Emergency Pediatric Dental Care in Silverdale, WA
Dental emergencies can happen at any time, especially with active children. At The Kids' Dentist Silverdale, our pediatric emergency dentist in Silverdale, WA provides same-day appointments for toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, and other dental injuries. Call our office at (360) 698-2323 for immediate assistance. We reserve time in our schedule specifically for emergency cases so your child can be seen quickly.
Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies
Knocked-Out Tooth
If your child knocks out a permanent tooth, time is critical. Pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root), gently rinse it with water if dirty, and try to place it back in the socket. If reinsertion is not possible, store the tooth in milk or saliva and get to our office within 30 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth. Baby teeth that are knocked out are not reimplanted but should still be evaluated.
Toothache
A persistent toothache in a child often indicates a cavity that has reached the nerve or an infection developing around the tooth. Rinse your child's mouth with warm salt water, apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek, and call our office. Do not place aspirin directly on the gum tissue.
Broken or Chipped Tooth
Collect any broken pieces if possible and rinse your child's mouth with warm water. Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and contact our office. Small chips can often be smoothed or repaired with composite bonding. Larger fractures may require a crown or other restorative treatment.
Bitten Lip or Tongue
Clean the area gently with water and apply firm pressure with clean gauze to control bleeding. Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling. If bleeding does not stop within 15 minutes or the wound is deep, contact our office or seek medical attention.
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
- Stay calm and reassure your child
- Call our office immediately at (360) 698-2323
- Follow the specific instructions above for your child's situation
- Apply cold compresses to manage pain and swelling
- Save any tooth fragments or knocked-out teeth
Preventing Dental Emergencies
- Ensure your child wears a mouthguard during contact sports
- Discourage chewing on ice, hard candy, or non-food objects
- Use car seats and seat belts properly to prevent facial injuries
- Childproof your home to reduce fall risks for toddlers
- Maintain regular dental visits to catch weakened teeth early
Emergency Dentistry FAQs
A dental emergency includes any situation involving significant pain, bleeding that will not stop, a knocked-out or displaced tooth, a broken tooth with exposed nerve tissue, facial swelling, or signs of infection (fever, swelling, pus). When in doubt, call our office and we will advise you.
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