Lost a Filling or Crown? Same-Day Fix in McGregor & Waco
A lost crown or filling leaves the tooth underneath exposed, sensitive, and easy to damage. Dr. Maupin can re-seat or repair it the same day — before sensitivity becomes a bigger problem. Gentle care, sedation available.
- Same-day emergency appointments
- 4.9★ from 177 reviews
- Sedation & gentle care for anxious patients
- Most insurance accepted
A missing crown or filling exposes the tooth
It may not hurt at first, but the tooth underneath a crown or filling is often hollowed out and vulnerable. Leaving it open invites pain, decay, and bigger repairs. Here's why prompt care matters.
Sudden sensitivity
The exposed inner tooth reacts to hot, cold, sweet, and air. Re-sealing it stops the sharp twinges.
The tooth can shift
Without the crown, neighboring teeth can move into the gap, so the crown no longer fits if you wait too long.
Decay sets in fast
The unprotected tooth is open to bacteria. A small problem can turn into a deep cavity or infection.
Weakened tooth can break
A tooth that's lost its crown is fragile. Chewing on it can crack it and make it harder to restore.
The old crown may re-seat
If the crown is intact and the tooth underneath is healthy, we can often re-cement the same crown.
Lost filling
A lost filling leaves a cavity open. We clean it and place a new filling — or a crown if the tooth needs more support.
What to do right now
- Keep the crown — bring it with you. Rinse it, store it somewhere safe, and bring it in. We can often re-cement the same one.
- Don't chew on that side. The exposed tooth is fragile and can crack under pressure.
- Cover it temporarily if it's sensitive. A dab of over-the-counter temporary dental cement (from a pharmacy) can protect the tooth until your visit.
- Never use household glue. Super glue and similar products are toxic and can ruin the tooth and crown — only dental cement is safe.
- Call us — don't wait. A quick re-seat now prevents decay and a much larger repair later. (254) 848-2722
A surgeon's skill, a hometown calm
Dr. Paul Maupin focuses on surgical dentistry — extractions, root canals, and implants. If your crown can be re-seated, he'll re-seat it. If the tooth underneath needs more, you're already with the dentist who can rebuild it.
- 4,500+ dental implants placed — emergencies handled start to finish, no referral needed.
- Sedation and a gentle pace for nervous or in-pain patients.
- Honest, up-front pricing and most insurance accepted.
A fix in three steps
Call
Tell us what came loose. We'll find you a same-day slot.
Come in
We check the tooth and your crown with a quick exam and explain your options — no surprises.
Get it sealed
We re-cement the crown or restore the tooth that day and protect your smile.
4.9 stars · 177 reviews
"My crown popped off at dinner. They got me in the next morning and put it right back on. Quick and painless."
"I was terrified and in pain. Dr. Maupin walked me through every step and the sedation made it easy."
"Honest about what it would cost and what my insurance covered. Saved me from a much bigger repair. Highly recommend."
Lost crown & filling questions
How fast can I be seen?
Call us and we'll do everything we can to see you the same day during office hours (Mon–Thu, 8am–4pm). An exposed tooth is treated as urgent.
Can you put my old crown back on?
Often, yes. If the crown is intact and the tooth underneath is healthy, we can usually clean and re-cement the same crown. Bring it with you so we can check the fit.
It doesn't hurt — do I still need to come in?
Yes. Even without pain, the exposed tooth is open to decay and can shift or crack. Coming in quickly is the difference between a simple re-seat and a much bigger repair.
Will it hurt?
Re-seating a crown is usually quick and comfortable. We numb the area if needed, and oral sedation is available if you're anxious.
What will it cost?
It depends on whether we re-seat the crown or rebuild the tooth, and we'll give you an honest estimate before we start. We accept most major insurance and offer financing.
Right here in McGregor
- Address
- 27487 Highway 84, McGregor, TX 76657
- Phone
- (254) 848-2722
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8am–4pm · Fri by appointment
Crown came off? Don't wait.
An exposed tooth only gets more vulnerable. Call now and we'll get you seen today.
Call (254) 848-2722Open Mon–Thu, 8am–4pm · 27487 Highway 84, McGregor, TX