Dental emergencies are stressful for any parent. Whether your child has a chipped or knocked-out tooth, injured lip or gum, or sudden tooth pain, prompt and informed care makes a difference in the outcome, and she is here to guide you through it.
As a pediatric dentist board-certified in both the United States and Canada, she brings rigorous, evidence-based training to every emergency visit. This dual certification reflects an uncommon depth of clinical preparation, allowing her to provide the highest standard of care.
What to expect
Call her right away when the injury occurs. She'll talk you through initial steps by phone while you head in to see her. Once you arrive, she'll carry out a full assessment. Her first priority is managing any pain or discomfort, followed by stabilizing the injury and outlining a clear plan for follow-up care, including what to keep an eye on at home.
Types of emergencies
Panadol or Brufen, using age and weight appropriate dosing, can help take the edge off while you figure out the next step.
In children, toothaches are often caused by a large cavity, and the good news is there are several ways to treat it. On assessing your child, she will walk you through the best option for them.
A small, pimple-like bump on the gums can be a sign of an infection and should be assessed by a pediatric dentist.
If your child has facial swelling, fever, or difficulty swallowing or breathing, seek urgent medical care. These can be signs of a spreading dental infection and need prompt attention.
If you are unsure, reach out. She can help you figure out the next step.
If it is a permanent tooth, time matters. Ideally a dentist should see your child within 60 minutes.
Pick the tooth up by the crown, the white part, never the root. Rinse it gently if it is dirty, and do not scrub. If you can, place it back in the socket and get to a dentist immediately. Otherwise keep it in milk or saline while you travel.
Never reinsert a knocked-out baby tooth. It can damage the developing adult tooth underneath.
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