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• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, 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
• Craft of Dentistry - 7002 Menchaca Rd #100, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and need a lost filling treated without a big bill, I’d start with community clinics rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

• CommUnityCare — 15 Waller St. This is one of the closest low-cost options to downtown. CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, with income-based/sliding-fee options for eligible uninsured patients. Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. A nonprofit dental center offering reduced-rate emergency and comprehensive care, including fillings, exams and X-rays. Their official site specifically lists emergency care. Call 512-477-2319 and ask about the lowest-cost option for a lost filling. manosdecristo.org
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. Another community-clinic option in East Austin offering dental services and sliding-fee assistance.
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center — 2529 S 1st St. Offers dental care including fillings and emergency treatment, with sliding-fee assistance for qualifying patients. Low Income Dental

For your situation, I'd call RBJ Dental or Manos de Cristo first. Tell them: “I lost a filling and need an urgent exam. I don't have much money. What is the lowest-cost option, and do you have an emergency appointment?”

If you're having facial swelling, fever, rapidly worsening pain, trouble swallowing/breathing, or swelling around your eye, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—seek urgent medical care.

Texas DSHS also recommends calling 211 for help locating low-cost dental services; it's available 24/7. Texas DSHS

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the most realistic option.

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, I need to confirm your location because I don't have a reliable device location for you.

Once you select Austin (or share your location), I can look up low-cost emergency dental clinics near downtown, including community clinics, dental schools, sliding-scale options, and places that can handle a lost filling.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• SuperSmiles Dental - 6801 S I-35 Frontage Rd SUITE 1-D, Austin, TX 78744, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Community care - Community Care, 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and need a lost filling dealt with without a big bill, I’d start with these options:

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St. This is the most convenient low-cost option near downtown. CommUnityCare community clinics offer dental care with affordability programs, and RBJ is specifically listed as handling urgent dental needs. Call 512-978-9400 and tell them you lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. Trinitycenter Black Health
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. They provide dental care at highly reduced rates, including fillings and emergency care. Their site recommends scheduling, and community-resource listings indicate emergency walk-ins are available. Call 512-477-2319 and ask specifically about an emergency lost-filling visit and the lowest-cost option. Manos de Cristo Austin PCC
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. Another relatively central CommUnityCare location with dental services and sliding-fee/discount options for qualifying patients. Black Health
• People’s Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They provide fillings and other dental services and offer income-based sliding discounts, including for uninsured patients. Call 512-478-4939. They aren't an emergency clinic, though, so call before going. Austin PCC Austin PCC

What I'd do first

Call RBJ Dental at 512-978-9400 and say: “I lost a filling and need to be seen urgently. I don't have much money. Do you have a sliding-fee or uninsured rate, and can you see me soon?”

If they can't get you in, call Manos de Cristo next.

Until you're seen, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. Don't try to glue the filling back in. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening severe pain, seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a dental appointment.

If you want, I can also look specifically for the cheapest place within walking distance of downtown Austin and compare their current hours and emergency policies.

• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• SuperSmiles Dental - 6801 S I-35 Frontage Rd SUITE 1-D, Austin, TX 78744, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with a community/safety-net dental clinic rather than a typical downtown private dentist.

Best low-cost options

• CommUnityCare — 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702. This is probably the best fit for your situation. CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, and income-based/sliding-fee assistance may be available for eligible uninsured patients. Call 512-978-9015 and specifically say you lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. AGE of Central Texas Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751. They provide dental care at highly reduced rates, including fillings, exams/X-rays, and emergency care. Their published information says they accept emergency walk-ins on weekdays, first-come/first-served, so this is another strong option if you can get there. Manos de Cristo Austin PCC
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702. Another East Austin community-health-center option with dental services and income-based discounts.

If cost is your biggest concern, call RBJ Dental first and ask:

“I lost a filling and don't have dental insurance. Do you have an emergency appointment, and what would the lowest sliding-scale fee be?”

Don't put aspirin directly on the tooth. Until you're seen, keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side.

If you have facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening severe pain, seek urgent medical/dental care rather than waiting for a routine appointment.

manosdecristo.org

dshs.texas.gov

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Community care - Community Care, 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Dania Turcios - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States

If cost is the main concern, I’d start with a nonprofit/community clinic rather than a typical emergency dentist. A lost filling usually needs prompt evaluation, but it’s not necessarily an ER-level emergency.

Best low-cost options around downtown Austin

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St

• Very close to downtown/East Austin.
• CommUnityCare offers income-based/sliding-fee dental care and treats uninsured patients who qualify.
• Dental services include fillings and urgent/emergency treatment. Trinitycenter LowCostClinics.org
• Call: 512-978-9895
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St

• Another nearby safety-net option.
• General dental care is available, with reduced-cost options depending on eligibility. Black Health
• Call: 512-978-8650
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave

• Probably my first choice if you need genuinely reduced-cost dental work.
• It's a nonprofit dental center offering highly reduced rates, including emergency care, fillings, crowns, exams/X-rays and extractions. Manos de Cristo
• Call: 512-477-2319
• They encourage appointments, but local resource information says emergency walk-ins can be first-come, first-served. Trinitycenter

If you need to be seen immediately

Austin Emergency Dental is farther south, at 2500 W William Cannon Dr. It advertises walk-ins and a $49 new-patient exam/X-rays, plus financing. It's convenient, but I'd try the reduced-fee clinics first if money is very tight. Austin Emergency Dental

When you call, say: “I lost a filling and need urgent dental care. I don't have much money. Do you have a sliding-fee or self-pay emergency appointment, and what would the exam/X-ray cost?”

If you have facial swelling, fever, pus, rapidly worsening pain, trouble swallowing/breathing, or swelling spreading toward your eye/neck, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—seek urgent medical care.

If you tell me whether you're uninsured, on Medicaid, or have insurance, I can narrow this down to the cheapest option near downtown and tell you exactly what to ask for when you call.

• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• 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
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and need a lost filling treated without a big bill, I’d prioritize these:

• Best low-cost emergency option: Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. Their Dental Center specifically offers emergency care and fillings at highly reduced rates. A limited/emergency exam is currently listed at $60 including an X-ray, and emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served until 11 a.m. on most days. Manos de Cristo
• Closest safety-net option: CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St. in East Austin, relatively close to downtown. They provide fillings and emergency dental treatment and have income-based assistance/sliding-fee pathways. Trinitycenter
• Another affordable option: CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. They provide dental care and sliding-fee discounts for qualifying patients.
• If you need to stay literally downtown: Swish Dental Downtown — 201 W 5th St. They handle dental emergencies, but this is a regular private practice rather than a safety-net clinic, so I'd call first and ask specifically for the cash price to evaluate/temporarily repair a lost filling. Swish Dental

What I'd do

Call Manos de Cristo first thing and say: “I lost a filling and need an emergency exam. I don't have much money. What is the lowest-cost option for examining and repairing it?” Their number is 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo

If you don't have insurance, also ask about sliding-scale/financial assistance at CommUnityCare. Texas DSHS recommends 211 as a statewide way to locate low-cost dental services, including for uninsured people. dshs.texas.gov

Until you're seen, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. Don't use household glue to replace the filling.

If you have facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, that's more urgent—seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, 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
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States

If you lost a filling and cost is the main concern, I’d start with a nonprofit/community clinic rather than a typical downtown emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

• CommUnityCare — 15 Waller St. This is probably your best first call. They provide fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for income-based assistance/sliding-fee care. Call 512-978-9015. Mayor's Health & Well-being Council Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. A nonprofit clinic offering highly reduced rates, including emergency care, fillings, X-rays and extractions. Dental line: 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. Another relatively close community clinic with dental services and sliding-fee/discount options.
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center — 2529 S 1st St. They provide fillings and emergency treatment and have a sliding-fee option for qualifying patients. Low Income Dental

If you need care tonight: most low-cost clinics aren't open late. A private emergency dentist may be faster, but I'd call first and specifically ask for the cash price for an emergency exam and temporary filling before agreeing to treatment. Don't assume a quoted "emergency exam" includes fixing the tooth.

