fever, or rapidly worsening swelling, go to the nearest ER now / call 911. Dental infections can spread into deeper facial/neck spaces and threaten the airway. Tru Dentistry SoCo Rose Dental Group

If you can breathe and swallow normally

For central Austin, my first call would be Treaty Oak Dental. They specifically handle dental infections/abscesses and painful swelling and advertise emergency/same-day care. They're at 2905 San Gabriel St., Suite 202, near UT, and list 512-478-4411. Treaty Oak Dental

Another option that explicitly treats swollen jaws, abscesses, and dental infections is Austin Emergency Dental, at 2500 W William Cannon Dr., Suite 103. They advertise walk-ins and Sunday hours, including 8 AM–8 PM Sunday. Austin Emergency Dental

Given the severity you described, I'd call and say:

“I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today. Can you see me immediately?”

Don't try to pop or drain the swelling yourself. If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or cross streets), I can narrow this to the closest emergency dentist that's open right now.

Because you have severe jaw swelling with possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

One important issue: my local-business search is returning Syracuse-area results rather than Austin, so I don't want to send you to the wrong place.

If you are actually in Central Austin, Texas, the strongest match I found is Austin Emergency Dental, which specifically treats swollen jaws, dental abscesses, and infections, including same-day/walk-in emergency care. Austin Emergency Dental

Another Central Austin option is KoLa Dentistry, at 2907 Duval St, which explicitly handles jaw/face swelling and infected teeth and reserves same-day emergency visits. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

But if the swelling is severe or spreading, don't wait for a dentist: go to an ER now if you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling extending into your neck, fever, confusion, drooling, or rapidly worsening facial swelling. Those can indicate a spreading infection requiring medical treatment. Magnolia Family Dentistry KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

If you confirm “Austin, TX”, I can search specifically around downtown/Central Austin and give you the closest emergency dentist that is open right now, with phone number and booking information.

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside - 31 Navasota St #130, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Celine Dental Specialty - 2328 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97210, United States
• Portland Oral & Facial Surgery - 5050 NE Hoyt St #322, Portland, OR 97213, United States
• Summit Oral Surgery - 3332 N Lombard St Ste c, Portland, OR 97217, United States
• Columbia Oral Surgery & Implants - 4838 NE Sandy Blvd Suite 101, Portland, OR 97213, United States
• Malmquist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - 1750 S Harbor Way Ste 100, Portland, OR 97201, United States
• Beaverton Oral Surgeons - Beaverton - 3925 SW 153rd Dr #100, Beaverton, OR 97003, United States
• Mountain Valley Oral and Facial Surgery - 700 NE Multnomah St #840, Portland, OR 97232, United States
• Clark Oral Surgery and Implant Center - 9430 SW Coral St Suite 200, Tigard, OR 97223, United States
• Michael P. Malmquist DMD - 1750 S Harbor Way Ste 100, Portland, OR 97201, United States
• Cascade Oral & Facial Surgery - 16455 Boones Ferry Rd Ste B, Lake Oswego, OR 97035, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection can become dangerous quickly. If the swelling is spreading, or you have trouble breathing/swallowing, a muffled voice, drooling, fever, or swelling under the tongue/neck, go to an ER now or call 911 rather than waiting for a dentist. Dental infections can spread into the airway. Tru Dentistry Rose Dental Group

For central Austin, I’d prioritize a dentist that explicitly handles swollen jaws/abscesses:

• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — specifically lists painful swelling and dental infections/abscesses as emergencies and says it aims for same-day/next-day emergency care. Treaty Oak Dental
• Austin Emergency Dental — explicitly treats swollen jaws, abscesses, and dental infections, with Saturday/Sunday hours listed as 8 AM–8 PM. Their office is at 2500 W William Cannon Dr. Emergency Dental Austin
• Forest Family Dentistry - Eastside — explicitly lists facial/jaw swelling and abscesses as emergencies and reserves same-day emergency visits. KoLa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

Given that you describe the swelling as severe, I would call the first available emergency dentist now rather than booking a routine appointment. Tell them: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (e.g., Downtown, Hyde Park, UT, East Austin), I can narrow this to the closest options and check which are open right now.

• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3423 Bee Caves Rd Bldg C, Suite 201, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists of Buda - 119 Cimarron Park Loop Ste c, Buda, TX 78610, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• Hill Country Oral Surgery - 3310 B Ranch to Market Rd 967 Ste A103, Buda, TX 78610, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Austin Oral Surgery - 1601 E Pflugerville Pkwy Bldg 2 Ste 2101, Pflugerville, TX 78660, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as an urgent same-day problem, not a routine dental appointment.

Who I'd call first

• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, (512) 454-6744. They specifically handle conditions involving the teeth, jaws and face and advertise same-day emergency appointments. For significant jaw swelling, an oral/maxillofacial surgeon is a particularly good fit. Oss Austin
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400, (512) 320-1640. This is also centrally located and is an oral-surgery practice with emergency-dental services.
• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, (737) 773-3535. This is the most central option I found with 24-hour listed hours, though I'd call first and specifically say “severe jaw swelling, possible dental infection.”
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120, (737) 990-4135. They advertise emergency/walk-in dentistry and are very central.

Important: if the swelling is spreading into your neck/throat, you have trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled/changed voice, significant fever, or rapidly increasing swelling, don't wait for a dentist—go to an ER now or call 911. Dental infections can spread into deeper tissues and compromise the airway. Oss Austin Rose Dental Group

If you're able to call, I'd start with LoneStar OMS and tell them exactly how severe the swelling is.

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Clarity Dental and Implant | Austin General Dentist - 11672 Jollyville Rd #1, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

My first choice in Central Austin tonight

Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, near UT/West Campus. The listing currently shows 24-hour availability and specifically identifies the practice as an emergency dental service. Call (737) 773-3535 and tell them: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess.”

Another strong option

BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120. They advertise emergency/walk-in dentistry and an after-hours emergency line.

If you're willing to go farther south, Austin Emergency Dental specifically treats swollen jaws, abscesses, infections, extractions, and root-canal emergencies. Their listed location is 2500 W William Cannon Dr, with extended weekend hours. Austin Emergency Dental

Important: when NOT to go to a dentist

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, extends into your neck or tongue, or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, a muffled/changed voice, or significant fever, go to an ER now or call 911 rather than waiting for a dentist. Large facial/neck swelling from a dental infection can become an airway emergency. Rose Dental Group Aspen Dental

Since you said severe jaw swelling, if you tell me where in Central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearby intersection), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency option that's open right now.

• LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, United States
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates - 3200 Red River St suite 400, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS - 4631 Airport Blvd Suite 120A, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Oral Surgery Specialists Of Austin - 5301 Davis Ln #102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722, United States
• East Austin Oral Surgery - 2832 E Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as urgent rather than booking a routine dentist.

My first choice in central Austin

LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, (512) 454-6744.

They’re an oral/maxillofacial surgery practice specifically dealing with the mouth, teeth, jaws and facial structures, and they advertise same-day emergency appointments. Lonestar

Another very central option is:

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400, near UT, (512) 320-1640.

For a suspected dental infection with substantial jaw/facial swelling, an oral surgeon is a particularly good fit because they can handle extraction and surgical management if an abscess needs drainage. OSSAustin

But please check these symptoms first

Go to an ER now / call 911 rather than waiting for a dentist if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling extending into your neck/throat or toward your eye, rapidly worsening swelling, or significant fever with the swelling. Dental infections can spread into deeper tissues and threaten the airway. OSSAustin Rose Dental Group

If you're breathing and swallowing normally, call the oral surgeon now and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you see me urgently today?”

If you want, I can also find the closest emergency option to your exact location in central Austin that's open right now, including hospital ERs if appropriate.

