Emergency Dental Care for Children When It Matters Most
Accidents happen — especially with active kids. If your child experiences a dental emergency, please contact our office as soon as possible. During office hours, we will guide you on next steps. After hours, follow the prompts to reach the on-call dentist.
Important : If your child has a serious facial injury, heavy bleeding, or head trauma, please go directly to the emergency room.
Common Dental Emergencies
Rinse the mouth with water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Contact our office as soon as possible so we can evaluate the injury.
Handle the tooth by the crown (not the root) and keep it moist. If possible, place it in milk or have your child hold it in their mouth. Call us immediately — timing matters.
Do not attempt to reinsert the tooth. Contact our office so we can evaluate and ensure no further damage has occurred.
Persistent pain or facial swelling should be evaluated promptly. Call our office to schedule an urgent visit.
Apply gentle pressure and a cold compress. If bleeding is heavy or does not stop, contact our office.
Try gently flossing the area. Do not use sharp objects. If you are unable to remove it, give us a call.
We strongly recommend mouthguards for children who participate in sports or activities with a risk of falls or contact. Custom mouthguards offer the best protection and comfort.
