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For a teenager with severe tooth pain in the middle of the night, I’d prioritize a dentist that explicitly handles after-hours emergencies rather than waiting for a normal office to open.

My first choice: After Hours Dental Austin

After Hours Dental Austin
Austin Emergency Dental
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Address: Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
Phone: +1 737-747-4646

They specifically advertise after-hours emergency appointments for severe tooth pain, with an after-hours number (512) 773-9239 and same-day treatment in most cases. Their Central Austin office is on Jollyville Road. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

After Hours Dental Austin — emergency information

If your teen has facial/neck swelling, fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, rapidly increasing swelling, or looks seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an ER. Dental infections can occasionally spread beyond the tooth.

Another good option: Austin Emergency Dental

Austin Emergency Dental
Austin Emergency Dental
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Address: Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
Phone: +1 737-747-4646

This is farther south, but it's explicitly an emergency-focused clinic and lists Sunday hours of 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and treatment for severe toothaches, abscesses, wisdom-tooth pain, extractions, and root canals. emergencydentalaustin.com

For a teen specifically, pediatric-focused practices are also worth considering, but the ones I found generally provide an after-hours phone line/triage rather than guaranteeing that someone is physically seeing patients overnight. greenappleatx.com

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (e.g., Hyde Park, Mueller, West Campus, South Congress) and whether your teen has swelling/fever, I can narrow this to the closest place that is actually open tonight and give you the phone number and directions.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain waking them at night, I’d treat this as an urgent dental issue (possible deep cavity, cracked tooth, infection, or abscess) rather than waiting several days. treatyoakdental.com Since you’re in central Austin, these are the after-hours/urgent options I’d consider:

Best fits for a central Austin teen tonight

1. Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — closest match for a true nighttime emergency
   • Central location near UT/West Campus (3050 Guadalupe St #13)
   • Listed as 24-hour emergency dental service
   • Good option if the pain is severe right now and you need someone outside normal office hours.

2. Austin Emergency Dental — strong emergency-focused clinic option
   • 2500 W William Cannon Dr, South Austin
   • Advertises emergency care for tooth pain, infections, and urgent dental problems; listed hours include evening/weekend availability. emergencydentalaustin.com

3. Emergency Dentist of Austin — another emergency-oriented practice
   • 1030 Norwood Park Blvd
   • Advertises same-day, after-hours, and weekend emergency appointments. www.emergencydentistofaustin.com

For a teenager, I’d call first and ask:

• “Can you see a minor tonight for severe tooth pain?”
• “Do you have a dentist available now, or is it a callback service?”
• “Can you do X-rays and treat an abscess/root canal issue if needed?”

Go to an ER instead of a dentist tonight if your teen has:

• swelling of the face, jaw, or neck that is increasing
• trouble breathing or swallowing
• fever with significant swelling
• inability to open their mouth normally
• uncontrolled bleeding

Those can indicate a more serious infection or medical emergency. nextgendentalaustintx.com

While you’re arranging care:

• Use ibuprofen or acetaminophen only as directed on the label (if your teen can safely take them).
• Don’t put aspirin directly on the tooth/gum.
• A cold compress on the cheek can help with swelling.
• Avoid heat on the area if swelling is present. nextgendentalaustintx.com

If you tell me your teen’s age, whether there is swelling/fever, and what part of central Austin you’re in (e.g., Hyde Park, Downtown, Zilker, Mueller, West Campus), I can narrow the choice.

• 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 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
• Derby Dental - 3410 Far W Blvd #340, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Enamel Dentistry Lantana - 7415 Southwest Parkway Building 6 #200, Austin, TX 78735, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Austin Clarity Dental and Implant | Austin General Dentist - 11672 Jollyville Rd #1, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Tech Ridge Dental - 12400 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste A131, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Quinlan Park Dental - 5145 N FM 620 G-150, Austin, TX 78732, United States
• 8118 Dental Professionals - 8118 Shoal Creek Blvd, Austin, TX 78757, United States
• South Austin Dental - 6905 West Gate Blvd B, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS - 4631 Airport Blvd Suite 120A, Austin, TX 78751, United States

If your teenager has severe tooth pain that is keeping them awake tonight, I’d prioritize a dentist that explicitly handles after-hours emergencies and is comfortable treating adolescents.