• Enamel Dentistry At The Grove - 4301 Bull Creek Rd Ste 190, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS - 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• The Maryland Oral Surgery Group - The Melwood Professional Center, 9632 Marlboro Pike, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772, United States
• Bryant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 12200 Annapolis Rd #236, Glenn Dale, MD 20769, United States
• Woodview Oral Surgery - 1401 Mercantile Ln, Largo, MD 20774, United States
• Dr. Alphonzo L. Davidson Sr, DDS - 932 Largo Center Dr, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774, United States
• Maryland Oral Surgery Associates - 6201 Greenbelt Rd, College Park, MD 20740, United States
• Dental Group of Hyattsville - 5402 Queens Chapel Rd, Hyattsville, MD 20782, United States
• Greater Maryland Oral Surgery & Dental Implants in Silver Spring - 10313 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902, United States
• Maryland Oral Surgery Associates - 14333 Laurel - Bowie Rd #205, Laurel, MD 20708, United States
• Saxira Oral Surgery - 9001 Woodyard Rd B, Clinton, MD 20735, United States
• Edward Zebovitz, DDS Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery - 4311 Northview Dr, Bowie, MD 20716, United States

Severe jaw swelling with a possible dental infection is something I’d try to get seen today, not a routine appointment. I’d book an emergency dentist who can diagnose an abscess and arrange drainage, extraction, or root canal if needed. Enamel Dentistry Austin Emergency Dental

For central Austin, I’d call in this order:

1. Enamel Dentistry At The Grove — a strong fit for jaw/facial swelling emergencies; they specifically triage swelling/abscess cases and advise same-day evaluation. Enamel Dentistry
2. Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS — central Austin emergency dentistry; they list infections/abscesses and painful swelling among emergencies they handle. Treaty Oak Dental
3. Austin Emergency Dental — another urgent-care option that lists swollen jaws, abscesses, and infection-related emergencies. Austin Emergency Dental

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m worried about a dental infection/abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.” Ask whether they can do same-day imaging and treatment, not just a consultation.

Go to an ER now instead of waiting for a dentist if you have any of these:

• trouble breathing or swallowing
• swelling spreading into your neck, under your jaw, or toward your eye
• fever with worsening swelling
• confusion, weakness, or feeling very ill Enamel Dentistry Magnolia Family Dentistry

While you’re arranging care:

• Don’t squeeze or try to drain the swelling.
• Use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek.
• Keep your head elevated.
• If you can safely take them, over-the-counter pain medicines may help until you’re seen. Enamel Dentistry

If you tell me your nearest cross streets in central Austin, whether the swelling is cheek/jaw/under jaw, and whether you have fever or trouble swallowing, I can narrow the best option.

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would not wait for a routine dentist appointment. If the swelling is significant, rapidly worsening, or extending into your neck/face—or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, voice changes, fever, or difficulty opening your mouth—go to an ER now rather than booking a dentist. Dental infections can spread into deeper tissues. ossaustin.com

If you can breathe and swallow normally, my first call in central Austin would be:

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, central Austin. It's listed as open 24 hours today, with emergency-dentistry services. (737) 773-3535. Given the severity and the fact that it's Sunday evening, this is the most practical option I found.
• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400, central Austin. This is an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice, which is particularly appropriate if the infection needs extraction or surgical drainage, but its listed hours are weekdays. (512) 320-1640.
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120, very central. They advertise emergency/walk-in care and an after-hours emergency line. (737) 990-4135.

I'd call the 24-hour Guadalupe office first and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation tonight. Can you examine me and determine whether I need drainage, extraction, or hospital care?”

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearby intersection), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate ER vs. emergency dentist/oral surgeon.

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent—not a routine dental appointment.

My first choice for your situation

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, near central Austin. They’re an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice and are specifically equipped for surgical dental problems involving the jaw, teeth, and infections. Their listed number is (512) 320-1640. ossaustin.com

Another strong specialist option is:
LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, (512) 454-6744. They advertise same-day emergency appointments. 

If you need somewhere open right now

Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, (737) 773-3535. It is currently listed as open 24 hours and is centrally located. Call first and explicitly say “severe jaw/facial swelling with possible dental infection.”

⚠️ Don't wait for a dentist if…

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, extending into your neck/tongue, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, go directly to an ER / call 911. Significant facial/neck swelling from a dental infection can become an airway emergency. www.magnoliadentistryatx.com

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearest cross-streets) and whether you can swallow and breathe normally, I can narrow this to the closest appropriate place that's open right now.

