Prompt help for tooth pain, injuries, swelling, or dental trauma.
Pediatric dental emergencies at North Shore Smiles
When a child is hurt, scared, or in pain, the first few minutes matter. Call the office during the day; after hours, the voicemail will route true emergencies. A quick conversation often clarifies whether your child needs to be seen that hour, that day, or at the next available appointment.
What's included
- Knocked-out adult tooth: place it back in the socket immediately if possible, or store it in milk, and call the office right away
- Knocked-out baby tooth: do not re-insert — it can damage the developing permanent tooth underneath
- Broken tooth: find the fragment if you can, store it in milk, and call the office
- Common emergencies seen here include trauma from falls, fractured front teeth, swelling, toothaches, and lost or loose restorations
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Common questions
What parents ask about dental emergencies
What counts as a pediatric dental emergency?
Tooth pain, swelling, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, trauma, and signs of infection should be evaluated promptly.
What should I do if my child chips a tooth?
Call the office for guidance. Save any tooth fragments if possible, keep the area clean, and avoid chewing on the injured tooth.