For a lost filling, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, that's more urgent—seek emergency medical care.

You can also call 2-1-1 for current low-cost dental programs in the Austin area; Texas DSHS specifically recommends it as a starting point for finding affordable dental services. dshs.texas.gov

If you tell me whether you need somewhere open tonight or tomorrow morning, I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option.

• Manos De Cristo Dental Center - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
• Access Dental - 1923 E 7th St #120, Austin, TX 78702
• Austin Emergency Dental - 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753
• Aloha Dental - 1614 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Dr. Mark Davidson Emergency Dental Service - 2808 Hemphill Park, Austin, TX 78705
• Dr. Gregory Seiden Emergency Dental Service - 2814 Hemphill Park, Austin, TX 78705
• Dr. Jonathan Hayes Emergency Dentist 24 Hours - 2506 Fruth St, Austin, TX 78705
• North Austin Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #310, Austin, TX 78731
• Dentist in Austin. - 2110 W Slaughter Ln Ste 190, Austin, TX 78748
• Austin Dental Center, PC - 2304 Hancock Dr #1, Austin, TX 78756
• River Rock Dental Austin - Mueller - 1801 E 51st St Ste 390, Austin, TX 78723
• Lucent Dentistry - 3909 N Interstate Hwy 35 Ste. A1, Austin, TX 78722
• Breeze Dental - 1601 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
• ATX Family Dental - 1700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

If you lost a filling and cost is the main concern, I’d start with low-cost clinics or sliding-scale dental providers rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

• Manos De Cristo Dental Center — This is one of the better fits for someone without insurance or with limited funds. They provide reduced-cost dental care, including emergency care, fillings, crowns, exams, X-rays, and extractions. Emergency walk-ins may be available during designated hours (first come, first served), so call before going. Manos de Cristo Low Income Dental
• Access Dental — Located in East Austin, relatively close to downtown, and may be worth calling for a lower-cost emergency appointment.
• Austin Emergency Dental — Not a sliding-scale clinic, but they advertise emergency visits and payment options; useful if you need same-day care and the cheaper clinics cannot see you quickly. Austin Emergency Dental
• Emergency Dentist of Austin — Another emergency option, though not specifically a low-income clinic.

Sliding-scale/community health option

• CommUnityCare Health Centers dental clinics offer services such as fillings and emergency treatment, with a sliding fee scale for eligible patients based on income and household size. Trinitycenter CommunityCare A nearby location is Aloha Dental in East Riverside, though I’d call CommUnityCare first to confirm the best dental site for an emergency filling. CommunityCare

What to do tonight if you can’t get seen immediately

• Keep the area clean; rinse gently with warm salt water.
• Avoid chewing on that side.
• If the hole is sensitive, a pharmacy temporary filling material (often sold as “temporary dental cement”) can protect it until you’re seen.
• Avoid putting aspirin directly on the tooth/gum.

Seek urgent care sooner if you have facial swelling, fever, pus/bad taste, trouble swallowing, or rapidly worsening pain.

If you tell me whether you have insurance (including Medicaid/Medicare), no insurance, or a very low budget (for example under $50), I can narrow this down to the best first call.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• SuperSmiles Dental - 6801 S I-35 Frontage Rd SUITE 1-D, Austin, TX 78744, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Community care - Community Care, 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with these options:

• Best low-cost option: Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St, right in East Austin. CommUnityCare offers dental care including fillings and emergency treatment, with reduced/sliding-fee options for qualifying patients. Call 512-978-9895 and tell them you lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. People's Community Clinic Mayor's Health & Well-being Council
• Very good option for reduced fees: Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. They specifically offer highly reduced-rate dental care, including fillings, X-rays, and emergency care. Their resource listing says they accept emergency walk-ins on weekdays, generally 7:30 a.m.–noon. Call 512-477-2319 first to confirm today's walk-in procedure. Manos de Cristo People's Community Clinic
• CommUnityCare Chalmers Courts — 314 Chicon St. This is another East Austin community clinic with dental services and sliding-fee assistance.

What I'd do: Call RBJ Dental first and say: “I lost a filling, I'm uninsured/low income, and I need emergency dental care. Do you have a sliding-fee appointment available?” If they can't see you soon, call Manos de Cristo.

If you have facial swelling, fever, pus/bad taste, trouble swallowing or breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—seek urgent medical care, because those can indicate a serious infection.

Texas DSHS also recommends calling 2-1-1 for free/low-cost dental resources; their locator is available 24/7. dshs.texas.gov

If you want, I can also narrow this down to the cheapest option within walking distance of downtown Austin and check who is open today.

• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• The Ben Massell Dental Clinic - 700 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
• Emergency Dentist Atlanta - 275 14th St NW #100, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
• Southside Medical Center - 2578 Gresham Rd S E, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States
• Mercy Care - 424 Decatur St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, United States
• Southside Medical Center - 1046 Ridge Ave SW #4, Atlanta, GA 30315, United States
• Good Samaritan Health Center - 1015 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
• Leed Building - 700 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
• Dr. Dexter L. Summerlin, DDS - 2578 Gresham Rd S E, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States
• Whitefoord Health Center - 1401 Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30317, United States
• Dr. Ronald L. Burton, DMD - 424 Decatur St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, United States

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, there are a few good low-cost options for a lost filling. I’d prioritize community clinics over a typical private emergency dentist if money is tight.

Best options

• CommUnityCare — This is the most convenient option from downtown. It provides dental care including fillings and emergency treatment. Sliding-scale/discounted care may be available depending on eligibility. Trinitycenter Mayor's Health Council

Call: 512-978-9895.

• Manos De Cristo — Probably my first choice if affordability is the biggest concern. They offer dental care at highly reduced rates, including fillings, exams/X-rays and emergency care. Emergency walk-ins are available, and no ID is required according to Austin's dental-resource listings. Manos de Cristo People's Community Clinic

Call: 512-477-2319.

• People's Community Clinic Dental Program — Offers fillings, X-rays, extractions and other dental treatment with income-based assistance. Call 512-478-4939 to ask about eligibility and an appointment. People's Community Clinic People's Community Clinic
• Lone Star Circle of Care — Another safety-net option; uninsured patients may qualify for discounted fees based on income and household size, and they provide fillings and extractions. 877-800-5722. Lone Star Circle of Care

What I'd do

For a lost filling without major swelling or severe pain, I'd call Manos de Cristo first, then RBJ/CommUnityCare. Tell them:

“I lost a filling and need an emergency dental evaluation. I'm uninsured/low-income and need the lowest-cost option. Do you have a same-day appointment or emergency walk-in?”

If you have facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, don't wait for a routine dental appointment—seek urgent medical care.

You can also call 211 for Texas's current low-cost/free dental-resource locator; it's available 24/7. Texas Health Services

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $0, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the best option for you.

If you’re in downtown Austin and a filling just fell out, you have some lower-cost options. I’d start with these:

• Manos de Cristo Dental Center — probably my first choice if you’re uninsured or need the lowest-cost option. They offer reduced/sliding-fee dental care, including fillings and emergency care. They also take emergency walk-ins Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–noon.

📍 4911 Harmon Ave., Austin
☎️ (512) 477-2319 Manos de Cristo People's Community Clinic

• CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St., right near downtown. CommUnityCare provides emergency dental services and has reduced-fee options for qualifying patients. Call (512) 978-9895 and specifically ask about a self-pay/sliding-fee emergency appointment for a lost filling. Trinitycenter MHWCAustin
• People’s Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They provide fillings, X-rays and other dental treatment and offer discounts based on income. You generally need to call for an appointment rather than simply walking in. ☎️ (512) 478-4939 People's Community Clinic People's Community Clinic

What I'd do

Call Manos de Cristo first thing and ask for an emergency walk-in for a lost filling. Tell them you don't have much money and ask what their lowest-cost exam/filling option would be before agreeing to treatment.

