Where We Are — A Short Drive South from 46226
Our office is at 115 N Shortridge Rd, Suite 200, in 46219. From most of 46226, the drive is south on Shortridge Road or down the Emerson Avenue corridor — about 12 minutes from the Fort Harrison area, closer to 10 from Devington. Free parking, second floor.
About 46226 — Devington, Eastwood, and Fort Harrison
46226 is one of the larger east-side ZIP codes by area, stretching from the 46th Street corridor up to 56th Street and bordered by the old Fort Benjamin Harrison reservation on the northeast. Devington sits at the heart of it, with Eastwood and the Fort Harrison historic district adjacent. Schools are split between Indianapolis Public Schools and MSD Lawrence Township, depending on which side of the township line you're on.
Local landmarks include Fort Harrison State Park (just outside the ZIP boundary but defining for the area) and the commercial corridors along East 38th and East 46th. The neighborhood mix is established and steady, with longtime residents and a growing renter population near the township-school side.
Why 46226 Patients Trust SmileCentric East
Same-Day Appointments
Call as early in the day as possible. We hold a few daily slots specifically for emergency intake, and morning callers get first pick.
Complete Emergency Treatment On Site
Toothaches, broken teeth, abscesses, lost crowns, and dental trauma are handled in our office. We have the imaging and the chair time to take care of most emergencies in one visit, which keeps the cost down and the recovery faster.
Insurance and Payment Options
Most major PPO plans are in-network. We verify benefits during your visit and tell you the out-of-pocket cost before treatment. For patients paying out of pocket, we offer financing and a $59 exam-and-X-rays special for new patients.
Digital Imaging and Modern Diagnostics
A bad emergency call usually traces back to a misread X-ray or a missed crack. We use digital imaging that lets us see fractures, decay, and infection in detail, which means accurate diagnosis on the first try.
Easy Drive from 46226
From Fort Harrison or Devington, the drive south on Shortridge or Emerson is straightforward and parking is free. About 10 to 12 minutes door to door for most 46226 addresses.
Meet Dr. Louis Abukhalaf
Patients arriving for emergency care at SmileCentric East are seen by Dr. Louis Abukhalaf, whose credentials cover both the academic and clinical sides of dentistry. He completed his undergraduate work in chemistry and biochemistry at Loyola University Chicago (summa cum laude), then earned his dental degree at Marquette University School of Dentistry (magna cum laude). Post-graduate training at the Misch Implant Institute and the Kois Center sharpened his work in implant and cosmetic dentistry.
For an emergency visit, that background means accurate diagnosis, options that account for the long-term restoration of the tooth, and a treatment approach that doesn't stop at "pain is gone — see you next year."
Our 46226 Dental Services Include:
Dental Implants Provider
Emergency Dental Services in 46226
- Same-day emergency exams
- Toothache diagnosis and pain management
- Broken and chipped tooth repair
- Knocked-out tooth treatment
- Abscess and infection management
- Lost crown and filling replacement
- Emergency root canal treatment
- Extractions for teeth that can't be saved
- Braces and orthodontic emergencies
- Sedation dentistry for anxious patients
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a chipped tooth really an emergency?
It depends. A small enamel chip with no pain can wait a few days. A chip that exposes the inner layer of the tooth (dentin or pulp) is sensitive to air and temperature and should be treated quickly. If you can feel it, call.
My face is swollen on one side. What do I do?
Facial swelling usually means infection. Call us first thing in the morning and apply a cold compress in the meantime. If swelling is rapid, affects your breathing, or comes with fever, go to the ER first and follow up with us.
How long can I wait if a filling falls out?
A few days at most. Without the filling, the tooth structure is exposed and can fracture or develop new decay quickly. If you're in pain, it's an emergency. If you're not yet, call to schedule sooner rather than later.
Do you see kids for dental emergencies?
Yes, we treat children for emergency dental visits. For knocked-out baby teeth, the protocol is different than for adult teeth — call us first instead of trying to re-implant.
What about wisdom-tooth pain?
Sudden pain at the back of the jaw is often impacted wisdom teeth or pericoronitis. We can diagnose and either treat the infection or refer to an oral surgeon for extraction depending on the case.
Get Emergency Dental Help Today
If you're in 46226 and something is wrong with a tooth, the right move is to call now. (317) 777-7179. Same-day visits when we can, clear pricing, and a short drive south on Shortridge from most of the ZIP.
Indianapolis New Patient Dental Specials
New Patient Exams
$59
No insurance? We offer a $59 Comprehensive New Patient Exam and X-Rays.
New patients only.
Cannot be combined with insurance.
New Patient Healthy Mouth Cleaning
$49
No insurance? We offer a $49 New Patient Exam Healthy Mouth Cleaning and Polishing.
New patients only. Cannot be combined with insurance. Includes a Healthy Mouth Cleaning in the absence of periodontal disease.
Dental Implant Consultation
FREE
No insurance? We offer a FREE Dental Implants Consultation
We offer multiple implant options to replace missing teeth.
Click here to learn more about our dental implant consultations.
Our Indianapolis Dental Practice Location
Office Hours:
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed