Emergency Treatment

We provide prompt, compassionate care in a child-friendly environment. From toothaches to injuries, your child receives quick, gentle treatment for peace of mind.
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Immediate Emergency Dental Care

Dental emergencies can be stressful, but we’re here to provide prompt, compassionate care when your child needs it most. Our expert team handles everything from toothaches to dental injuries with a kid-friendly approach that keeps your child calm and comfortable.
If your child is experiencing a dental emergency, call us immediately for guidance.
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What to Do in a Dental Emergency

Knowing the right steps to take can make all the difference. Here is a quick guide for common dental emergencies.
  1. Remain calm. Find the tooth and pick it up by the chewing surface (do not touch the root).
  2. If possible, rinse the tooth with saline or water and gently reinsert it into the socket. Have your child bite on a clean cloth to hold it in place.
  3. If you cannot reinsert it, place the tooth in a small cup of milk or saline.
  4. Call us and we will arrange a time to meet you at the office.
  1. Rinse your child’s mouth with warm water.
  2. Apply a cold compress or popsicle to the outside of the cheek to reduce swelling.
  3. If you find the broken tooth fragment, place it in milk or saline and bring it with you.
  4. Contact our office right away.
  1. Have your child rinse their mouth with warm salt water.
  2. Gently floss to ensure no food is trapped.
  3. Apply a cold compress to the outside of the cheek if there is swelling. Do not place heat on the area.
  4. Call us to schedule an appointment, even if the pain subsides.
  1. Apply firm, direct pressure to the bleeding area with a clean cloth.
  2. If there is swelling, use a cold compress or offer a popsicle.
  3. If bleeding does not stop, go to an urgent care clinic or emergency room.
ToothSOS is a free, easy-to-use app developed by the International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) to help parents and caregivers respond to dental emergencies. The app provides step-by-step, expert-validated guidance for managing dental injuries – such as knocked-out, broken, or displaced teeth – before you can see a dentist. Available for free on Apple and Android devices.
 
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Our Approach to Emergency Care

We are fully equipped to handle your child’s emergency with speed and compassion.
  • Immediate, Compassionate Care: We prioritize dental emergencies to provide fast, effective treatment.
  • Calming, Child-Friendly Approach: Our team is trained to ease stress and anxiety in children.
  • Advanced Technology: We use modern tools to ensure precise, efficient, and comfortable care.
  • Comfort-Focused Sedation: We offer Nitrous Oxide and Oral Sedation for a relaxed, pain-free experience.
  • Highest Safety Standards: Our practices meet or exceed all dental health and safety guidelines.

Why Trust Zionsville Pediatric Dentistry?

In an emergency, you need a team you can count on. We specialize in treating children with gentle, reassuring care to ease anxiety and restore their smiles quickly. From the moment you call to the completion of treatment, we are your partners in ensuring your child receives the best care possible.