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I’d treat this as urgent today, not a routine dental appointment.

Best options in/near Central Austin

1. Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, very central and listed as open 24 hours. Phone: (737) 773-3535. This is probably the first place I’d call given your location and the severity of the swelling.

2. Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St #400, Central Austin. They specialize in oral/maxillofacial surgery, which is particularly appropriate if this turns out to require an extraction or surgical drainage. Phone: (512) 320-1640.

3. BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120, another central option advertising emergency/walk-in dentistry and an after-hours emergency line. Phone: (737) 990-4135.

Important: If the swelling is spreading toward your neck, throat, eye, or under your jaw, or you have difficulty breathing/swallowing, drooling, a muffled voice, or significant fever, skip the dentist and go to an ER now. Dental infections can spread into the airway and become dangerous. ossaustin.com

If you're able to swallow and breathe normally, I'd call Dr. Elfiky now and explicitly say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you see me immediately?” Don't try to pop or drain the swelling yourself. enameldentistry.com

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (e.g. Downtown, UT, East Austin, Zilker), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate option that's open right now.

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours - 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS - 4631 Airport Blvd Suite 120A, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Austin City Dental - 1500 W 38th St #37, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• North Austin Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #310, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Parmer Lane Dental Care - 13001 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
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If you have severe jaw swelling, especially if it's getting worse or you have fever, difficulty swallowing, trouble breathing, or you can't fully open your mouth, don't wait for a dentist—go to the nearest emergency department immediately or call 911. A dental infection can spread into the deep tissues of the face and neck and may need urgent IV antibiotics and drainage. Treaty Oak Dental

If you do not have those emergency warning signs and can safely get to a dentist this morning, these are strong options in or near central Austin that advertise same-day emergency care for dental infections and abscesses:

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — Near the UT/Guadalupe area, listed as open 24 hours. This is the closest option if you need someone to answer immediately.
• Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS — Near Airport Blvd, offers same-day emergency appointments when possible and after-hours support.
• Austin City Dental — On W. 38th Street, advertises same-day emergency visits for swelling, infections, and toothaches when available.
• North Austin Dentistry — High patient ratings and same-day emergency appointments for swelling and infection when possible.
• Lady Bird Dental — Offers same-day emergency care and is a reasonable option if you can't get into a closer office.

While you're arranging care:

• Use a cold pack on the outside of your jaw (10–15 minutes at a time).
• Do not apply heat or try to drain the swelling yourself.
• You may take acetaminophen or ibuprofen if it's safe for you and you have no medical reason to avoid them.
• Even if antibiotics are prescribed, you'll still need dental treatment (such as draining the infection, a root canal, or extraction) to eliminate the source. Enamel Dentistry Treaty Oak Dental

Can you tell me:

1. Is the swelling under the jaw, in the cheek, or around a specific tooth?
2. Do you have fever, difficulty swallowing, or difficulty breathing?
3. Is it early morning and you're looking for the first available appointment today?

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

My first choice in/near Central Austin

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78705 — (512) 320-1640. They’re an oral/maxillofacial surgery practice and specifically handle surgical dental problems, including extractions and infection-related emergencies. Their Central Austin location makes them a particularly good fit if the swelling may require more than routine dental treatment.

Another strong option is LoneStar Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at 4306 Medical Pkwy #2, Austin, TX 78756, (512) 454-6744; they advertise same-day emergency appointments and specialize in conditions involving the teeth, jaws and facial structures.

If you need a general emergency dentist rather than an oral surgeon, Lady Bird Dental on South Lamar offers emergency dentistry and same-day care.

Important: If the swelling is rapidly increasing, or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, inability to open your mouth normally, swelling extending into your neck/under the tongue, fever with worsening swelling, or feel seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an ER now. Dental infections can spread into deeper facial/neck spaces.

If you tell me where in Central Austin you are (cross streets or neighborhood), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency dentist/oral surgeon and check who is open right now.

Because you said severe jaw swelling and it’s currently about 9:47 PM in Austin, I would not wait until tomorrow to book a dentist if the swelling is substantial.

