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Pediatric Dental Emergencies in Mansfield, Ohio

If your child is experiencing a dental injury, facial swelling, or sudden dental pain, our team can help guide you toward the safest next step.

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Seek emergency care immediately

If your child has difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, severe facial trauma, unusual lethargy, or a high temperature, these may be signs of a medical emergency. Please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.

When to Call Our Office

Many dental injuries can be managed effectively when addressed promptly. If your child needs urgent dental care, calling our office allows us to help determine the safest and most appropriate course of action.

During office hours:

  • Emergency calls are evaluated as they come in
  • Priority is given to existing patients, but all emergency callers will either be seen by our team or directed to another care facility that can provide appropriate treatment

After office hours:

  • Your call will be directed to the most appropriate care option based on the situation.

What Is Considered a Pediatric Dental Emergency?

Some situations require prompt dental evaluation, while others may not need immediate treatment. If you’re unsure, it’s always appropriate to call and ask.

Situations that may require urgent attention:

  • A knocked-out or loose permanent tooth
  • A broken, chipped, or fractured tooth
  • Facial swelling or signs of infection
  • A toothache that is persistent or worsening
  • An injury to the mouth, lips, or tongue with ongoing bleeding

Our team can help you understand whether your child should be seen right away or monitored with follow-up care.

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What to Do First

If your child experiences a dental injury or sudden pain:

  • Stay calm and reassure your child
  • Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth if there is bleeding
  • Use a cold compress on the outside of the face for swelling
  • For a knocked out (avulsed) permanent tooth, place the tooth in a container with tap water or milk Unfortunately, primary (“baby”) teeth that are avulsed cannot be saved.
  • Avoid attempting home remedies

Then, call our office so that we can help you decide what to do next.