A lost filling isn't necessarily an emergency, but don't put aspirin directly on the tooth, and avoid chewing on that side. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening severe pain, seek urgent medical/dental care rather than waiting for a routine appointment.

Texas DSHS also recommends 211 for finding free or low-cost dental programs by ZIP code; it's available 24/7. Texas Health Services

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid and roughly where downtown you are (e.g. Capitol, 6th & Congress, Rainey, etc.), I can narrow this down to the cheapest option you can realistically get to today.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, 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
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Groovy Dental - 8701 W Parmer Ln Ste 1124, Austin, TX 78729, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community care - Community Care, 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

Yes. If you’re in downtown Austin and cost is the main concern, I’d start with these:

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St. This is probably the best first call because it’s close to downtown and is a community dental clinic. It offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, with low-cost options for qualifying patients. The dental line is 512-978-9895. Trinitycenter AGE of Central Texas
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. A nonprofit dental center offering highly reduced rates, including emergency care and fillings. They specifically say they help people without private insurance or Medicaid. 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St. Another East Austin community clinic with dental services and affordability options. Black Health
• People’s Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They offer dental services and a sliding-fee discount based on income and household size, including for uninsured patients. 512-478-4939. People's Community Clinic People's Community Clinic

What I'd do in your situation

Call RBJ Dental first and say:

“I lost a filling and need emergency dental care. I don't have much money. Do you have a low-income/sliding-scale option, and what would I need to pay for an emergency exam and filling?”

If they can't get you in quickly, call Manos de Cristo next. They specifically provide emergency care at reduced rates. Manos de Cristo

For a lost filling, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean until you're seen. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, seek urgent medical/dental care rather than waiting for a routine appointment.

If you tell me how much you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100) and whether you need care today or can wait until Monday, I can narrow this down to the most realistic option.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, 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
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Dr. Sileshi B. Assemu, DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d prioritize these options:

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St. This is probably your best low-cost option if you qualify. CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for income-based fees. Call 512-978-9895. CommunityCare Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. A nonprofit dental clinic offering highly reduced rates, including emergency care and fillings. Their site says to schedule an appointment, while local resource information says emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served. Call 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo Trinitycenter
• Swish Dental Downtown — 201 W 5th St. This is actually downtown and handles emergencies, but it's a regular private practice rather than a safety-net clinic. They advertise payment plans and low-cost membership options for uninsured patients. Swish Dental
• If you need care tonight, Austin Emergency Dental offers same-day/walk-in emergency treatment and advertises a $49 exam + X-rays for new patients, though treatment itself will cost more. It's in South Austin rather than downtown. Emergency Dental Austin

What I'd do

Since you lost a filling, I'd call CommUnityCare/RBJ first and say: “I lost a filling and need emergency dental care. I don't have much money. Do you have an urgent appointment and do I qualify for your sliding-fee program?”

If they can't see you promptly, try Manos de Cristo next. Texas DSHS also recommends calling 2-1-1 to locate low-cost dental programs based on your income and ZIP code. Texas Health Services

If you have facial swelling, trouble breathing/swallowing, or a high fever, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—go to an ER or call 911.

If you tell me whether you have dental insurance/Medicaid and roughly what you can afford ($0, $50, $100, etc.), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option.

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Dr. Sileshi B. Assemu, DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Cotton Charles E DDS - 15 Waller St #500, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If you lost a filling and money is tight, I’d start with a community/safety-net dental clinic rather than a typical downtown private dentist.

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS — 15 Waller St.

This is probably your best first call. CommUnityCare provides fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for reduced/sliding-scale fees based on income. Call 512-978-9895 and say you lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. CommunityCare Trinitycenter

• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave.

A nonprofit dental center offering highly reduced rates, including fillings, crowns, extractions, exams/X-rays, and emergency care. Their site specifically says they provide emergency and comprehensive care. 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St.

Another community clinic in East Austin with dental services. CommUnityCare has a sliding-fee program based on household income and family size. CommunityCare

What I'd do tomorrow

Call RBJ Dental first and ask:

“I lost a filling and need an emergency dental appointment. I don't have much money. Do you offer a sliding-scale fee, and what's the lowest-cost option to temporarily or permanently repair the tooth?”

If they can't get you in quickly, call Manos de Cristo next. Texas DSHS also recommends calling 211 for local low-cost/free dental programs; their service is available 24/7. Texas Health Services

A lost filling isn't necessarily a crisis, but don't chew on that side and avoid very hot/cold or sugary foods until you're seen. If you develop significant facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a dental appointment.

If you tell me roughly where downtown you are (e.g., 6th & Congress) and whether you need something open tonight/tomorrow morning, I can narrow this down to the closest option.

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• Austin Emergency Dental - Austin Emergency Dental, 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 103 (Building #1, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Dr. Sonali Bhandari, DDS - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin, I’d prioritize low-cost community clinics rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

• Best first call: Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS / CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St. in East Austin. CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for reduced/sliding-fee care based on income. Call 512-978-9400 and ask specifically for an urgent appointment for a lost filling. CommunityCare People's Community Clinic
• Another strong low-cost option: Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. They provide emergency and comprehensive dental care at highly reduced rates, including fillings, exams/X-rays, extractions and root canals. 512-477-2319. Manos de Cristo
• CommUnityCare Chalmers Courts — 314 Chicon St. is another relatively central option offering dental care. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center
• For help finding the cheapest option you qualify for: Texas DSHS recommends calling 2-1-1, which can locate low-cost dental programs based on your ZIP code and circumstances. Texas DSHS

What I'd do tonight

Since it's currently evening, call Manos de Cristo first thing when they open and ask about emergency walk-in availability and the price of a temporary/permanent filling. Their clinic specifically advertises emergency care and reduced rates. Manos de Cristo

When you call, say: “I lost a filling and I'm uninsured/low income. I need emergency dental care. What is the lowest-cost option you have, and can you see me urgently?”

If you have facial swelling, fever, pus/bad taste, trouble swallowing or breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—those can indicate an infection requiring urgent medical attention.

If you tell me roughly where downtown you are (e.g., 6th & Congress) and whether you have insurance, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 cheapest/closest options.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• Lone Star Circle of Care at Stassney - 730 W Stassney Ln Ste 110, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• CommUnityCare: North Central Health Center - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• CommUnity Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• SuperSmiles Dental - 6801 S I-35 Frontage Rd SUITE 1-D, Austin, TX 78744, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with these:

1. Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St.

This is probably the best low-cost option closest to downtown. CommUnityCare provides fillings and emergency dental treatment, and qualifying uninsured patients can receive services under income-based assistance. Call the dental line at 512-978-9895. CommunityCare Austin PCC

2. Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave.

A nonprofit dental center specifically offering highly reduced rates, including emergency care, fillings, crowns and extractions. Their resource listing says they take emergency walk-ins in the morning, so this is a particularly good option if you need to be seen urgently. Manos de Cristo Austin PCC

3. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St.

Another East Austin community-clinic option offering dental services, including fillings and emergency treatment. CommunityCare

What I'd do for a lost filling

Call RBJ Dental first and say: “I lost a filling and need an urgent dental appointment. I’m uninsured/low income and need the lowest-cost option available. Do you have an emergency appointment or sliding-fee rate?”

If they can't get you in soon, try Manos de Cristo next, particularly if you can go during their emergency walk-in period.

A lost filling isn't necessarily dangerous by itself, but don't put aspirin directly on the tooth, and avoid chewing on that side. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening severe pain, seek emergency medical care.

Texas DSHS also recommends 211 as a free way to locate additional low-cost dental programs based on your ZIP code. Texas Health Services

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• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare: Hancock Health Center - 1000 E 41st St Ste 700, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Emergency Dentist of Austin - 1030 Norwood Park Blvd #324, Austin, TX 78753, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Dr. Irina Malakhova, DDS - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Dr. Sileshi Assemu - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

If cost is the main concern, I’d start with CommUnityCare, rather than a typical downtown private emergency dentist. They specifically provide emergency dental treatment and offer financial assistance/sliding-fee options for qualifying uninsured patients. CommunityCare CommunityCare

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702. This is probably the best fit for your situation because it’s a community dental clinic and specifically handles fillings and emergency dental care. Call 512-978-9400 and ask for an urgent dental appointment. CommunityCare
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702. Another nearby community-health option with dental services. CommunityCare
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751. Their dental center is specifically geared toward low-cost care and offers emergency walk-in exams. Central Health
• If you're willing to go a little farther, CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care has dental services and is designed in part to serve uninsured/underinsured Travis County residents. Dental: 512-978-9865. CommunityCare Central Health

When you call, say: “I lost a filling and need an urgent dental appointment. I’m uninsured/unable to afford regular dental prices. Do you have a sliding-fee or emergency appointment available?”

A lost filling isn't usually an ER emergency, but go to an ER/call 911 if you develop facial/neck swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or other severe symptoms.

If you tell me whether you have insurance and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $0, $25, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and check today's hours.

• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• The Smile Mission - St Petersburg - 2950 34th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, United States
• Community Health Center-Pinellas: Adams Angela R MD - 1344 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, United States
• Dr. Haychell A. Saraydar, DDS - 205 9th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, United States
• St. Petersburg Free Clinic - Dental Center - 5501 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33703, United States
• 4th Street Family Dentistry - 1808 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, United States
• Evara Health at Johnnie Ruth Clarke - 1344 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, United States
• Grand Central Smiles - 1955 1st Ave N #101, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, United States
• Dr. Carolyn Webber - 1344 22nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, United States
• Klement Family Dental - 425 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, United States
• Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County - 205 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, United States

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, there are a few good low-cost options. For a lost filling, I’d start with a community dental clinic rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options

• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — 500 E 7th St. This is the most convenient option right in downtown Austin. It provides dental exams, fillings, extractions, and emergency dental treatment, with sliding-scale fees for qualifying uninsured patients. CommunityCare Trinitycenter

Call: 512-305-4100.

• CommUnityCare — 15 Waller St. Another CommUnityCare dental location near downtown. CommUnityCare says uninsured patients who meet income guidelines can receive emergency dental services and other care on a reduced/sliding-fee basis. CommunityCare Central Health

Dental: 512-978-9895.

• Manos De Cristo — A nonprofit low-fee dental center that specifically serves people without private insurance or Medicaid. It offers fillings, exams/X-rays, and extractions, and its listed information says emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served. Trinitycenter CCCTX

Call: 512-477-2319.

What I'd do

Call CommUnityCare first and say: “I lost a filling, I'm uninsured/low income, and I need an emergency dental appointment. Do you have a sliding-fee option and what would I pay for the exam and filling?”

CommUnityCare confirms that emergency services are available to uninsured patients who meet its income guidelines. CommunityCare

If you don't qualify for their program, Texas 2-1-1 can also locate free or low-cost dental programs based on your ZIP code; Texas DSHS specifically recommends it for finding affordable dental care. Texas Health Services

Until you're seen: avoid chewing on that tooth, especially hard/sticky foods. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, that's more urgent—seek emergency medical care.

If you tell me whether you have insurance and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $0, $25, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and check current hours.

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Washington Park Dental - 333 Warren St, Boston, MA 02119, United States
• Harvard Dental Center - 188 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA 02115, United States
• Cardone Anthony A DDS - 1353 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122, United States
• Boston University School of Dental - 100 E Newton St, Boston, MA 02118
• Smile Studio - 253 Adams St, Boston, MA 02122, United States
• Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine - 635 Albany St, Boston, MA 02118, United States
• Dr. Sladjana Skrba-Todorovich, DMD - 1353 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA 02122, United States
• Tufts University - 145 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02111
• Dr. James L. Fairbanks, DMD - 637 Washington St, Dorchester, MA 02124, United States
• Olagbemi Ibukun O DDS - 100 E Newton St, Boston, MA 02118, United States

If you lost a filling and money is tight, I’d start with a community clinic or sliding-scale dental provider rather than a regular downtown private dentist. A lost filling is usually not a “911” emergency, but it’s worth getting it checked soon so the tooth doesn’t crack or develop deeper decay. Downtown Dental Design

Good low-cost options near downtown Austin:

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — probably the closest low-cost option to downtown. They provide exams, fillings, extractions, and emergency dental treatment, with sliding-scale fees for eligible patients. Call (512) 305-4100. Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — a strong choice if you don’t have insurance. They offer low-cost dental care, including fillings and emergency dental services; emergency walk-ins may be available during designated hours (first-come, first-served). Call (512) 477-2319 before going. Low Income Dental
• CommUnityCare — another central option with dental services through CommUnityCare. Trinitycenter
• People's Community Clinic — offers dental care and income-based discounts for eligible patients. Call (512) 478-4939. People's Community Clinic

If you have no insurance and live in Travis County, ask about MAP (Medical Access Program) or CommUnityCare’s sliding-fee program; these can help reduce costs depending on income and eligibility. CommunityCare Central Health

Until you’re seen:

• Don’t chew on that side.
• Keep the area clean with gentle brushing and rinsing.
• Avoid very hot/cold foods if it’s sensitive.
• A pharmacy temporary filling material can sometimes protect the spot short-term, but it’s not a permanent repair.

If you tell me whether you have insurance (Medicaid, MAP, private, none) and whether you’re having pain, swelling, or just a hole where the filling fell out, I can narrow down the best place.

• CommUnityCare: Austin Resource Center for the Homeless (ARCH) Clinic ONLY - 500 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• My Community Dental Centers ~ Bay City - 2614 Center Ave, Bay City, MI 48708, United States
• Maglakelidze Teona MD - 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Barroso-Bernie Brent H DDS - 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Johnson Jennifer M - 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Sorota Nancy DDS - 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706
• Walkington Kyle J DDS - 3884 Monitor Rd, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Robert M. Taylor III, DDS - 1610 S Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Generations Family Dentistry - 800 S Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• New Chapter Dentistry - 4141 Shrestha Dr, Bay City, MI 48706, United States
• Great Lakes Bay Dental Warren Ave.. - 322 N Jefferson Ave, Saginaw, MI 48607, United States

If you lost a filling and cost is the main concern, I’d start with a low-cost/sliding-scale clinic rather than a typical emergency dentist. In downtown Austin, these are some of the better options:

Best low-cost emergency options near downtown Austin

• CommUnityCare: Austin Resource Center for the Homeless (ARCH) Clinic ONLY — closest downtown option

• Offers dental exams, fillings, extractions, and emergency treatment.
• Sliding-scale fees may be available depending on eligibility. Trinitycenter
• Phone: (512) 305-4100 Trinitycenter
• Manos De Cristo — very low-cost nonprofit option

• Provides fillings and emergency dental care.
• Emergency walk-ins are available during designated emergency hours on a first-come, first-served basis. Low Income Dental
• Phone: (512) 477-2319 Low Income Dental
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center

• Offers fillings and emergency treatment.
• Has a sliding-fee schedule for qualifying patients without insurance. Low Income Dental

If you need help today

• Call before going and say: “I lost a filling and I need the lowest-cost emergency visit you offer. I don’t have dental insurance.”
• Ask whether they can do a temporary filling or palliative treatment first if a full replacement filling is too expensive.

Until you’re seen

• Keep the area clean; gently rinse after eating.
• Avoid chewing on that side.
• A pharmacy temporary filling material (often sold as “temporary dental cement”) can protect the tooth short-term, but it’s not a permanent fix.
• Seek urgent care sooner if you have facial swelling, fever, spreading pain, or trouble swallowing.

