Emergencies happen.
WE'LL GET YOU IN!When dental emergencies strike, prompt care is crucial. Our team is ready to provide immediate attention to relieve pain, address injuries and prevent further damage. Whether it’s a sudden toothache, broken tooth or other urgent dental issues, we will do our best to get you in to see the doctor immediately.
Dental injuries and emergencies can be distressing, but they are very common among children. About one-third of children have experienced some type of dental trauma, and even more have faced a dental emergency. Understanding how to handle these situations can make a big difference in the outcome.
Root Fracture
A root fracture happens when a tooth’s root is cracked or broken, typically due to trauma. The injury might not be visible without an X-ray.
Head Injury/Head Trauma
Head injuries can vary in severity, and even minor bumps can lead to complications. Monitor your child closely after any head trauma.
Dental Concussion
A dental concussion occurs when a tooth is sore after an injury but is neither knocked out nor loosened. Symptoms often include tenderness when chewing.
Crown Fracture
Crown fractures can range from minor cracks to severe breaks that expose the pulp.
Fractured Jaw
A fractured jaw may result from injury or trauma. Prompt care is essential, as fractures can impact breathing or swallowing.
Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-Out Tooth)
If a tooth is knocked out, quick action is vital. For baby teeth, reimplantation isn’t typically performed, but permanent teeth should be reimplanted within an hour if possible.
Tooth Luxation/Extrusion/Lateral Displacement (Tooth Moved from its Position)
When a tooth is displaced, treatment varies based on the type of tooth and the direction of displacement.
Dental Intrusion (Tooth Pushed into Jawbone)
A tooth may be pushed into the jawbone due to trauma. Immediate care is crucial.
Toothache
Toothaches in children can result from food impaction, tooth fractures, decay, trauma, or even the eruption of wisdom teeth in adolescents.