Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and when your child experiences tooth pain, injury, or trauma, you need immediate access to skilled pediatric dental care. At House of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we understand dental emergencies are stressful for both children and parents. Our experienced team provides prompt, compassionate emergency care designed to relieve pain, address urgent problems, and restore your child’s comfort as quickly as possible.
House of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics provides comprehensive emergency dental services designed specifically for children and teens. Our pediatric dentistry team is trained to handle urgent situations with gentle techniques and child-friendly approaches. We’re committed to providing immediate relief and effective treatment when your child needs emergency dental care.
Children can experience various types of dental emergencies, from minor injuries to severe trauma requiring immediate attention. Understanding common emergency situations helps parents respond appropriately and seek timely care.
Toothaches are among the most common dental emergencies in children and can indicate serious underlying problems such as deep cavities or infections. Dental trauma from falls, sports injuries, or accidents can result in chipped, cracked, or knocked-out teeth requiring prompt treatment. Swelling or abscesses around teeth or gums indicate infection that needs immediate attention to prevent spread to other areas. Objects stuck between teeth or orthodontic emergencies involving broken braces or wires also require professional care to prevent further complications.
The key to successful emergency treatment is seeking care quickly. Many dental emergencies become more serious if left untreated, so prompt professional evaluation is essential for the best outcomes.
Specialized training in managing anxious children during stressful emergency situations.
Effective techniques for quickly relieving discomfort and anxiety in pediatric patients.
Ability to address both immediate concerns and long-term oral health implications.
We’re equipped to handle a wide range of pediatric dental emergencies, from minor issues to complex trauma cases. Our team has the training and experience to provide appropriate care for children of all ages.
Severe toothaches often indicate infections or deep cavities that require immediate treatment to prevent complications. We can provide pain relief and address the underlying cause to restore your child’s comfort. Dental trauma including chipped, cracked, or knocked-out teeth requires prompt evaluation and treatment to save the tooth and prevent further damage. The American Dental Association recommends always keeping a knocked out tooth moist. If possible, place the tooth back into the socket without touching the root. If this is not possible you can place it between your cheek and gums.
Facial swelling or dental abscesses indicate serious infections that can spread if not treated promptly. We provide immediate treatment to control infection and prevent complications. Orthodontic emergencies involving broken braces, loose wires, or other appliance problems can cause discomfort and interfere with treatment progress.
Determine the severity of the emergency and provide appropriate first aid when needed.
Call immediately for guidance and to arrange urgent treatment when necessary.
Save any broken tooth fragments or knocked-out teeth for potential reattachment.
We understand emergency situations are stressful, and we’ve designed our emergency protocols to provide quick relief while keeping children comfortable. Our team responds promptly to urgent calls and can often accommodate same-day appointments for emergencies.
Upon arrival, we quickly assess your child’s condition and provide immediate pain relief when needed. Our team uses gentle techniques and child-friendly approaches to keep your child calm during treatment. We explain each step in age-appropriate language and involve parents in the treatment process. Emergency treatment focuses on addressing the immediate problem while considering long-term oral health implications. We may provide temporary treatment to stabilize the situation and schedule follow-up appointments for comprehensive care.
Our goal is to resolve the emergency quickly and effectively while minimizing trauma and anxiety for both children and parents.
Dr. Goodloe
Pediatric dentist with advanced training in emergency dental care and pediatric trauma management.
Our experienced team brings years of training in pediatric emergency dentistry and trauma management. We understand the unique challenges of treating children in emergency situations and provide compassionate care.
Is your child experiencing a dental emergency? House of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is here to provide prompt, effective emergency care when your child needs it most.
We understand dental emergencies can be frightening for both children and parents, and we’re dedicated to providing immediate relief and expert care. Our team is trained to handle urgent situations with gentle techniques and compassionate approaches that help children feel safe and comfortable. Contact us immediately if your child is experiencing dental pain, trauma, or other urgent dental problems.
Severe pain, dental trauma, swelling, or any situation causing significant discomfort requires immediate attention.
Contact our office first, as we can provide more appropriate care for most dental emergencies.
Keep the tooth moist, avoid touching the root, and contact our office immediately.
Most dental emergencies should be evaluated within 24 hours for optimal outcomes.
We provide emergency contact information and guidance for urgent situations outside office hours.
27220 Highway 290 Suite B
Cypress, TX 77433
Phone: 281-727-0511
Fax: 281-727-0512
Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and when your child experiences tooth pain, injury, or trauma, you need immediate access to skilled pediatric dental care. At House of Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we understand dental emergencies are stressful for both children and parents. Our experienced team provides prompt, compassionate emergency care designed to relieve pain, address urgent problems, and restore your child’s comfort as quickly as possible.