Go to the ER tonight if:

• swelling is spreading into your neck, tongue, or throat
• you have difficulty breathing or swallowing
• you have a fever, feel very ill, or are becoming weak/confused
• you can barely open your mouth
• the swelling is rapidly getting worse

Those can indicate a dental infection threatening the airway and require hospital-level treatment. www.ada.org

For central Austin, a good immediate option is Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas - Emergency, 1500 Red River St., which has a 24/7 emergency department.

If you're breathing and swallowing normally

For dental treatment itself, I'd prioritize an oral/maxillofacial surgeon or emergency dentist who can address an abscess/infection, rather than a routine dental appointment.

• Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St., Suite 400, very central; oral surgery practice and listed for emergency dental care. Call 512-320-1640.
• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St.; currently listed as open 24 hours, making it one of the few central options I found tonight. Call 737-773-3535.
• Dr. Steven Pruce Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 1912 San Antonio St.; also listed 24/7, phone 737-773-3535.

My recommendation: with severe jaw swelling, I'd choose the ER tonight if there's any swallowing/breathing issue or spreading swelling. Otherwise, call the 24-hour emergency dentist and specifically say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you evaluate and treat the source of the infection tonight?”

Antibiotics alone aren't always enough; definitive dental treatment such as drainage, root-canal treatment, or extraction may be needed. www.ada.org

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent—not something to wait several days on.

First: make sure you don't need the ER

If you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling under your tongue/neck, rapidly increasing facial/jaw swelling, drooling, inability to open your mouth normally, or a high fever, go to an emergency department now rather than trying to book a dentist. Dental infections can spread into the neck/airway. enameldentistry.com

If you're breathing and swallowing normally, my first choice in Central Austin would be:

Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates
3200 Red River St., Suite 400 — (512) 320-1640
They're an oral & maxillofacial surgery practice in Central Austin and specifically listed as providing emergency dental/oral-surgical care. Given that you're describing severe jaw swelling and possible infection, an oral surgeon is particularly appropriate if you may need drainage or a surgical extraction.

Another very central option:

Najy Zarroug, DDS, MD
711 W 38th St., Suite A-1 — (512) 454-6725
He's a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, which is the specialty I'd favor for significant swelling/infection involving the jaw.

For a general emergency dentist, Austin Institute of Dental Medicine is another strong option; they advertise same-day emergency care and have oral/maxillofacial surgery capability.

Because it's currently around 10:40 PM, these offices are likely closed tonight. If the swelling is severe enough that you're worried about the infection spreading, don't wait until morning just to see a dentist—go to an ER.

If you tell me whether you have fever, trouble swallowing/breathing, or swelling extending into your neck, I can tell you how urgently I'd escalate this.

With severe jaw swelling and a possible dental infection, I would not wait for a routine dentist appointment. Dental infections can spread into the jaw/neck and threaten the airway. www.mayoclinic.orgwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

If you have any trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, swelling under your tongue/jaw or into your neck, fever, rapidly increasing swelling, or you can’t open your mouth normally: go to an ER now (call 911 if breathing is affected). www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

If you can breathe and swallow normally and the swelling is localized, my first dental choice is:

• Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX 78745, (737) 747-4646. They specifically handle swollen jaws, abscesses/infections, extractions and root canals, and advertise emergency care. emergencydentalaustin.com
• For a more surgical/specialist option, Central Texas Oral Surgery Associates — 3200 Red River St, Suite 400, Austin, (512) 320-1640. They're an oral/maxillofacial surgery practice, but they're not a Sunday-evening option based on the current hours.
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St, Austin, (737) 990-4135, is another Central Austin office that advertises emergency/walk-in care, but it's currently closed.

Given your wording—“severe jaw swelling”—I would lean toward the ER tonight rather than trying to find a dentist that can squeeze you in. An ER can evaluate whether the infection has entered deeper facial/neck spaces and provide IV treatment or involve oral surgery if necessary. www.mayoclinic.orgwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

If you tell me whether the swelling is under your jaw/neck, whether you have a fever, and whether you can swallow and open your mouth normally, I can tell you how strongly I’d favor ER vs. emergency dentist.

