Pediatric Dental Emergencies
Accidents happen. Knowing what to do in a dental emergency can help save your child’s tooth and ease their pain. Call our office right away, and visit an emergency room if your child has a serious injury to the head or face.
What to Do
- Toothache. Rinse with warm water and gently floss to remove trapped food. Apply a cold compress to the cheek. Do not put aspirin on the gums.
- Knocked-out adult tooth. Hold the tooth by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently and try to place it back in the socket. If you cannot, keep it in milk and see a dentist immediately.
- Knocked-out baby tooth. Do not try to put it back. Call us for advice.
- Chipped or broken tooth. Rinse the mouth, save any pieces and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling.
- Cut lip, tongue or cheek. Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth. Go to the emergency room if bleeding does not stop.
- Possible broken jaw. Keep the jaw still and go to the emergency room.
A mouth guard during sports helps prevent many injuries. Learn more about dental emergencies.
Have questions or want to schedule a visit? Call Brookside Dental Care at 317-983-1200 or request an appointment online.