Contact your pediatric dentist as soon as possible The baby tooth should not be replanted because of the potential for subsequent damage to the developing permanent tooth Treatment should be directed to infection control and pain management

Find the tooth and holding it by the crown (avoid touching the root) rinse it gently under cold water Do not scrub or clean the tooth with soap If possible, replace the tooth into the socket immediately and hold it there with sterile gauze or a clean washcloth If you cannot place the tooth back into the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with cold milk, saliva, or water (in that order) Get to the pediatric dental office immediately Call ahead to announce your arrival or call the emergency number if it’s after hours Time is of the essence: the faster you act, the greater your chances of saving the tooth

Contact your pediatric dentist immediately Quick action can save the tooth, prevent infection, and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment Rinse the mouth with water and apply a cold compress to reduce swelling If you can find the broken tooth fragment, place in a container or cold milk or water and bring it with you to the dental office

Your child needs immediate medical attention! A severe head injury can be life threatening Keep in mind that an emergency medical team may be able to reach you faster than you can get to a hospital

Call and visit your pediatric dentist promptly To comfort your child, rinse the mouth with water Over-the-counter children’s pain medication dosed accordingly to your child’s age and weight might be helpful You may apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth to the face in the area of pain Do not apply heat or administer aspirin!

Your child’s risk for dental injuries can be reduced by following a few simple suggestions: Reduce risk of severe head or oral injury in sports by wearing protective gear, including a mouthguard Always use a car seat for young children and require seat belts for everyone else in the car Childproof your home to prevent falls and electrical injuries Regular dental checkups provide your pediatric dentist with an opportunity to discuss additional age-appropriate preventative strategies

Nitrous oxide: Nitrous oxide is a gas, and is commonly known as happy gas or laughing gas. Giving nitrous oxide is a way to help reduce a child’s pain and anxiety during dental treatment . The gas is given through a small nosepiece, and your child will be awake throughout the procedure. Moderate sedation w/ pre-medication: Oral moderate sedation is a form of conscious sedation we may recommend to ensure your child will have a comfortable experience each time you visit our office. Administered in liquid form, oral sedation is simple and easy to use. Because oral moderate sedation is a form of conscious sedation, your child will remain awake during the treatment, but they will feel more relaxed and at ease. IV sedation: This involves intravenous (IV) medications to help your child sleep through the procedure. While your child may still move a little and sometimes make noises, he or she may not be able to breathe well on his or her own. We work with an anesthesia group for this form of sedation. Dr. Stacey performs dental treatment while an anesthesiologist delivers sedation and monitors your child’s heart rate, heart rhythm, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation (breathing) during the procedure and until he or she wakes up. Separation of duties between the doctors ensures your child’s safety and comfort.