We’re Here When You Need Us Most
We know when dental emergencies happen, they can be stressful and painful. We also know it can be especially difficult when your child is the one in need of help. That's why Pediatric Dental Care in Crown Point and Dyer, IN offers emergency dental services to help you and your child get quality compassionate care when you need it most.
Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies
It can be distressing when your child is in pain. While some tooth pain can be caused by relatively harmless tooth sensitivity, it can also be a sign of a more serious problem. If your child’s pain lasts more than a day, contact us for an emergency appointment.
An avulsed, or knocked-out, tooth is a dental emergency, even if it’s not a permanent tooth. You should contact Pediatric Dental Care immediately.
A severe break or chip in your child’s tooth can leave the tooth susceptible to infection. This requires prompt treatment to seal and repair the tooth.
Losing a dental crown or filling compromises the integrity of your child’s tooth. It weakens the tooth structure and can also leave it vulnerable to infection.
An abscess is a sign of an advanced bacterial infection. Your child could experience severe pain and swelling in and around their mouth. Without proper treatment with antibiotics, these kinds of infections can spread, leading to serious, even life-threatening, complications. An abscess won’t go away on its own.
Uncontrolled bleeding, a dry socket (dislodged blood clot), or signs of an infection following a tooth extraction or oral surgery require prompt attention and treatment to ensure proper healing and prevent further complications.
Can Your Child Wait?
If you think your child might be having a dental emergency, contact Pediatric Dental Care immediately so we can help you assess the situation. We have emergency appointments available and will get you and your child in as quickly as possible.
At-Home Remedies for Relief from Dental Pain
While you wait for emergency treatment or to visit our office for a regularly scheduled dental appointment, you can take steps to alleviate your child’s pain with the following at-home remedies:
How to Avoid Dental Emergencies
Since dental emergencies are accidental, they are hard to prepare for or avoid. However, keeping your child’s teeth healthy by staying on top of their oral hygiene can help. Attending regular six-month dental exams and continuing healthy hygiene habits can also help reduce the risk of damage to your child’s teeth. Additional tips include:
Contact Us Today
If your child is experiencing a dental emergency and requires urgent care, please contact Pediatric Dental Care in Crown Point and Dyer, IN to receive the prompt attention, emergency treatment, and relief your child needs.
Call or request an appointment online to set up your first visit. We’ll be in touch soon.