Pediatric Dental EmergenciesIn Mt. Juliet, TN
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, quick 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.
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.
Saves Time and Money
Fixing a cracked tooth right away costs much less than waiting until it needs to be removed and replaced. When you bring your child in at the first sign of trouble, you'll save yourself time, money, and stress.
Our Difference
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.
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.
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 wobbly 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 do not try to put them back in. You should still bring your child in as soon as possible so we can check for any damage and determine whether a space maintainer may be needed to preserve room for the permanent tooth underneath.
For permanent teeth that get knocked out, the sooner the tooth can be put back in, the better the chance of saving it. Pick it up carefully by the white part of the tooth, not the root, rinse it gently without scrubbing, and place it in a small container of cold milk if you cannot reinsert it. Then come straight to our office. Avoid spending extra time trying to manage bleeding or discomfort at home. We can help with that 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 toothache can happen for a few different reasons, from a deep cavity to new teeth coming in and the normal “growing pains” that can come with them. If your child is complaining of persistent or significant tooth pain, give us a call so we can take a closer look, figure out what’s causing it, and help them feel better.
First things first: rinse with warm water, use a cold compress if there’s swelling, and give us a call. If a piece of a front tooth broke off, save it and bring it with you. Sometimes, Dr. Schell may be able to bond that little piece right back where it belongs.
We’ll get your child in for a same-day visit, check the damage, and figure out the best next step to keep their tooth strong, comfortable, and smiling.
If it’s a baby tooth getting wiggly on its own, that’s usually just part of growing up. Baby teeth naturally loosen as the permanent teeth underneath get ready to make their debut. Sometimes, that grown-up tooth even starts coming in behind the baby tooth before it has fallen out. We often call those “shark teeth,” and they’re usually nothing to panic about.
If a tooth suddenly becomes loose after a fall or injury, especially with pain or bleeding, that’s a different story. Give us a call so Dr. Schell can take a look, make sure the tooth and surrounding area are okay, and figure out the best next step.
