If your child chips a tooth and there is no pain, it can often wait until the next available appointment. However, if the chip is significant and they complain of pain and/or swelling, we need to see them as soon as possible.
Tooth pain is a dental emergency, and patients of record can receive emergency dental care in Knoxville, TN, even after regular office hours. Note: This is only a benefit for patients of record.
While You Wait for Your Child’s Emergency Dental Visit
- Pain: Give your child an over-the-counter pain reliever if they are medically able to take one.
- Pain and Swelling: Apply an ice pack to the face periodically.
- Chewing Safety: Chewing on a cracked tooth can worsen the damage.
If your child sustains impact outside the mouth, it is important to visit your local ER immediately. You can contact us after they have been assessed and cleared.
Your Child’s Emergency Dental Visit
We take immediate measures to relieve your child’s discomfort and typically treat a cracked tooth with a dental crown, a protective tooth-shaped cover that fits over the tooth.
In some cases, your child may require advanced treatment, such as root canal therapy.
Where Can I Get Same-Day Emergency Dental Care in Farragut, TN?
We provide same-day dental care most of the time and offer after-hours care for patients of record. To get started, call us today.