Emergency Dentistry Helps Safeguard Little Smiles
If your little one comes to you with an aching tooth, or if they have chipped a tooth, then you should call us right away! These are common examples of dental emergencies, and require immediate attention. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about safeguarding little smiles with emergency dentistry!
When Kids Should See Us
If your little one approaches you with a toothache that hasn’t subsided after a day or two, this could mean the presence of an issue like tooth decay. Likewise, if they have an object caught between their teeth or under their gums that doesn’t come out on its own or with the assistance of floss, then we can help. Our team can also take on dental damage, as even minor chips or cracks could increase the risk of infection without treatment. If a tooth is knocked loose or out completely, then an emergency visit is a necessity. We can also discuss damaged or missing restorations or orthodontics too.
Our Approach to Emergency Dental Care
When the issue happens, give us a call right away. If you reach us during our normal business hours, we will see if we can make a same-day appointment and if not, we can discuss a visit the next day. If we are closed, then don’t hang up! Leave a message and a team member will reach out to discuss possible appointment times. In the meantime, you can take a few steps to ease their initial discomfort and reduce the risk of further complications until we can see them.
Easing Your Child’s Initial Discomfort
Have your little one rinse with warm water. Then use cloth or gauze to control any bleeding, and a cold compress to handle any facial swelling. You can offer your child an over-the-counter pain reliever too. If a tooth is knocked out, then place it in a sealed container of milk or salt water and bring it to the office with you. If a tooth is broken, then see if you recover any pieces and bring them with you too. We could repair minor damage with composite resin, the material we employ in our fillings, or with a stainless steel or ZuSmile zirconia dental crown.
If you have any questions about how we help little smiles facing dental emergency situations, or if you would like to schedule your child’s last checkup and cleanings of 2025, then reach out to our office today. We can see your little one before the holidays are here, so you can also use your remaining 2025 dental benefits before they expire at the end of the month!
PDC Kids Helps Children with Emergency Dental Care
We would like to help your little ones avoid the complications of an aching or damaged tooth. To find out more about emergency dentistry, call Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda in Dallas, TX, today at (214) 321-4880.
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