Emergency Kids’ Dentist – Bastrop, TX

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Dental emergencies can happen at any time, especially to enthusiastic children who love being as active as possible. If your child is experiencing significant dental pain or injury, please don’t hesitate to contact Smiles University Pediatric Dentistry in Bastrop, TX as soon as you can. Our phone system will handle the call no matter the time of day it is. In the meantime, here are some tips for how to be prepared for common dental emergencies until you’re able to reach our trusted emergency kids' dentist in Bastrop, TX.

Why Choose Smiles University Pediatric Dentistry for Emergency Kids’ Dentistry?

  • 24/7 Consultation With A Pediatric Dentist Available For Patients Of Record
  • Board-certified dentists ready to help
  • Financing Options Available Through Care Credit

How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies

Many different types of dental emergencies can occur, which is why it’s important to know what you can do to handle these injuries at home while you wait for an appointment. Below are a few examples of what you might do should your little one come running for help.

MY CHILD HAS A TOOTHACHE

Your child may have a particle of food or other debris causing the discomfort. Floss around the tooth to dislodge anything stuck around the area and brush. If the pain persists, contact Smiles University Pediatric Dentistry as soon as possible so that we can schedule an evaluation appointment for your child.

Cracked Tooth

Call our pediatric dental office to schedule an evaluation. Avoid allowing your child to chew on that side of the mouth.

MY CHILD HAS A CHIPPED/BROKEN PERMANENT TOOTH

Attempt to retrieve the unattached piece and have your child rinse with warm water. Call our pediatric dental office to schedule an evaluation so our pediatric dentists can discuss options. Avoid allowing them to chew on that side of their mouth and bring the broken piece of tooth to their evaluation appointment. Ideally store the broken fragment in milk.

MY CHILD HAS KNOCKED OUT A BABY TOOTH

Although we want baby teeth to stay in place until they are ready to fall out on their own, sometimes accidents occur. If your child knocks out a baby tooth or permanent tooth, place the tooth in milk and contact Smiles University Pediatric Dentistry immediately. Primary or permanent tooth, your child should still be seen for an evaluation by one of our pediatric dentists.

MY CHILD HAS KNOCKED OUT A PERMANENT TOOTH

There may be a chance to save the tooth! Make sure that you or your child doesn’t hold the tooth by its root; instead, rinse it carefully and place it in a glass of milk. If it’s not too painful, ideally it would be best for you to replace the tooth immediately and your child to hold it in place within the socket until you receive emergency care from one of our pediatric dentists.

Bitten Tongue, Lip, Cheek

A minor bite typically takes time to heal. If you have concerns that your child has done something more severe please call to schedule an evaluation by one of our pediatric dentists.

Dental Concussion

Avoid chewing on the tooth involved in the concussion and call our pediatric dental office to schedule an evaluation with one of our pediatric dentists.

Sensitive Teeth

Newly erupted teeth can be sensitive due to their large pulp chambers. Avoid whitening toothpastes which can exacerbate the sensitivity. A toothpaste like Sensodyne may also be helpful.

MY CHILD LOST A FILLING

A lost filling may seem unnerving; however, it’s not panic-worthy. Simply give our pediatric dental office a call and we will schedule a visit with one of our pediatric dentists to evaluate the situation and recommend the best treatment option.

Something Stuck Between the Teeth

Attempt to floss the area and brush. If your child is old enough to swish with a salt water rinse this may be helpful as well. If these things do not relieve the problem please call one of our pediatric dentists for an evaluation.

How to Help Your Child Prevent Dental Emergencies

Child in pain before emergency kids' dentistry

While not all dental emergencies can be prevented, there are ways you can help your child minimize their risk. Regular brushing and flossing as well as six-month dental checkups and cleanings are pivotal. Additional prevention methods include wearing a mouthguard while playing sports, eating healthy foods, and discouraging unhealthy habits such as biting on objects.

Emergency Consultations Available 24/7 for Existing Dental Patients

Infographic about twenty four seven support for emergency dentistry patients

Is your child a patient of record and has a dental emergency? Need some advice? We are here for your family! Dr. Adam, Dr. Danna, or Dr. Jim are available to provide consultation 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our phone system will direct you how to reach the doctor on call for those times when our dental office isn’t open, including nights, weekends, and holidays. 

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