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than waiting for a routine dentist.

If you have trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling of your tongue/neck, drooling, rapidly worsening swelling, or feel very ill, go to an ER now rather than a dental office. Dental infections can spread into the face/neck and threaten the airway. www.rosedental.com

If you’re breathing and swallowing normally, my first choice for today (Sunday) is:

• Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Suite 103, (737) 747-4646. They specifically handle swollen jaws, abscesses/infections, extractions and root-canal-related emergencies, and are listed as open Sunday 8 AM–8 PM. emergencydentalaustin.com
• Emergency Dentist of Austin — 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, (512) 961-6200. Also listed as open Sunday 8 AM–8 PM, with infection/abscess and extraction care.

Since you're in central Austin, I'd call the first one and say: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you evaluate and treat this today?” Don't just book a routine cleaning/exam.

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (e.g. Downtown, UT, East Austin, South Congress), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate option.

Severe jaw swelling with a possible infection should be treated today. A dentist who can do an emergency exam, X-rays, drainage/extraction/root canal decisions, and coordinate oral surgery if needed is what you want. enameldentistry.comemergencydentalaustin.com

In central Austin, I would call these first:

1. Enamel Dentistry - The Grove — good fit for swelling/possible abscess because they specifically triage facial swelling and abscess cases as same-day emergencies. Call: (512) 884-5658. enameldentistry.com

2. Treaty Oak Dental — Central Austin emergency dentist; they handle dental infections/abscesses and urgent swelling cases. Call: (512) 478-4411. treatyoakdental.com

3. Austin Emergency Dental — advertises emergency care for swollen jaws, abscesses, extractions, and infection-related pain. enameldentistry.comemergencydentalaustin.com

When you call, say:

“I have severe jaw swelling and I’m worried about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

Go to an ER instead of waiting for a dentist if you have any of these:

• trouble breathing or swallowing
• swelling under the jaw, tongue, or neck
• swelling spreading toward your eye
• fever, confusion, rapid worsening, or you feel very ill enameldentistry.com

Until you’re seen:

• don’t squeeze or try to drain it
• use a cold compress on the outside of the face
• keep your head elevated
• use your usual OTC pain medicine if you can safely take it

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (neighborhood/intersection) and whether it’s upper or lower jaw + whether you have fever or trouble swallowing, I can narrow the closest option.

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as urgent rather than booking a routine dentist.

My first choice in central Austin today:
Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Austin, TX 78723. They’re open today (Saturday) 7 AM–7 PM, advertise same-day emergency care, and have both emergency dentistry and oral/maxillofacial surgery in-house. That combination is particularly useful if you need an extraction or surgical treatment rather than just an evaluation.

Another option that is open today is Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Suite 103, open 8 AM–8 PM Saturday. They specifically treat swollen jaws, abscesses, and dental infections. emergencydentalaustin.comwww.rosedental.com

Important: If the swelling is spreading into your neck/tongue, or you have trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, fever with rapidly worsening swelling, or difficulty opening your mouth, skip the dentist and go to an ER immediately. Large facial/neck swelling from a dental infection can become dangerous. www.rosedental.com

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (neighborhood or nearest cross streets), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency option that's open right now.

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would treat this as a same-day emergency. Dental infections can spread beyond the tooth/jaw, and significant facial swelling warrants prompt evaluation. emergencydentalaustin.comwww.rosedental.com

My first call

Dr. Jonathan Hayes Emergency Dentist 24 Hours — 2506 Fruth St, Austin, TX 78705. This is particularly convenient for central Austin. I’d call first and tell them: “I have severe jaw/facial swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection or abscess. Can you evaluate and treat me today?”

Another strong option today

Emergency Dentist of Austin — 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, currently listed open 8 AM–8 PM Saturday, phone (512) 961-6200.

Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr #103, currently listed open 8 AM–8 PM Saturday, phone (737) 747-4646. They specifically advertise treatment for swollen jaws, abscesses, and dental infections, including walk-ins. emergencydentalaustin.com

Important: If the swelling is spreading into your neck or tongue, or you're having trouble breathing or swallowing, drooling, difficulty opening your mouth, fever/feeling very ill, or rapidly increasing swelling, skip the dentist and go to an emergency department now. Large dental-infection swellings can threaten the airway and may require hospital treatment. www.rosedental.com

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (e.g. Downtown, UT, East Austin, South Congress), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency option.

With severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would not wait for a routine dental appointment.

My first choice for you

Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Suite 103, Austin. They specifically handle swollen jaws, dental abscesses/infections, extractions, and root-canal-related emergencies, and they’re open Saturday 8 AM–8 PM. emergencydentalaustin.com

Call: (737) 747-4646 and tell them: “I have severe jaw swelling and I'm concerned about a dental infection. I need an emergency evaluation today.”

Another strong Central Austin option

Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Suite 200, near Mueller. They advertise same-day emergency care and have multiple specialties, including oral surgery and endodontics. They're open Saturday 7 AM–7 PM.

Important: when to skip the dentist and go straight to the ER

If the swelling is rapidly increasing, spreading into your neck/tongue/under the jaw, or you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, inability to open your mouth normally, or significant fever, go to an emergency department now. Facial/neck swelling from a dental infection can threaten the airway. enameldentistry.com

Given that you described the swelling as severe, I'd err on the side of being evaluated today rather than waiting.

Severe jaw swelling with a possible infection should be treated today. If the swelling is spreading, you have trouble breathing or swallowing, fever, confusion, swelling under the tongue/neck, or you can’t open your mouth normally, go to the ER now rather than waiting for a dentist. Dental infections can sometimes spread beyond the tooth area. enameldentistry.com

For central Austin, I’d prioritize an emergency dentist who can evaluate an abscess/infection and arrange treatment (drainage, extraction, root canal, or referral if needed):

1. Emergency Dentist of Austin — listed as an emergency dental service with oral surgery/endodontic capabilities and open Saturday hours.
2. Treaty Oak Dental — central Austin emergency dentistry; their emergency guidance specifically includes infection/abscess and painful swelling cases. treatyoakdental.com
3. Enamel Dentistry - The Grove Central Austin — advertises same-day emergency care and notes jaw/cheek swelling from infection needs prompt treatment. enameldentistry.com
4. Downtown Dental Design — downtown option for emergency exams involving swelling, infection, or abscess concerns. www.downtowndentaldesign.com

When you call, say: “I have severe jaw swelling and I’m concerned about a dental infection or abscess. I need an emergency exam today.” Ask whether they can do imaging and treat an active infection or refer immediately if oral surgery is needed.

Until you’re seen:

• Don’t squeeze or try to drain the swelling. enameldentistry.com
• Use a cold compress on the outside of the cheek.
• Stay upright rather than lying flat if it increases pressure/throbbing. enameldentistry.com

If you tell me which part of central Austin you’re in (Downtown, UT/West Campus, Hyde Park, East Austin, etc.) and whether you have fever, trouble swallowing, or swelling under your jaw, I can narrow it to the closest option.

Because you have severe jaw swelling and possible infection, I would not wait for a routine dental appointment. A dental infection can spread beyond the tooth and jaw.

Best options right now

• Austin Emergency Dental — 2500 W William Cannon Dr, Ste 103, (737) 747-4646. It’s open Saturday 8 AM–8 PM and specifically treats swollen jaws, abscesses, infections, extractions and root-canal emergencies. emergencydentalaustin.com

Austin Emergency Dental emergency-care page

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, (737) 773-3535. This is centrally located and currently listed as open 24 hours, though I'd call first to confirm they can handle a significant infection/swelling case immediately.

• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Ste 200, (737) 434-2436. It’s open Saturday 7 AM–7 PM and is a multidisciplinary center with emergency dental and oral/maxillofacial surgery capabilities.

However, if the swelling is large/rapidly increasing, extends into your neck or tongue, or you're having trouble breathing, swallowing, opening your mouth, or speaking, skip the dentist and go to an ER now. Large facial/tongue/neck swelling from a dental infection can become life-threatening. www.rosedental.com

If you tell me where in central Austin you are (cross streets or neighborhood), I can narrow this to the closest appropriate emergency option.