If you tell me whether you’re walking, driving, or using transit from downtown and whether you have Medicaid/MAP/no insurance, I can narrow it down to the best fit.

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, there are a few much cheaper options than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options

• Manos de Cristo Dental Center — probably my first choice if cost is the main concern. It’s a nonprofit low-fee clinic at 4911 Harmon Ave. and offers fillings, extractions, X-rays, and emergency care. Their dental services are listed at about 30% of market value, and emergency patients can walk in during designated emergency hours on a first-come basis. Call 512-477-2319 before going to confirm tomorrow’s emergency hours. Low Income Dental City of Austin
• CommUnityCare / RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St., relatively close to downtown. CommUnityCare offers emergency dental treatment and has sliding-scale fees for qualifying patients. Trinitycenter Mayor's Health & Well-being Council
• People’s Community Clinic — offers dental exams, X-rays, fillings and other care, including for uninsured patients who qualify for its sliding-fee program. Call 512-478-4939 and ask specifically for the earliest appointment for a lost filling. People's Community Clinic People's Community Clinic

What I'd do

Since you've lost a filling and can't afford high costs, I'd call Manos de Cristo first, then CommUnityCare/RBJ if they can't get you in. When you call, say:

“I lost a filling and need emergency dental care. I don't have much money. Do you offer a sliding scale, and what's the lowest-cost way to have the tooth treated?”

If you're having facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening severe pain, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—seek urgent medical care.

If you want, I can also find the cheapest option within walking distance of downtown Austin and check which ones are open tomorrow.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Care. - Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Clínica hispana - Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Dr. Dania Turcios - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Saffari Behrooz MD - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States

If you lost a filling and cost is the main concern, I’d start with CommUnityCare or Manos de Cristo, rather than a typical downtown private dentist.

Best low-cost options

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St

• Very close to downtown/East Austin.
• Offers fillings and emergency dental treatment.
• CommUnityCare has a sliding-fee program based on income and family size, including options for some uninsured patients. Central Health CommunityCare
• Dental: 512-978-9895.
• This would be my first call.
• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave

• Nonprofit low-cost dental clinic serving people without private insurance or Medicaid.
• Provides fillings, exams/X-rays, extractions and emergency walk-ins. Emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served. Trinitycenter
• Call 512-477-2319 before heading over to confirm current emergency intake.
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St

• Another East Austin community-health option with dental care and lower-cost/sliding-scale pathways. Central Health

What I'd do tonight

It's around 8 PM in Austin, so the low-cost dental clinics above may already be closed. If you have only a lost filling and no severe pain/swelling, protect the tooth tonight and call RBJ/CommUnityCare first thing tomorrow.

If you have facial/jaw swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, or rapidly worsening severe pain, don't wait for a dental clinic—seek emergency medical care.

You can also call 211 for a current list of free/low-cost dental programs in the Austin area; Texas DSHS specifically recommends 2-1-1 for finding affordable dental services. Texas Health Services

If you tell me whether you're uninsured and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest option near downtown that may be able to see you tomorrow.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• People's Community Clinic - 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare: Del Valle Health & Wellness Center - 7050 Elroy Rd, Del Valle, TX 78617, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Lone Star Circle of Care at Stassney - 730 W Stassney Ln Ste 110, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Shantanu Naik - 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Community Health Centers of Austin & Travis County - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
• Kevin Ferriter - 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741, United States
• CommUnityCare: South Austin Health Center - 2529 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Community care - Community Care, 1210 W Braker Ln, Austin, TX 78758, United States

Yes. If cost is the main issue, I’d start with community clinics rather than a regular downtown private dentist.

Best low-cost options

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St.

This is one of the closest safety-net dental options to downtown. CommUnityCare offers fillings, extractions, exams and emergency dental treatment, and eligible uninsured/low-income patients can get reduced fees through its sliding-scale program. Dental: 512-978-9895. Trinitycenter CommunityCare

• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave.

Probably the option I'd investigate first if you don't have insurance and need an inexpensive repair. It's a nonprofit low-cost dental center and offers fillings, crowns, extractions, X-rays and emergency care. Emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served; published information says services are priced around 30% of market value. Call 512-477-2319 before going to confirm the current emergency walk-in window. Low Income Dental People's Community Clinic

• People's Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa.

A little farther north, but it has a sliding-fee program based on income and household size, including for uninsured patients. Call 512-478-4939 and ask specifically about an urgent dental appointment and financial screening. People's Community Clinic People's Community Clinic

What I'd do today

Call RBJ Dental first and say: “I lost a filling and need an urgent dental appointment. I'm uninsured/unable to afford regular dental prices. Do you have emergency appointments, and can I be screened for your sliding-fee program?”

If they can't get you in quickly, call Manos de Cristo next and ask about their emergency walk-in process.

A lost filling isn't always an emergency, but don't put aspirin directly on the tooth. Until you're seen, keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side. If you develop facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, seek urgent medical attention rather than waiting for a routine dental appointment.

If you tell me whether you have insurance and roughly what part of downtown you're in, I can narrow this down to the 2–3 cheapest/closest options and their current hours.

• Huang Philip P MD - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dr. Sileshi B. Assemu, DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Primavera Dental Group - Downtown Austin - 815 Brazos St Ste. 101, Austin, TX 78701, United States
• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Lady Bird Dental - 3115 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States
• Swish Dental East 4th - 1800E E 4th St Unit 136, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If you’re in downtown Austin, I’d start with the safety-net/community clinics rather than a typical private emergency dentist, since you’re concerned about cost.

Best low-cost options

• Huang Philip P MD — 15 Waller St.

This is probably my first call. CommUnityCare provides fillings, extractions and emergency dental treatment, and has income-based/sliding-fee options. Call 512-978-9895 and say you lost a filling and need an urgent dental appointment, and ask what the lowest-cost option is. City of Austin

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St.

Another community-clinic option close to downtown/East Austin, with dental services including fillings and urgent dental care. Call 512-978-8650.

• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave.

A nonprofit low-fee dental center specifically serving people who need affordable dental care. Their emergency walk-ins have historically been first-come, first-served, so call before traveling to confirm the current emergency hours. City of Austin

What to say when you call

Tell them: “I lost a filling, I’m having dental pain, and I can't afford regular dental prices. Do you offer sliding-scale or emergency dental care, and what would I pay for an exam and temporary filling?”

If you have facial/neck swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or rapidly worsening swelling, that's more urgent than a routine lost filling—seek emergency medical care.

If you tell me whether you have insurance (including Medicaid) and roughly what you can afford—e.g. $20, $50, $100—I can narrow this down to the best option and check which clinics are currently accepting emergency dental patients.

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, there are a few lower-cost options worth trying before paying full private-dentist prices.

• Manos de Cristo — This is probably my first call for your situation. They serve people without private insurance or Medicaid, offer fillings, exams/X-rays, and emergency walk-ins, and emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served. They're at 4911 Harmon Ave. and list 512-477-2319. Trinitycenter
• Austin Community Health / Southeast Health & Wellness Center — Public/community health centers can be a good route if you're uninsured or low-income. The Austin-area dental-service information lists the Southeast center at 2901 Montopolis Dr. with 512-978-9955. Trinitycenter
• Texas 2-1-1 — If the first places can't take you quickly, Texas DSHS specifically recommends 211 for locating free or low-cost dental programs based on your ZIP code. It's available 24/7. Texas Health Services
• Austin Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic — Registration reopens today, August 24, 2026. It's at Eastview Campus, 3101 Webberville Rd. The clinic provides very inexpensive preventive/dental services, although it may not be the fastest option for repairing a lost filling. Guidelines and Technical Tutorials

What I'd do

Call Manos de Cristo first thing and say:
“I lost a filling and need an emergency appointment. I don't have much money. Do you have an emergency walk-in today, and what would the lowest-cost treatment be?”

If the tooth is swollen, you have facial swelling, fever, pus/bad taste, severe worsening pain, or trouble swallowing/breathing, don't wait for a routine dental appointment—those can indicate an infection requiring urgent treatment.

