If your child experiences a dental emergency, please call us right away at (936) 276-6133. For urgent care after hours, our emergency line is always open to support your family’s immediate needs. We’re committed to protecting your child’s dental health whenever it’s at risk. Below, you’ll find practical steps to handle common urgent dental situations. Consider keeping this guide on your refrigerator or near your emergency contact list for quick access.

Bitten Lip or Tongue

If your child bites their lip or tongue causing bleeding, gently rinse the area with water. Apply a cold compress—a cold, damp towel pressed firmly—to reduce swelling. Contact us so we can assess the severity and guide you through next steps.

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Object Stuck Between Teeth

If something is lodged between your child’s teeth, carefully use dental floss to remove it. Avoid using sharp or metal objects that could hurt the gums. If flossing doesn’t work, call us for advice.

Broken, Chipped, or Fractured Tooth

Should your child chip or break a tooth, have them rinse gently with warm water. Then, place a cold compress on the outside of the mouth to ease swelling. Try to find and save any broken tooth pieces. Contact us immediately for urgent care.

Knocked-Out Tooth

If a tooth has been knocked out, find it and rinse it carefully with water—no soap—holding only the crown (the visible part). Keep the tooth moist by placing it in a clean container with milk. Call us right away or proceed to the hospital; prompt action can save the tooth.

Loose Tooth

A tooth that’s very loose should be removed to prevent your child from accidentally swallowing or inhaling it.

Toothache

When your child complains of a toothache, rinse their mouth with warm water and check for stuck food. Use a cold compress to soothe pain. Avoid heat, aspirin, or topical painkillers directly on gums as these may cause harm. Oral children’s pain relievers are safer. Please schedule an appointment promptly.

Broken Jaw

Suspected broken jaws require immediate attention. Apply a cold compress to reduce swelling and call our emergency number or go to the hospital. Since a broken jaw often results from a blow to the head, be alert for signs of serious injury.

Preventing Dental Injuries

You can help prevent emergencies by child-proofing your home to minimize falls, discouraging chewing on hard items like ice or popcorn kernels, and always using car seats or seat belts appropriately. For young athletes, a custom-fitted mouthguard from Mor Smiles 4 Kids offers excellent protection. Regular brushing, flossing, and dental visits also keep toothaches at bay.