Pediatric Dental Emergencies
Calm, Supportive Care When You Need It Most
Accidents happen. Especially with children. If your child experiences a dental emergency, we are here to help guide you calmly and quickly.
At Little Dental Studio, we provide gentle, supportive care and clear guidance during urgent situations. Your child’s comfort and safety are always our priority.
When to Call Our Office
Please contact us right away if your child experiences:
• a tooth injury or trauma
• swelling of the face or gums
• a broken, chipped, or displaced tooth
• a knocked-out tooth
• persistent dental pain
• bleeding that does not stop
If the emergency occurs after hours, our on-call provider can be reached by calling the office and leaving a message. We will return your call as soon as possible.
Swelling or Infection
Swelling of the face, jaw, or gums can be a sign of infection and should be evaluated promptly. If facial swelling is visible or your child is experiencing fever or difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical care.
If you are unsure, call us — we are happy to help you decide the next best step.
Tooth Injuries
If your child chips, breaks, or injures a tooth, contact us as soon as possible. In many cases, prompt care can help preserve the tooth and prevent further complications.
For knocked-out baby teeth, do not attempt to place the tooth back. Please call our office so we can evaluate the area.
For knocked-out permanent teeth, time is critical. If possible, gently place the tooth back into the socket or keep it moist in milk and call us immediately.
Toothaches
Ongoing dental pain is never normal. If your child has a persistent toothache, contact our office so we can evaluate and provide relief. In the meantime, gentle rinsing and age-appropriate pain medication may help manage discomfort.
A Supportive, Judgment-Free Approach
Emergencies can be stressful...for children and parents alike.
There is no judgment here.
No lectures.
Just calm guidance and care.
We are here to support you and your child through urgent situations with compassion and clarity.
Emergency Pediatric Dentist in Northern Virginia
If you believe your child is experiencing a dental emergency, please call our office so we can guide you.
And if at any time you feel your child’s condition is serious or life-threatening, seek emergency medical care immediately.