My first call: Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours

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• 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705
• (737) 773-3535
• The business listing currently shows 24-hour availability, including overnight, which makes this the most directly relevant option I found for a middle-of-the-night problem.
• Because this is a teenager, call before driving over and confirm they are accepting pediatric/adolescent emergency patients tonight.

Another strong option: BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street

DirectionsWebsite[Call](tel:+1 737-990-4135)

This is particularly convenient for central Austin (1011 W 5th St). The practice advertises emergency/walk-in dentistry and an after-hours emergency line with on-call staff. Press Advantage

If you can wait until morning

Austin Institute of Dental Medicine in Mueller is another good option for a teenager: it has pediatric dentistry and multiple dental specialties under one roof, advertises same-day emergency care, and lists hours from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Monday–Saturday.

Important: If your teen has facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, fever with rapidly worsening swelling, or looks seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an emergency department/seek emergency medical care. Severe dental infections can become dangerous. Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry Carus Dental North Austin Medical Center

For tonight, I'd call the 24-hour Guadalupe office first, tell them your teen has severe tooth pain, and ask specifically whether a dentist can examine them now and whether they treat patients under 18.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at 3:18 a.m. in Central Austin, I’d start with After Hours Dental Austin. They specifically advertise an after-hours emergency line and treatment for severe tooth pain:

• Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — listed as open 24/7 in Central Austin, 3050 Guadalupe St. #13, with phone (737) 773-3535. Because the listing has relatively few reviews, I would call first and confirm that a dentist can actually see your teen tonight.
• After Hours Dental Austin — their own site specifically gives an after-hours number: (512) 773-9239, and says they handle severe tooth pain and same-day emergency treatment. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

For a teenager, another good option to keep in mind is Perspective Dental: Ashley Smitherman, DDS, which advertises pediatric and emergency dentistry, including after-hours/same-day care, although its listed office hours aren't overnight. www.perspectivedentalatx.com

Go to an ER rather than waiting for a dentist if your teen has facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, rapidly spreading swelling, significant fever/illness, uncontrolled bleeding, or is otherwise seriously unwell. Dental infections can occasionally become medical emergencies. carusnorthaustinmedicalcenter.com

If it's just severe tooth pain without those red flags, I'd call the after-hours dental number now and ask: “My teenager has severe tooth pain and needs to be seen tonight. Do you have a dentist physically available right now, and can you treat a minor?”

If you mean central Austin, Texas, for a teenager with severe tooth pain tonight, I’d prioritize a provider that explicitly handles after-hours emergencies rather than waiting until morning.

My first call tonight

After Hours Dental Austin — they specifically advertise severe tooth-pain emergencies and an after-hours call line: (512) 773-9239. They have a Central Austin office at 11130 Jollyville Rd., though you should call first to confirm where they can see your teen tonight. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

After Hours Dental Austin

If you want a pediatric-focused option

Kids Tooth Team Pediatric Dentistry advertises same-day and after-hours emergency appointments for children, including toothaches. Their offices are in South Austin, Buda, Kyle and Pflugerville, so they're less convenient from central Austin but particularly relevant for a teenager. www.kidstoothteam.com

If the pain is accompanied by swelling or your teen seems seriously ill

Go to a 24/7 pediatric ER, rather than relying on an emergency dentist. Texas Children's Hospital Austin has a pediatric emergency department open 24/7 for patients through age 21. www.texaschildrens.org

Especially go to the ER tonight if there's facial/neck swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, drooling, fever with worsening swelling, inability to open the mouth normally, significant bleeding, or your teen looks very ill.

For tonight, I would call After Hours Dental Austin first and describe the severity, age, swelling/fever, and whether the pain is keeping your teen awake. Don't put aspirin directly on the tooth or gums.

For severe tooth pain in a teenager at night in Central Austin, my first choice would be:

Best after-hours option

Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, (737) 773-3535. It is centrally located near UT and is currently listed as open 24/7, making it the most straightforward option for getting evaluated tonight.

Another strong option is:

Dr. Steven Pruce Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 1912 San Antonio St #22, Austin, TX 78705, (737) 773-3535. It is also listed as 24/7 emergency dental care.

