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Emergency Pediatric Dental Care in Pacific Grove CA in Pacific Grove, CA
At Moonflower Dentistry for Adults and Kids, we understand that dental emergencies can be both unexpected and distressing. Located in Pacific Grove, CA, our practice is dedicated to providing immediate and expert pediatric dental care. With the expertise of Dr. Kritika, we offer immediate, compassionate, and technologically advanced treatments to ensure your child’s dental health is promptly restored.
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What Qualifies as a Pediatric Dental Emergency?
When your child experiences a dental emergency, it’s crucial to know what constitutes an urgent situation. Common emergencies include severe toothaches, knocked-out teeth, fractured teeth, and injuries to the gums, lips, and/or tongue. Severe toothaches can indicate cavities or infections that require immediate attention. A knocked-out permanent tooth needs urgent care to improve the chances of saving it, while a broken or fractured tooth can lead to further complications if not treated promptly. Injuries to the soft tissues of the mouth should also be examined quickly to prevent excessive bleeding and pain.
The Importance of Immediate Dental Care:
Prompt dental care is essential to prevent further complications and alleviate pain during a child’s dental emergency. Delaying treatment can lead to infections, increased discomfort, and more severe dental issues. At Moonflower Dentistry, we prioritize emergency cases to ensure your child receives the necessary care without delay. Our advanced technology, including digital radiographs and CBCT 3D scans, allows us to diagnose and treat dental emergencies efficiently. We also offer sedation options to make the experience as comfortable as possible for your child, minimizing anxiety and pain during procedures.
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What to Do During a Child’s Dental Emergency:
During a dental emergency, quick and appropriate action can make a significant difference. Listed below are some of the more common dental emergencies that children encounter:
Severe toothaches: To clean the area, rinse your child’s mouth with warm water and gently floss to remove any trapped food particles if they will not tolerate regular brushing. Give the appropriate dose of Children’s Ibuprofen at appropriate intervals, if your child is unable to take that medication OR the pain is not being remedied by Ibuprofen on it’s own then give the appropriate dose of Children’s Tylenol. If both medications are given be sure to alternate them every 4 hours. Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and contact Moonflower Dentistry for an immediate appointment.
Soft tissue injuries: These injuries are the most common and usually happen alongside other dental injuries.. Make sure to clean the area and apply pressure to stop bleeding, then use a cold compress and seek urgent professional help if bleeding persists.
Broken or chipped teeth: If a broken tooth occurs, first assess your child. If they are not in pain and the tooth looks relatively the same then contact Moonflower Dentistry during business hours for an appointment to further assess. If a tooth break is more severe and the child is in uncontrollable pain then rinse the mouth, and use a cold compress for swelling before seeking urgent care.
Avulsion (a knocked-out tooth):Avulsion of a permanent tooth is one of the most serious dental injuries. If your child experiences this injury be sure to rinse the tooth gently in milk, saline, or saliva; use care not to touch root with fingers (do NOT scrub the tooth!). If possible, replant the knocked-out tooth. If unable to replant the tooth, place it in physiologic storage medium (milk, saliva, saline). Seek immediate dental treatment with Moonflower Dentistry. Time is of the essence in these injuries.
Emergency? Schedule Your Urgent Pediatric Dental Appointment Now!
For swift, professional emergency pediatric dentistry, trust the experts at Moonflower Dentistry in Pacific Grove, CA. Don’t let dental emergencies disrupt your child’s life—contact us to schedule an urgent appointment and experience our top-tier care firsthand. Your child’s healthy smile is just a phone call away!