Emergency care
If your child is in need of emergency dental care, call the office.
Dental trauma is an injury to the teeth, gums, mouth or face that can be potentially serious. Ignoring a dental emergency can increase the risk of permanent damage.
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Four emergencies, and what to do in the first ten minutes.
For all dental emergencies it is important to contact us as soon as the injury occurs. These are the basic guidelines while you are on the way.
Knocked-out tooth
Rinse the tooth gently and, holding it only by the crown, reposition it into the socket if safe to do so. Otherwise immerse the tooth in a cup of milk or warm water with a pinch of salt. Contact our office immediately.
Chipped or cracked tooth
Save any pieces possible. Rinse your child’s mouth gently with warm water. Apply cold compresses for swelling and pain, as needed. Contact our office as soon as possible.
Lost crown
If a dental crown becomes loose or falls off the tooth, contact us immediately for a replacement. Leaving the tooth uncrowned can lead to further tooth damage.
Soft tissue injuries
For injuries causing bleeding in the mouth or gums, rinse your child’s mouth carefully. Hold damp gauze or a dampened tea bag on the site for fifteen minutes. If the bleeding still continues, contact us.
(281) 578 to 7100
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What happens when you call.
If your child encounters a dental emergency, always contact our childrens dentist in Katy as soon as possible. We can provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to care for your child’s mouth or may ask you to bring them into the office. If you have any additional dental emergency questions, be sure to contact us.
What should I do if my child knocks out a tooth?
Call us immediately. For permanent teeth, gently place the tooth back in the socket or store it in milk. Avoid touching the root.
What else counts as a dental emergency?
Toothaches, swelling, knocked-out teeth, chips, broken fillings, infections, or trauma are all considered dental emergencies.
Do you see emergencies the same day?
Yes. We provide rapid, calm, and sensory-friendly emergency treatment with minimal wait times and personalized support.
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We can provide step-by-step instructions on how to care for your child’s mouth, or may ask you to bring them straight in. Either way, call first.
- Hours
- Mon and Wed 9am to 6pm
Tue and Thu 8am to 5pm
Fri to Sun Closed