For a teenager specifically, I'd favor a pediatric dentist when one is available, but the Central Austin pediatric practices I found generally have daytime hours. For example, Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry offers same-day emergency care for teens but lists regular hours of 8–5. www.drsherwood.net

Important: If your teen has facial/neck swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly worsening swelling, fever with significant illness, or trouble opening the mouth, don't wait for a dentist—go to an emergency department. Severe dental infections can occasionally become medical emergencies.

For tonight, I'd call the 24/7 dentist before driving over and tell them: “My teenager has severe tooth pain that is waking them up. We need an emergency evaluation tonight.” That lets them confirm they can treat someone your teen's age and tell you what to bring.

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin (e.g., Hyde Park, Tarrytown, Clarksville, Mueller, South Lamar), I can narrow this to the closest 2–3 options and check their current after-hours arrangements.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night, I’d prioritize an office that can actually handle urgent pain (possible infection, abscess, cracked tooth, or wisdom-tooth issue) rather than waiting several days. In Central Austin, these are the options I’d consider first:

Best fit for a middle-of-the-night problem

Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours
Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours
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Address: 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 737-773-3535

• Listed as a 24-hour emergency dental service in the UT/Guadalupe area, which is one of the few options specifically positioned for overnight emergencies.
• Good choice if your teen is in significant pain right now and you need someone to call rather than waiting until morning.

Strong after-hours / urgent-care option

After Hours Dental
Austin Emergency Dental
Web
Address: Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
Phone: +1 737-747-4646

• They specifically advertise emergency dental appointments for severe tooth pain and provide an after-hours call number. afterhoursdentalaustin.com
• Their Central Austin-area location may be convenient depending on where you are in central Austin. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

If you can wait until early morning

Treaty Oak Dental
Treaty Oak Dental: Bruce Jay, DDS
Web
Address: 2905 San Gabriel St #202, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 512-478-4411

• They handle emergency dental issues including severe tooth pain and infections and are centrally located near UT/West Campus. treatyoakdental.com

A few things to do tonight while arranging care:

• Use ibuprofen or acetaminophen only as directed on the label (if your teen can safely take them and has no medical reason to avoid them).
• Avoid putting aspirin directly on the tooth or gums.
• A cold compress on the cheek can help if there is swelling. www.groovydentalaustin.com
• Do not wait if there is facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, trouble breathing, or swelling spreading toward the eye/jaw — those can require urgent medical evaluation.

If you tell me what part of central Austin you’re in (e.g., Hyde Park, Zilker, Downtown, Mueller, West Campus) and whether it’s 2 a.m. tonight vs. early morning, I can narrow this to the closest practical choice.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain in the middle of the night, my first call would be After Hours Dental Austin. Their site specifically advertises severe tooth-pain emergencies and an after-hours line: (512) 773-9239, with same-day treatment available in most cases. Their Central Austin office is at 11130 Jollyville Rd. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

After Hours Dental Austin — after-hours information

I’d do this now:

1. Call 512-773-9239 and explain that your teenager has severe nighttime tooth pain.
2. If they cannot see your teen immediately, ask whether they have an on-call dentist or where they recommend going tonight.
3. If there's facial/neck swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, drooling, significant weakness, or swelling spreading toward the eye/neck, don't wait for a dentist—go to an ER. Those can indicate a potentially serious dental infection.

For a pediatric-specific option during evening hours, After Hours Kids in Central Austin treats patients through age 21, but its posted hours are 5:30–9:30 p.m., so it isn't a solution for the middle of the night. www.afterhourskids.com

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin you are (e.g., Hyde Park, Tarrytown, Mueller, South Lamar), I can look for the closest currently available emergency option and give you 2–3 choices.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night, I’d prioritize a dentist who explicitly handles emergencies after hours rather than a general urgent-care clinic.

My first call: Dr. Steven Pruce Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours

Dr. Steven Pruce Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours
Web
Address: 1912 San Antonio St #22, Austin, TX 78705, United States
Phone: +1 737-773-3535

• 1912 San Antonio St #22, Austin, TX 78705
• (737) 773-3535
• Listed as open 24/7, including Saturday night.
• It’s in central Austin and specifically categorized as an emergency dental service.

Because the online listing has very few reviews, I would call first and confirm that they are actually seeing teenagers tonight and can treat the specific problem, rather than simply relying on the 24-hour listing.

