Is your child in pain right now?
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We can help today.
Don’t wait it out. Don’t drive to the ER for a tooth. Most pediatric dental emergencies are seen by our emergency dentist within 2 hours, and we’ll talk you through what to do on the phone before you even leave the house.
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ER or Dentist? Here's How to Decide.
For almost every dental emergency, an emergency dentist or pediatric dentist is faster, cheaper, and better-equipped than the ER. Here’s the exception list.
Call us first
Pediatric Dentist (us)
- Knocked-out tooth (we re-implant, ER doesn't)
- Severe tooth pain
- Broken or chipped tooth
- Dental abscess
- Lost filling or crown
- Bitten lip, tongue, cheek
Go to ER
Emergency Room
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Uncontrolled bleeding (15+ min)
- Possible jaw fracture
- Loss of consciousness from a fall/hit
- Swelling spreading to eye or neck
- High fever (102°F+) with dental swelling
Questions parents ask before booking
Can a knocked-out tooth be saved?
Yes. but time is critical. A knocked-out permanent tooth has the best chance of being saved if reinserted within 30 to 60 minutes. Pick it up by the crown, rinse with milk or saliva (not water), and either reinsert or store in cold milk while heading to the dentist. Knocked-out baby teeth are not re-implanted, but you should still call us to check the area.
Should I take my child to the ER or the dentist?
For tooth pain, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, or dental abscesses a pediatric dentist is faster and more effective. Go to the ER only if your child has difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, possible jaw fracture, loss of consciousness, or swelling spreading toward the eye, neck, or throat.
Do you offer same-day pediatric dental emergencies?
Yes. Cool Kid Dental holds same-day emergency slots open every weekday, and most pediatric dental emergencies are seen within 2 hours. We also have a weekend on-call line for urgent situations.
My child has facial swelling is that serious?
Yes. Facial swelling in children can indicate a dental infection that may spread quickly. Call (941) 841-1010 immediately. Apply a cold compress while you wait, and watch for fever, difficulty swallowing, or swelling spreading toward the eye or neck — if any occur, go to the ER while still calling us.
Don't wait. We're ready when you are.
Phone consultations are always free · Most kids seen within 2 hours · Weekend on-call line available