What Should I Do in a Pediatric Dental Emergency? Parent Guide

A friendly male dentist performing a checkup on a young boy in a bright clinic, illustrating what to expect during a pediatric dental emergency visit

In a pediatric dental emergency, stay calm, assess your child’s injury, and call a pediatric dentist immediately. For a knocked-out permanent tooth, place it in milk and get to the dentist within 30 minutes for the best chance of saving it. For severe pain, give an age-appropriate pain reliever and call for a same-day appointment. […]