Also, don't try to glue the filling back in yourself. Keep the area clean and avoid chewing on that side until you can be seen.

If you tell me roughly where downtown you are (e.g., Capitol, 6th & Congress, UT, etc.) and whether you have insurance/Medicaid, I can narrow this down to the 3 closest low-cost options and their current hours.

• Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Manos De Cristo - 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751, United States
• Swish Dental Downtown - 201 W 5th St Ste 175, Austin, TX 78701, 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
• BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street - 1011 W 5th St #120, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Daylight Dental South Austin - 6501 S Congress Ave Ste 2-201, Austin, TX 78745, United States
• Mi Casa Family Dentistry | Austin Family Dentistry - 7517 Cameron Rd #106, Austin, TX 78752, United States
• Downtown Dental Design - 507 Pressler St #350, Austin, TX 78703, United States
• Austin Institute of Dental Medicine - 1401 Philomena St Ste 200, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Dr. Lorena Ray - 318 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Dental Smiles - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd Ste 1435, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center - 314 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78702, United States

If cost is the main issue, I’d start with CommUnityCare or Manos de Cristo, rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

• Closest low-cost option to downtown: Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS at CommUnityCare/RBJ Dental Clinic, 15 Waller St. CommUnityCare offers exams, fillings, extractions and emergency dental treatment, with sliding-fee options for qualifying patients. Trinitycenter Age of Central Texas

Call: 512-978-9895.

• Good low-income option: Manos De Cristo, 4911 Harmon Ave. It specifically provides low-cost dental care and emergency walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. Its services include fillings and emergency care, and its fees are reported at about 30% of market value for eligible patients. Low Income Dental
• If you need a private dentist and can manage ~$49–$100 for the initial visit: Swish Dental Downtown is actually downtown at 201 W 5th St, and advertises emergency care plus payment plans/low-cost membership options. Swish Dental Another option, a little farther away, is Lady Bird Dental, which advertises a $49 emergency exam/X-ray. Lady Bird Dental Austin TX

For a lost filling, try not to chew on that side and avoid very hot/cold or sugary foods until you're seen. A lost filling can leave the tooth vulnerable to further damage. Lady Bird Dental Austin TX Snow Dental

My pick for you: call CommUnityCare/RBJ first and say, “I lost a filling and need emergency dental treatment. I don't have much money. Do you have a sliding-scale or self-pay emergency appointment available?”

If you tell me roughly how much you can afford ($0, $25, $50, $100, etc.) and whether you have Medicaid/insurance, I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option.

• CommUnityCare - 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
• Charlottesville Free Clinic Dental Clinic - 901 Preston Ave Ste 102, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States
• Charlottesville Free Clinic - 1138 Rose Hill Dr, Ste 400, Charlottesville, VA 22903
• Dental Er - Charlottesville, VA 22902, United States
• Schultz Robert Weir DDS - 1138 Rose Hill Dr #200, Charlottesville, VA 22903, United States
• Cville Dentist - 2375 Commonwealth Dr A, Charlottesville, VA 22901, United States
• Community Dental Center - 900 Gardens Blvd Ste 600, Charlottesville, VA 22901, United States
• Rivanna Dental Care - 1752 Timberwood Blvd, Charlottesville, VA 22911, United States
• Augusta Regional Dental Clinic - 342 Mule Academy Rd, Waynesboro, VA 22980
• Piedmont Regional Dental Clinic - 13296 James Madison Hwy, Orange, VA 22960, United States
• Greene County Dental Clinic - 40 Celt Rd, Stanardsville, VA 22973, United States

If you lost a filling and need to keep costs down in downtown Austin, I’d start with community dental clinics or sliding-scale providers rather than a typical emergency dentist. A lost filling is usually something they can evaluate and repair, but try not to wait too long if the tooth is sensitive or exposed.

Good low-cost options:

• CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care — Ask for a dental emergency visit. They offer dental exams, fillings, and emergency treatment, and may use a sliding-fee scale based on income and household size. Trinity Center Austin CommunityCare

• Closest downtown-area option: CommUnityCare (near East Downtown). Trinity Center Austin
• Phone: 512-978-9895 Austin PCC
• Manos de Cristo — A nonprofit dental clinic that serves people who cannot afford private dental care. They provide fillings and emergency dental care; emergency walk-ins are available during designated hours on a first-come, first-served basis. Low Income Dental

• Address: 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
• Phone: 512-477-2319 Low Income Dental
• People’s Community Clinic — Offers dental services and a sliding-fee scale for eligible patients, including uninsured patients. Austin PCC Austin PCC

• Phone: 512-478-4939 Austin PCC

A few things you can do until you’re seen:

• Rinse gently with warm salt water.
• Avoid chewing on that side.
• Keep the area clean with normal brushing.
• If the hole is catching food or is very sensitive, a pharmacy temporary filling material can sometimes protect it short-term (follow the package directions).

Seek urgent care sooner if you have facial swelling, fever, spreading pain, pus/bad taste, trouble swallowing, or trouble opening your mouth.

If you tell me whether you’re uninsured, have Medicaid/MAP, or just need the cheapest cash option, I can narrow this down to the best first call.

If you mean downtown Austin, Texas, I’d start with a community clinic rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options

1. CommUnityCare dental clinics — probably my first choice if money is very tight. They offer exams, X-rays, fillings, extractions, and emergency treatment, with sliding-fee options for eligible patients. Their downtown-ish RBJ Dental Clinic is at 15 Waller St., and you can call 512-978-9895 to ask about an urgent appointment. www.centralhealth.netwww.austinpcc.org

2. Manos de Cristo — at 4911 Harmon Ave., north of downtown. They specifically take emergency walk-ins, and offer reduced/sliding-fee care for people without private insurance or Medicaid. They treat fillings and other restorative problems. Call 512-477-2319. www.centralhealth.netwww.austinpcc.org

3. People's Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They offer fillings, X-rays, extractions, and other dental treatment, with a sliding fee based on income and household size; uninsured patients can qualify for reduced costs. Call 512-478-4939. www.austinpcc.org

4. Texas 2-1-1 — if the above can't see you quickly, Texas DSHS recommends calling 2-1-1 for local free/low-cost dental programs. It's available 24/7. www.dshs.texas.gov

For a lost filling specifically: tell the clinic, “I lost a filling and need an emergency evaluation. I don't have much money—do you have a sliding-fee or self-pay rate, and can you see me urgently?” Ask for the total price before agreeing to X-rays or treatment.

Until you're seen, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. If you develop significant facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing, seek urgent medical care rather than waiting for a dental appointment.

If you want, I can also find the 3 cheapest options within walking distance of downtown Austin and give you their current hours/phone numbers.

If you’re in downtown Austin and a filling just came out, I’d start with these lower-cost options rather than a typical private emergency dentist:

1. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St.
   • Very close to downtown/East Austin.
   • CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for an income-based sliding fee. www.centralhealth.net
   • Dental phone: 512-978-9895.
   • Call first and say: “I lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. I’m uninsured/can’t afford private dental prices. Do you have a sliding-fee or emergency slot?”

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — 4911 Harmon Ave.
   • This is probably your best bet if you need genuinely low-cost self-pay care.
   • It specifically serves lower-income patients and offers emergency care on a first-come, first-served walk-in basis during designated emergency hours. Services include fillings. www.lowincomedental.org
   • Phone: 512-477-2319.
   • Their published information says services are priced at about 30% of market value; payment is due at service and they don't offer payment plans. www.lowincomedental.org
   • Emergency walk-ins are generally in the morning, so call before going to confirm that day's emergency hours.

3. MAP / Central Health
   • If you're an uninsured Travis County resident with low income, MAP or MAP Basic can cover dental services including fillings and extractions. www.centralhealth.net
   • Call 512-978-8130, option 1 to ask about eligibility.

