Pediatric Dental EmergenciesIn Odessa, FL
When your little one is in pain from a dental problem, every moment counts. Call us right away so we can help your child feel better with gentle, prompt care. Not sure if what's happening is truly an emergency? Keep reading to learn what parents need to know.
What should I do if my child is facing a dental emergency?
Getting emergency dental care quickly helps your child stop hurting. Toothaches, broken teeth, and other dental problems can make it hard for them to focus in school, enjoy playtime, or even sleep well. Our gentle care helps them feel better fast so they can get back to being kids. Quick treatment also prevents bigger problems later, which saves you worry, time, and money. Most importantly, you'll have peace of mind knowing your child's smile is taken care of.
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Here when they need it most
No one plans to have a dental emergency, that's why we make it easy for families to get same-day care when it's needed the most. There’s no need for your child to wait in pain. Reach out to our team for care today.
Necessary X-Rays
Limited Exam
Treatment Plan
The Benefits of Immediate Emergency Dental Care
Stops Pain Quickly
A broken tooth, lost filling, or bad toothache hurts—and for kids, that pain feels even worse. Once we take care of the problem, your child can get back to learning, playing, and smiling happily.
Prevents Bigger Problems
With dental issues, waiting makes things worse. Getting help right away means simpler treatments, faster healing, and better outcomes for your child.
Supporting Overall Health
Dental infections can affect more than just the mouth. Caring for your child's smile right away helps protect their overall health and well-being.
Our Difference
Weekend Appointments
If your child has a dental emergency over the weekend, you don’t have to wait until Monday for care. Our flexible weekend hours allow your child to get treatment fast so they can start smiling again.
Problem-Focused Exams
When issues arise, our team can perform problem-focused exams (also known as limited exams) to help address the issues. Limited exams allow us to focus on what’s hurting or injured so we can get your kiddo out of pain fast.
Same-Day Appointments
During a dental emergency, things can change in an instant. That’s why we offer same-day care to ensure your child gets immediate attention when they need it most.
The Emergency Dentistry Treatment Process
Call Our Office Right Away
As soon as you notice something's wrong with your child's tooth, give us a call. We'll ask about what's happening, schedule you for the earliest possible appointment, and give you tips on how to keep your child comfortable until you arrive.
Kid-Friendly Emergency Exam
When you get to our office, our gentle dentist will carefully check your child's mouth. We'll find out exactly what's causing the problem and explain the best way to fix it in terms both you and your child can understand.
Treating Your Child’s Condition
Every child and every emergency is different. Depending on what your child needs, we might fix a cavity, repair a broken tooth, help a wiggly tooth, or address an infection. Whatever the problem, we'll focus on getting your child feeling better as quickly and comfortably as possible.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
For baby teeth that come out early, we typically don't try to put them back in. But you should still bring your child to see us right away so we can check for any damage and possibly place a "space maintainer." This simple device keeps the right amount of room for the adult tooth that will come in later.
For permanent teeth that get knocked out, time is critical! Gently pick up the tooth by the white part (not the root), rinse it carefully without scrubbing, and place it in a small container of cold milk. Then come straight to our office as quickly as possible—ideally within 30 minutes. Don't spend too much time trying to stop bleeding or manage pain at home. The tooth has the best chance of being saved if it's put back in within 1-2 hours. We'll help with pain and bleeding when you arrive.
Collect the filling, crown, or other piece of dental work and place it in a plastic baggie. Then, call us for a same-day appointment, and make sure to bring your child’s dental work in with you. It may be possible to reattach a crown instead of completely replacing it.
A bad toothache often means your child has a deep cavity or an infection starting. You should call us for an appointment right away—these problems won't get better on their own and will only cause more pain if left untreated.
First, help them rinse with warm water and apply a cold compress if there's any swelling. Then call us for a same-day appointment. Even small chips can create tiny cracks that might lead to bigger problems later. Our dentist will check the damage and recommend the best way to fix your child's tooth and keep their smile healthy.
If it's a baby tooth that's getting wiggly on its own (with no injury), that's usually normal. Baby teeth naturally loosen before they fall out.
However, if a tooth suddenly becomes loose after a fall or injury, especially with pain or bleeding, that's different. In this case, you should call us for an appointment so we can check if the tooth can be saved or if we need to help it come out and place a space maintainer.
