Pediatric Dental Emergencies in Parker, CO

Call our office immediately. Handle the tooth by the crown rather than the root. A knocked-out permanent tooth is time-sensitive, and prompt dental care can be important for the outcome of the tooth.

No. A knocked-out primary tooth should not be replanted because doing so can risk injury to the developing permanent tooth. Contact our office so the area can be evaluated and appropriate follow-up can be recommended.

Contact our office and save any tooth fragments you can find. Treatment depends on whether the tooth is primary or permanent, how much of the tooth was damaged, and whether the inner portion of the tooth or supporting tissues were affected.

A toothache can have several causes. Persistent, significant, or worsening pain should be evaluated, especially when it occurs with swelling, fever, sensitivity, difficulty eating, or other symptoms. Contact our office so we can help determine how quickly your child should be seen.

Facial or gum swelling may be associated with a dental infection or another problem that requires prompt evaluation. Contact our office. If swelling is accompanied by difficulty breathing or swallowing or your child appears seriously ill, seek emergency medical care.

Yes, an injured tooth can be loosened or displaced even if it has not fallen out. A dental examination can help determine the extent of the injury and whether treatment or follow-up monitoring is needed.

Seek emergency medical care for potentially life-threatening problems such as difficulty breathing or swallowing, uncontrolled severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, or a serious head or facial injury. For emergencies primarily involving the teeth or mouth, contact our dental office for guidance.