Prompt Care When Your Child Needs It Most
Dental emergencies can happen when you least expect them, and getting care quickly can help relieve pain and protect your child’s smile. At Smiling Faces Pediatric Dentistry, we offer same-day pediatric emergency dental care whenever possible for toothaches, dental injuries, broken teeth, swelling, and other urgent concerns in Oklahoma City and Midwest City.
What Is Considered a Pediatric Dental Emergency?
A pediatric dental emergency includes any injury, infection, or dental condition causing significant pain, bleeding, swelling, or damage to a tooth. Receiving prompt treatment can often relieve discomfort, prevent complications, and improve the chances of saving an injured tooth.
Some true emergencies could include:
- Severe toothaches or dental pain
- Broken, fractured, or knocked-out teeth
- Dental trauma from falls, sports, or accidents
- Facial swelling or signs of dental infection
- Uncontrolled bleeding or oral lacerations
What Isn’t Usually a Dental Emergency?
While damaged dental appliances, lost fillings, or minor chipped teeth should still be evaluated promptly, they typically do not require immediate emergency treatment unless accompanied by severe pain, swelling, or significant bleeding. Our team can help determine how quickly your child should be seen.
What Should You Do During a Dental Emergency?
If your child has a dental emergency, try to stay calm and call our office right away. For a broken tooth, gently rinse their mouth with warm water and use a cold compress to help with swelling. If a permanent tooth is knocked out, pick it up by the crown rather than the root and place it in milk or saliva while you head to our office as soon as possible.
When Should You Call an Emergency Pediatric Dentist?
If you’re not sure whether your child’s dental issue is an emergency, give our office a call. Our team can talk through their symptoms, let you know what to do next, and help determine whether your child needs urgent dental care.
Emergency Pediatric Dental Care You Can Trust
Our experienced pediatric dental team is prepared to treat a wide range of dental emergencies in a calm, child-friendly environment. We work quickly to relieve discomfort, diagnose the problem, and recommend the most appropriate treatment while helping children feel comfortable throughout their visit.
Request Emergency Dental Care Today
If your child is dealing with a dental emergency, contact Smiling Faces Pediatric Dentistry right away. Our team provides prompt pediatric emergency dental care at our Oklahoma City and Midwest City offices to help relieve discomfort and protect your child’s smile.
