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Pediatric Dental Emergencies – Wyomissing, PA
Pediatric Dental Emergencies
If your child experiences a dental emergency, please contact us immediately. For urgent care outside of regular hours, use our emergency contact number. We are available to assist with any issues regarding your child's dental health. Here are some tips for managing urgent dental problems. You may want to post this list on your fridge or keep it with your emergency contacts for easy access.
Bitten Lip or Tongue
If your child has bitten their lip or tongue enough to cause bleeding, please clean the wound gently with water. Use a cold compress such as a cold, wet towel or washcloth to reduce swelling. Reach out to us for help in evaluating the seriousness of the bite and administering appropriate care.
Object Caught In Teeth
If your child has something stuck between their teeth, gently use dental floss to remove it. Avoid using metal, plastic, or sharp objects to prevent injury. If you are unable to dislodge the object with floss, please reach out to us for assistance.
Broken, Chipped, or Fractured Tooth
If your child has chipped or broken a piece of their tooth, rinse their mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. If possible, locate and save the broken tooth fragment. Please contact us right away for help.
Knocked-Out Tooth
If your child's tooth is knocked out, locate the tooth and rinse it with water (do not use soap), holding it only by the visible crown. Place the tooth in a clean container with milk. Contact us immediately or go to the hospital. Acting quickly can improve the likelihood of saving the tooth.
Loose Tooth
It is important to remove a very loose tooth to prevent your child from swallowing or inhaling it.
Toothache
If your child has a toothache, rinse their mouth with warm water and check for any obstructions between the teeth. If the pain persists, use a cold compress to help relieve discomfort. Avoid using heat, aspirin, or topical pain relievers directly on the affected area as it could harm the gums. Children's oral pain relievers can be used as directed. Please contact us right away to schedule an appointment.
Broken Jaw
If you suspect your child has a broken jaw, apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. Please contact our emergency number or take them to the hospital immediately. A broken jaw is often the result of a head injury, which can be extremely serious and potentially life-threatening.
Avoiding Injury
To avoid dental emergencies for your child, child-proof your home to prevent falls. Steer clear of hard foods like ice and popcorn kernels. Always use car seats for young children and make sure older children wear seat belts. If your child participates in contact sports, ensure they wear a mouthguard. Ask about getting a custom-fitted mouthguard for your child. Lastly, keep up with good oral hygiene habits by brushing, flossing, and scheduling regular visits to our office to prevent toothaches.