If the filling came out but you don't have major pain or swelling, it's usually reasonable to protect the tooth temporarily while arranging care. Avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. A pharmacy dental-cement product can be used temporarily, but it isn't a substitute for having the tooth examined.

Go to an ER urgently if you develop significant facial swelling, difficulty breathing/swallowing, uncontrolled bleeding, or fever with rapidly worsening swelling.

If you tell me whether you have insurance/MAP and roughly how much you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and check which places are open/available right now.

Yes. For a lost filling when money is tight, I’d prioritize these Austin options:

1. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St, East Austin

This is one of the closest low-cost community options to downtown. CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for a sliding fee based on income. Dental line: 512-978-9640. www.centralhealth.net

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center — 4911 Harmon Ave

Probably my best recommendation if you need inexpensive emergency care. They specifically accept low-income patients, offer reduced-cost services, and have emergency walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. Their published pricing says services are about 30% of market value. Call 512-477-2319 before going to confirm today's emergency walk-in window. www.lowincomedental.org

3. CommUnityCare South Austin Health Center — 2529 S 1st St

They provide fillings and emergency treatment and have a sliding-fee option for qualifying patients. www.centralhealth.net

If you need help paying

If you're an uninsured Travis County resident, check MAP/MAP Basic. It can cover dental services including fillings and extractions, with eligibility based partly on income. Central Health's number is 512-978-8130. www.centralhealth.net

For a lost filling specifically: don't put aspirin directly on the tooth. Keep the area clean, avoid chewing on that side, and avoid very hot/cold or sugary foods until you're seen.

If you have facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening swelling, that's more urgent than a routine lost filling and warrants emergency medical care.

If you tell me roughly where downtown you are (e.g. Capitol, 6th & Congress, UT, East 6th) and whether you have insurance/Medicaid or no insurance, I can narrow this to the 2 cheapest/closest places for you.

If you lost a filling and cost is the main concern, I’d start with community clinics rather than a typical downtown private dentist.

Best low-cost options near downtown Austin

1. Williams Jr Lindsey A DDS / CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic
   • 15 Waller St., East Austin
   • CommUnityCare clinics provide fillings and emergency dental treatment, and uninsured patients may qualify for reduced-cost care based on income. www.centralhealth.net
   • Call: 512-978-9895
   • When you call, say: “I lost a filling and need an urgent appointment. I’m uninsured/low income and need to know the lowest-cost option.”

2. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center
   • 314 Chicon St.
   • Community health center with dental services, including fillings and emergency treatment. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Call: 512-978-8650

3. Manos De Cristo
   • 4911 Harmon Ave.
   • One of the better options if you're specifically looking for reduced-fee dental care. It offers fillings, extractions, crowns and other treatment, and local resource listings report emergency walk-ins. www.austinpcc.org
   • Call: 512-477-2319
   • It's farther from downtown, but potentially worth the trip if price is your priority.

4. People’s Community Clinic
   • Their dental program provides fillings and restorative care and has expanded eligibility to adults/adolescents with critical dental needs. They offer sliding-scale assistance and services to qualifying uninsured patients. www.austinpcc.org
   • Call: 512-478-4939.

If you need to be seen today

Call 2-1-1 and ask specifically for low-cost emergency dental services in Travis County. Texas DSHS recommends 2-1-1 for finding local dental programs; it's available 24/7. www.centralhealth.netwww.austinpcc.orgwww.dshs.texas.gov

A lost filling isn't usually a medical emergency, but go to an ER urgently if you develop major facial/neck swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, or rapidly worsening symptoms.

For now, avoid chewing on that tooth, keep it clean, and don't put aspirin directly on the tooth/gum.

If you tell me whether you're uninsured and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and which one is closest to downtown.

Yes. If you’re in downtown Austin and cost is the main concern, I’d start with these:

1. Manos De Cristo — probably your best first call for low-cost care. Their dental clinic is at 4911 Harmon Ave, and they specifically serve people without private insurance or Medicaid. They offer fillings, extractions, exams/X-rays, and emergency walk-ins. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.centralhealth.net

(512) 477-7454

2. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St, relatively close to downtown. CommUnityCare provides fillings, extractions and emergency dental treatment, with income-based options for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.centralhealth.net

(512) 978-9895

3. People’s Community Clinic — not downtown, but worth calling if you’re uninsured/low-income. Their dental program includes fillings and restorative care, and they offer sliding-scale assistance. (512) 478-4939. www.austinpcc.org

4. Texas 2-1-1 — if the above can't see you quickly, call 211 and ask specifically for a low-cost emergency dentist for a lost filling in Austin/Travis County. Texas DSHS recommends 211 as a first step for finding free/low-cost dental programs. www.dshs.texas.gov

For a lost filling: if you aren't having severe pain, swelling, fever, or trouble swallowing/breathing, this usually isn't an ER situation. Try to get a dentist to replace/temporarily repair it soon, and avoid chewing on that side.

If you have facial swelling, fever, rapidly worsening pain, or trouble breathing/swallowing, seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a low-cost dental appointment.

If you tell me how much you can afford (e.g. $0, $25, $50, $100) and whether you have insurance, I can narrow this down to the best option for you today.

For a lost filling when money is tight, I’d start with a sliding-scale/community clinic rather than a typical emergency dentist. A lost filling usually needs a dentist to check whether it can be replaced or whether the tooth needs more work, and you may be able to avoid a big bill by getting seen early. www.snowdentalaustin.com

Good low-cost options near downtown Austin:

1. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic
   • 15 Waller St, Austin, TX 78702 (East of downtown)
   • Phone: (512) 978-9895
   • Offers fillings, exams, extractions, and emergency dental treatment; CommUnityCare uses income-based/sliding-scale options for eligible patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • This is probably the first place I’d call if cost is your main concern.

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Center
   • 4911 Harmon Ave, Austin, TX 78751
   • Phone: (512) 477-2319
   • Nonprofit clinic serving people without private insurance or Medicaid; services include fillings and emergency dental visits. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

3. CommUnityCare: Southeast Health and Wellness Center & Convenient Care
   • 2901 Montopolis Dr, Austin, TX 78741
   • Phone: (512) 978-9901
   • Has dental services including fillings and emergency treatment, with sliding-fee options for qualifying patients. www.lowincomedental.org

If you need downtown convenience and can pay a little more, BLVD Dentistry & Orthodontics of 5th Street is near downtown and lists emergency dental care, but it may not be as low-cost as the nonprofit clinics.

Until you’re seen:

• Don’t chew on that side.
• Avoid very hot/cold/sugary foods if the tooth is sensitive. www.snowdentalaustin.com
• Don’t put aspirin directly on the tooth or gum.
• If you have face swelling, fever, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing, seek urgent medical care.

When you call, say: “I lost a filling and I’m looking for the lowest-cost emergency appointment. Do you have a sliding scale or cash price?” That usually gets you routed correctly.

If you mean downtown Austin near 6th Street/Capitol, I’d call RBJ first. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

Yes. If you’re around downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with Manos de Cristo or CommUnityCare rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options

1. Manos de Cristo — my first choice
   • 4911 Harmon Ave., Austin
   • 512-477-2319
   • Specifically serves people who can’t afford private dental care.
   • Offers fillings and emergency dental care, including walk-ins during designated emergency hours. Their 2024 report confirms they continue to provide emergency and restorative care to uninsured and underinsured patients. www.lowincomedental.org
   • This is probably your best bet if you need the filling dealt with without getting hit with a large private-dentist bill.

2. CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center
   • 314 Chicon St., East Austin
   • CommUnityCare provides dental care including fillings and emergency treatment, and has a sliding-fee program based on income and family size. www.centralhealth.net
   • Call 512-978-9015 for appointment/navigation help.