A pediatric-focused backup

Poplin Pediatric Dentistry isn't appropriate as a restaurant entity; more importantly, Poplin Pediatric Dentistry specifically says its after-hours emergencies are handled through an on-call dentist. Their FAQ instructs parents to call the main number for after-hours emergencies. austintxpediatricdentist.com

If there is swelling or your teen looks seriously ill

If the pain is accompanied by rapidly increasing facial/jaw swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, significant fever, confusion, or swelling around the eye, don't wait for a dentist—go to a hospital ER. www.texaschildrens.org

For a child/teen, Texas Children's Hospital Austin Pediatric ER is open 24/7 and treats patients through age 21, although it's in North Austin rather than central Austin. www.texaschildrens.org

One important point: severe tooth pain can indicate an infection or an inflamed tooth nerve; pain medication may temporarily help but won't fix the underlying dental problem. If you tell me roughly where in central Austin you are (e.g., Hyde Park, Tarrytown, Mueller, Downtown) and whether there's swelling/fever, I can narrow this to the best option and check who's open right now.

If you mean central Austin, Texas, for a teenager with severe tooth pain tonight, I’d prioritize a dentist that explicitly handles pediatric/teen emergencies and can provide after-hours guidance.

My first choice

Enamel Dentistry – The Grove

• Central Austin, near the 38th Street medical district.
• Their emergency dentistry page says emergency calls are prioritized and that they hold same-day emergency capacity. enameldentistry.com
• (512) 884-5658
• This is probably the most convenient option I'd call first for a teen in central Austin.

If you specifically want a pediatric dentist

Park Lane Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is in Mueller and specifically treats children, adolescents and teens with dental emergencies, including severe toothaches. They advertise same-day emergency appointments when available. parklanedentalortho.com

Another good pediatric option is Austin Kids Teeth, which explicitly handles children's toothaches and dental emergencies, though it's farther south. Their emergency number is (512) 288-0522. www.austinkidsteeth.com

Important tonight

If the pain is accompanied by facial/neck swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, drooling, rapidly worsening swelling, or your teenager looks seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an ER. For a child/teen, Texas Children's Hospital Austin's pediatric ER is open 24/7 and treats patients through age 21. www.texaschildrens.org

For ordinary severe tooth pain without those danger signs, I'd call the dentist's emergency number now rather than waiting until morning. A severe nighttime toothache can be caused by an infection or inflammation that needs prompt treatment.

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin (e.g., Hyde Park, Downtown, Mueller, West Austin) and whether you need someone who can actually see them tonight, I can narrow this to the closest currently available option.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night in central Austin, my first choice would be Poplin Pediatric Dentistry if you can reach their after-hours on-call dentist.

• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry — 6850 Austin Center Blvd., Suite 220, Austin, TX 78731; (512) 346-1283. They specifically handle pediatric dental emergencies, and their after-hours instructions say to call the main number to reach Dr. Poplin or the dentist on call. austintxpediatricdentist.com

Poplin Pediatric Dentistry — emergency information

• After Hours Dental Austin is my backup if you need someone specifically advertising after-hours severe-tooth-pain care. Their Central Austin office is at 11130 Jollyville Rd., and they list an after-hours number: (512) 773-9239, with same-day treatment available in most cases. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

After Hours Dental Austin

Important: if your teen has facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, rapidly worsening swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or looks seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an emergency department. Texas Children's Hospital Austin has a pediatric ER open 24/7 for patients through age 21. www.texaschildrens.org

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin (e.g., Hyde Park, Mueller, Zilker, West Campus) and whether you need someone open right now tonight, I can narrow this to the closest option and check current after-hours availability.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night, I’d prioritize a dentist who can actually handle urgent dental treatment rather than a general pediatric urgent-care clinic.

My top picks for central Austin

1. BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120
   • This is probably my first call from central Austin.
   • They advertise emergency/walk-in dentistry and specifically mention severe toothaches, with an after-hours emergency line/on-call staff.
   • Call (737) 990-4135 and follow the after-hours instructions.

2. Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13
   • Particularly attractive if the pain is happening right now in the middle of the night: it's listed as open 24 hours, right in central Austin near UT.
   • Call (737) 773-3535 first to confirm they can see a teenager and what treatment is available overnight.

3. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St #200
   • My preference for a teen-specific pediatric dental environment, although it's not an overnight office. They provide emergency guidance and same-day evaluation when appropriate.
   • If you can make it through the night, I'd call them first thing Monday.

If the pain comes with swelling or fever

Don't wait for a dentist if your teenager develops rapidly increasing facial/neck swelling, trouble swallowing or breathing, significant fever, confusion, or looks seriously ill. A pediatric ER is appropriate. Texas Children's Hospital Austin has a dedicated pediatric ER that's open 24/7 and treats patients through age 21. www.texaschildrens.org

For tonight, I'd call BLVD first if you want an on-call dentist, or Dr. Elfiky if you need someone listed as available 24/7. Don't put aspirin directly on the tooth/gum; use an age-appropriate OTC pain reliever according to the package directions if your teen can safely take it.

BLVD Dentistry emergency information
Texas Children's Hospital Austin Pediatric ER

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night in central Austin, my first call would be After Hours Dental Austin. They specifically advertise after-hours emergency care for severe tooth pain and list a 24/7 after-hours number: (512) 773-9239. Their Central Austin office is at 11130 Jollyville Rd. afterhoursdentalaustin.com

My picks

1. After Hours Dental Austin — best fit for tonight
   • After-hours line: (512) 773-9239
   • Specifically handles severe tooth pain and same-day emergencies.
   • Their Central Austin location is on Jollyville Rd. afterhoursdentalaustin.com
   • After Hours Dental Austin

2. If your teen needs pediatric-focused care: Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry
   • They explicitly treat emergency pediatric toothaches and offer same-day emergency care. www.drsherwood.net
   • Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry

3. If there is facial/neck swelling, trouble swallowing or breathing, fever with significant swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or your teen looks seriously ill: skip the dentist and go to an ER now. Texas Children's Hospital Austin has a pediatric ER open 24/7 for patients through age 21. www.texaschildrens.org

For ordinary severe tooth pain without those danger signs, a dentist is preferable to an ER, because the dentist can actually diagnose and treat the tooth rather than just provide temporary pain control.

If you tell me roughly where in central Austin (e.g., Hyde Park, Mueller, West Campus, South Congress) and whether you need a place that's physically open right now, I can narrow this to the closest option and check tonight's hours.

For a teenager with severe tooth pain at night, I’d prioritize a dentist that explicitly handles after-hours emergencies rather than waiting until Monday.

My top choices in/near Central Austin

1. Dr. Omar Elfiky Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 3050 Guadalupe St #13, Austin, TX 78705 • (737) 773-3535

This is the closest match to what you’re asking for: it’s listed as open 24 hours, including Saturday night, and it’s right in Central Austin near UT. I would call first to confirm they’re currently accepting your teen and can provide the treatment needed, rather than simply driving over.

2. Dr. Steven Pruce Emergency Dentist Austin 24 Hours — 1912 San Antonio St #22, Austin, TX 78705 • (737) 773-3535

Also listed as 24/7, and similarly central. The public information is thinner, so I would put this behind the first option and verify by phone before going.

3. BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street — 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703 • (737) 990-4135

This is a convenient Central Austin option that advertises emergency/walk-in care and an after-hours emergency line. It's not listed as 24-hour office hours, so call the emergency line rather than assuming they're physically open.

If it can wait until daytime

Austin Institute of Dental Medicine in Mueller is another strong choice for a teenager: it's a multidisciplinary practice that includes pediatric dentistry, emergency dentistry, endodontics and oral surgery, and is listed Saturday 7 AM–7 PM.

Important: If your teenager has facial/neck swelling, difficulty breathing or swallowing, rapidly worsening swelling, high fever, or looks seriously ill, don't wait for a dentist—go to an emergency department. www.texaschildrens.org

For a child/teen with severe tooth pain, a pediatric dental practice such as Sherwood also specifically identifies severe tooth pain and swelling as emergencies. www.drsherwood.net

If you tell me roughly where in Central Austin (e.g. Hyde Park, Downtown, Mueller, West Campus, Tarrytown) and whether you need right now vs. later tonight, I can narrow this to the best option and check current hours/contact information.