Dental Emergencies – What Qualifies

Is your child’s toothache a dental emergency, or just part of the growing process? Many parents are unsure about how to handle dental problems and when they need to call for emergency care. At Pediatrics on Park, we want you to feel confident about your child’s oral health, and as such, we want you to know what constitutes a visit to the emergency dentist in South Plainfield, NJ.

Knocked-Out Tooth

A knocked-out tooth may be a dental emergency, but it depends on where your child’s development is. If the tooth is a baby tooth and the adult tooth is close to emerging, we may not need to do anything. However, if it’s an adult tooth or if it is a baby tooth that has a long time before it will naturally fall out, we may need to reinsurt it or place a crown. Bringing your child to see us quickly will help us make the right choice in a timely manner.

Extreme Pain

Extreme oral pain is often more than just a cavity or an adult tooth erupting. It can indicate an abscess, which is a more serious dental infection. If your child is complaining of consistent pain in their teeth or mouth, make sure you bring them to see the emergency dentist in South Plainfield, NJ, as quickly as possible to take appropriate action.

Object Between Teeth

If your child has an object lodged between their teeth, and you can’t get it out, you need to bring them to Pediatrics on Park as quickly as possible. Not only is this extremely uncomfortable, but it can open the door to infection and other problems.

Facial or Jaw Injuries

Finally, if your child has an injury to the face or jaw, you’ll want them to be seen right away. It’s often the dentist that will be the most helpful in ensuring the injury doesn’t cause long-term damage to the child’s teeth and jaw.

If you have a dental emergency with your child, don’t hesitate. Reach out to our team today to get help.