How can I help my child in a dental emergency?
Have you thought about what you would do if your child had a dental emergency? It’s estimated that one in three children will experience a dental injury by their fourteenth birthday. At Amp Orthodontics & Kids Dental, we understand how stressful these situations can be for both parents and children. Whether your child is facing a severe toothache, a chipped tooth, knocked-out teeth, jaw pain, a dental abscess, or even a sports-related tooth injury, our pediatric emergency dental team in Clemmons, NC, is here to provide same-day, high-quality care to help preserve your child’s smile.
How Do You Treat Pediatric Dental Emergencies?
At Amp Orthodontics & Kids Dental in Clemmons, NC, we focus on gentle, conservative techniques to treat a wide range of pediatric dental emergencies. Our goal is to preserve your child’s natural teeth and ensure their comfort throughout the process. Early intervention helps us address issues before they require more extensive treatments, promoting long-term oral health.
Baby teeth play a vital role in guiding the growth of permanent teeth, so we prioritize their preservation whenever possible. Dr. Hoina treats each child with the same care and attention he would offer his own, ensuring they feel at ease while receiving the best possible care.
In any emergency, we’re here to guide you through your options and recommend the most effective treatment to safeguard your child’s smile and overall oral health.
What Are Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies?
At Amp Orthodontics & Kids Dental in Clemmons, NC, we’ve treated a wide range of pediatric dental emergencies. One of the most common reasons parents reach out to us is for toothaches that keep their kids up at night or interfere with eating and school activities. We also frequently handle cracked teeth, broken teeth, and teeth that have been knocked out or loosened due to falls, sports injuries, or accidents.
Whether your child is dealing with a painful tooth, a chipped tooth, or even a knocked-out tooth, our experienced team is ready to provide same-day pediatric dental care. Prompt treatment can prevent further damage and lead to the best possible outcome for your child’s smile.
How do you treat a chipped tooth?
For minor chipped tooth repair, we may use restorative treatments such as bonding to help rebuild the tooth’s structure while maintaining its natural appearance. For more severe fractures, crowns or fillings may be necessary to restore both function and aesthetics.
My child's tooth was knocked out - help!
A knocked-out tooth is a true dental emergency, but with quick action, it can often be successfully reimplanted. The faster you seek care, the higher the chances of saving the tooth. Before you arrive at our office, we encourage you to follow these steps:
- Handle the tooth gently by the crown (the biting surface), avoiding touching the root, as that tissue is fragile and critical to a successful reattachment.
- Clean the tooth carefully with slow-flowing water if the tooth has come in contact with dirt or debris. Do not scrub, and do not use soap.
- If the tooth is intact and does not pose a swallowing risk, gently reinsert it into the socket. Have your child bite down on a clean washcloth to hold it in place.
- If reinsertion isn't possible, stay calm. Place the tooth in a saline solution (Hank's Balanced Salt Solution is ideal) or a container of milk. These solutions help preserve the tooth’s root tissue by mimicking its natural environment.
- Contact us immediately. Reimplanting the tooth within 30 minutes of the injury provides the highest chance of saving it.
Does Amp Orthodontics & Kids Dental really offer same-day appointments?
Yes! We prioritize same-day appointments for dental emergencies. Our Clemmons team will also guide you through steps to manage pain and symptoms until you can arrive. Of course, the best injuries are those that never happen. Even trauma that seems initially unavoidable can often be prevented. Regular check-ups also go far to prevent severe pain caused by progressive conditions like dental decay. Do not wait for concerns to arise—call 336-999-0123 to schedule your child's check-up today.