3. CommUnityCare North Central Dental
   • 1210 W. Braker Ln.
   • 512-978-9880
   • Dental clinic offers fillings and emergency treatment; Saturday dental hours are listed as 8 a.m.–noon. www.lowincomedental.orgwww.centralhealth.netcommunitycaretx.org

If you need help today (Saturday)

Manos de Cristo is the one I'd call first because it specifically handles emergency dental walk-ins. Call 512-477-2319 before heading over to confirm today's emergency intake hours.

If you have facial swelling, fever, rapidly worsening pain, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or swelling spreading toward your eye/neck, don't wait for a low-cost dental appointment—those can indicate a serious infection and warrant urgent medical attention.

Also, if you're uninsured and live in Travis County, Central Health's MAP/MAP Basic can provide access to dental services for qualifying low-income residents. You can call 512-978-8130, option 1 to check eligibility. www.centralhealth.net

Central Health dental and MAP information

If you tell me whether you're trying to be seen today or Monday, I can narrow this down to the cheapest option that's actually open and accessible from downtown.

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with these options:

1. CommUnityCare RBJ Dental Clinic — 15 Waller St. This is one of the closest low-cost options to downtown. CommUnityCare provides fillings and emergency dental treatment, and qualifying patients can receive sliding-scale care. Call 512-978-9895. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Clinic — 4911 Harmon Ave. They specifically accommodate people without private insurance or Medicaid, offer reduced/sliding fees, and take emergency walk-ins on a first-come basis. Call 512-477-2319 before heading over. www.trinitycenteraustin.org

3. People’s Community Clinic — 1101 Camino La Costa. They provide fillings, extractions, X-rays and other restorative care, with services aimed at people who have difficulty accessing regular dental care. Call 512-478-4939; a referral may be needed. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.austinpcc.orgwww.centralhealth.net

If you have essentially no money

If you live in Travis County and are uninsured, check MAP/MAP Basic through Central Health. It can provide access to dental care, including fillings, with eligibility based partly on income. You can call 512-978-8130, option 1. www.centralhealth.net

Texas DSHS also recommends calling 211 to find free or low-cost dental programs in your area. www.dshs.texas.gov

For a lost filling specifically: when you call, say “I lost a filling and need an emergency dental exam. I’m uninsured/self-pay and need the lowest-cost option.” Ask for the cash price for the exam and possible filling before agreeing to treatment.

If you have facial swelling, fever, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or rapidly worsening pain, don't wait for a routine appointment—seek urgent medical/dental care.

If you want, I can also find the cheapest option that's open today (Saturday) near downtown Austin.

If you’re in downtown Austin and money is tight, I’d start with CommUnityCare or Manos de Cristo, rather than a typical private emergency dentist.

Best low-cost options

• CommUnityCare: Chalmers Courts Health Center — 314 Chicon St., about a short trip east of downtown. It has a dental clinic, and uninsured patients who meet income guidelines can receive emergency dental services. Dental: 512-978-9640. Hours are Mon–Fri, 7am–4pm. communitycaretx.orgwww.lowincomedental.orgcommunitycaretx.org

This would be my first call if you want income-based pricing.

• Manos De Cristo — 4911 Harmon Ave. This is specifically a nonprofit low-cost dental center. They handle fillings, crowns, extractions, X-rays and emergency dental problems. Their services are listed at roughly 30% of market prices, although payment is due at the visit and they don't offer payment plans. Emergency walk-ins are first-come, first-served during designated hours. 512-477-2319. www.lowincomedental.org

Important: today is Saturday, and the current listing shows the dental center closed Saturdays, so I'd call before going.

• CommUnityCare's other dental clinics — They offer fillings and emergency treatment and have a sliding-fee option for uninsured patients who meet income requirements. communitycaretx.org

If you need help today (Saturday)

The low-cost safety-net clinics may not be available today. A private emergency dentist may cost more, but Austin Emergency Dental is open Saturday 8am–8pm and specifically treats lost fillings. They advertise financing options; call 737-747-4646 and ask “What is the lowest cash price for an exam and temporary filling?” before agreeing to treatment. emergencydentalaustin.com

If the lost filling isn't painful or swollen, you can usually protect the tooth temporarily and get to a low-cost clinic Monday. If you have facial swelling, fever, pus, severe worsening pain, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or significant bleeding, seek urgent medical care rather than waiting.

You can also call 2-1-1 for Austin-area low-cost dental resources; Texas DSHS specifically recommends it for finding free/low-cost dental services. www.dshs.texas.gov

If you tell me whether you need care today or can wait until Monday, I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option and give you the phone/address to call first.

Since this depends on where you are, I need your location first. Please share your city/area (for example, “downtown Austin, TX”) so I can find low-cost emergency dental clinics and options such as dental schools or community health centers.

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If you’re in downtown Austin and the main issue is a lost filling, I’d start with these lower-cost options:

1. Manos de Cristo — best bet for very low cost
   • 4911 Harmon Ave., Austin
   • 512-477-2319
   • Nonprofit low-cost dental clinic; services are generally priced around 30% of market value.
   • They specifically take emergency walk-ins for dental pain on a first-come, first-served basis. www.lowincomedental.orgwww.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Call before going to confirm today's emergency hours and eligibility.

2. CommUnityCare – RBJ Dental Clinic — closest low-cost community option
   • 15 Waller St., Austin 78702
   • 512-978-9895
   • CommUnityCare offers fillings and emergency dental treatment, with sliding-scale fees for qualifying low-income/self-pay patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.org
   • Ask specifically about an urgent appointment for a lost filling and their sliding-fee eligibility.

3. CommUnityCare South Austin Health Center
   • 2529 S. First St.
   • 512-978-9865 for dental
   • Also offers dental care through the community-clinic/sliding-scale system. www.centralhealth.net

If you need to be seen today and can't get into a low-cost clinic: a private emergency dentist may still be worth calling. For example, Austin Emergency Dental advertises a $49 exam/X-ray and specifically treats lost fillings, though the actual repair would cost extra. emergencydentalaustin.com

What I'd do

Call Manos de Cristo first, then CommUnityCare/RBJ. Tell them: “I lost a filling and need the tooth evaluated. I don't have much money—do you have an emergency/sliding-scale appointment, and what would I need to pay today?”

Until you're seen, avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean. If you develop facial swelling, fever, trouble swallowing/breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding, seek emergency medical care rather than waiting for a dental appointment.

If you tell me whether you're uninsured and roughly what you can afford (e.g. $20, $50, $100), I can narrow this down to the cheapest realistic option near downtown Austin.

If you’re in downtown Austin, I’d start with these low-cost options:

1. CommUnityCare - RBJ Health Center — This is one of the most convenient options near downtown. CommUnityCare dental clinics provide fillings, extractions, and emergency treatment, with sliding-fee options for qualifying patients. www.trinitycenteraustin.orgwww.centralhealth.net

2. Manos de Cristo Dental Clinic — Particularly worth calling if you have no dental insurance. They offer reduced/sliding fees and accept emergency walk-ins on a first-come basis. www.austinpcc.orgwww.austinpcc.org

3. People’s Community Clinic — Offers dental care to uninsured patients at reduced rates through a sliding fee scale based on income and household size. Their dental clinic is at 1101 Camino La Costa; 512-478-4939. www.austinpcc.orgwww.austinpcc.org

What I'd do today

Call CommUnityCare first and say: “I lost a filling and need an emergency dental appointment. I’m uninsured/low income and need the lowest-cost option available. Do you have a same-day appointment?”

If you qualify for MAP/MAP Basic, Central Health says dental services including fillings and extractions are covered at participating clinics. You can call 512-978-8130 to ask about eligibility. www.centralhealth.net

A lost filling isn't always an emergency, but severe pain, facial/gum swelling, fever, pus, difficulty swallowing/breathing, or uncontrolled bleeding warrants urgent attention rather than waiting.

If you tell me whether you have insurance, roughly what you can afford ($0, $25, $50, etc.), and whether you're having pain, I can narrow this down to the best option near downtown Austin.