What is considered a dental emergency?

If your child has prolonged bleeding, severe tooth pain, active infection, or requires immediate treatment to save a damaged or knocked-out tooth, we consider it a dental emergency.

Do emergency dentists cost more?

Our emergency pediatric dental services are provided at no additional cost.

Is a tooth abscess a dental emergency?

A tooth abscess is, without a doubt, a serious dental emergency. Aside from the excruciating pain that an abscessed tooth causes, this sort of infection can have severe consequences if left untreated, as it can spread to other areas of the body. Call us immediately if you suspect your child has a tooth abscess.

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Urgent Pediatric Dental Care in Gaithersburg

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Dream Smiles Pediatric Dentistry of Gaithersburg provides emergency pediatric dental services in Gaithersburg, MD. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call 301-327-1003.

When you call our office during regular business hours with a dental emergency, our team will give immediate attention to your child's needs and schedule an appointment for them as soon as possible.

If our office is closed, please call us and follow the instructions provided. Your message will be returned as soon as possible by one of our team members. In the event of a serious or life-threatening emergency, dial 911 or take your child to the nearest emergency room.

Here are instructions on how to handle some of the most common pediatric dental emergencies.

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Instructions for Handling Common Dental Emergencies

Please contact our office as soon as possible so that we can begin preparing for your child's visit. Rinse the tooth with water while holding it by the crown (never touch the root) to remove any dirt or debris. For the best chances of saving the tooth, push it back into the socket and have your child bite down on a piece of sterile gauze to hold it in place until their appointment. If this isn't possible, place the tooth in a cup of milk or saliva and bring it to our office.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pediatric Dental Emergencies

In general, we advise against going to the emergency room unless there is uncontrollable bleeding or when dental injuries are accompanied by other serious medical issues, such as when a child has suffered facial injuries after an accident. Although emergency rooms can provide pain relief and antibiotics if your child has a tooth infection, they do not always have dentists on staff, so you will still need to bring your child to our office for dental care.

Protecting your child's dental health and child's oral health starts with caring for your child's teeth, preventing tooth decay, avoiding sugary foods, and building good oral hygiene habits. Whether you're dealing with dental pain, broken teeth, dental trauma, or other oral health problems, our pediatric dentist and dental office offer comprehensive dental care with a personalized treatment plan. For emergency dental needs, seek emergency care, gently rinse the area, protect the gum tissue, and follow our recommended next steps. We help patients reduce discomfort, lower the risk of complications, and restore oral health with the best care. We also educate parents about contact sports safety while maintaining a strong focus on comprehensive dental care.

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