Pediatric Emergency Dentist – Newark, CA
Urgent Dental Care for Kids in Need
Dental emergencies wouldn’t occur in an ideal world. Sadly, they’re all too common here in the real one – too many panicked parents and frightened kids. We at Newpark Mall Family Dental Group respond to them with our urgent dental care. Through this 24-hour pediatric emergency dentistry in Newark, our dental team works fast to check your child, ease their pain, and address their issue. This approach allows them to walk away with a happier, damage-free smile. So, please do call us if your child needs urgent help for a dental injury.
Why Choose Newpark Mall Family Dental Group for Pediatric Emergency Dentistry?
- Three High-Quality Dental Sedatives Available
- Dental Insurance is Highly Welcome
- Pediatric Dentists with Many Years of Experience
How We Handle Dental Emergencies
The first step to take is to call our office. Once we know the situation, our dental team will quickly work to get your child in, locate the problem, and stop their pain. We’ll analyze our findings and develop a treatment plan after taking digital X-rays of your kid’s smile. Based on our suggestions, we’ll then review our plan to address the problem. Your child will end treatment with a smile that looks and feels brand-new.
The Most Common Dental Emergencies
While you may not recognize a real dental emergency, the crucial thing is to know if your child has mouth pain. If they do have such aches, call a member of our dental team right away. It’s best to take a safe approach when it comes to your little one’s dental health. From there, keep in mind the most common injuries we treat in-house:
Keys to Preventing Dental Emergencies
Even though you can’t always prevent dental injuries, you can reduce your child’s risk of dental infections, decay, and disease. Doing so means taking steps to safeguard your little one’s smile. Therefore, consider a few of the simple tips listed below. The following habits will minimize your youngster’s risk of a dental emergency:
- Ensure that they practice good oral hygiene at home
- Maintain their six-month dental checkups and teeth cleanings
- Have them wear a custom athletic mouthguard when playing sports
- Limit their snacking and make sure they eat healthy, nutrient-rich foods
- Monitor their lifestyles, with a special emphasis on preventing nail-biting, ice-eating, and smoking/vaping
Cost of Treating a Child’s Dental Emergencies
Usually, the cost of a child’s dental emergency varies by patient. We’ll need to see your little one before we can give you an exact estimate. Once we do, we’ll assess the problem’s severity and the type of restorative care needed. Our dental team can then confirm the cost of treatment. Still, never fear – we’ll review your dental plan (if you have one) and maximize your benefits. We’ll also go over our other payment options if you need further assistance to pay.
Pediatric Dental Emergency FAQs
What Does Throbbing Tooth Pain Mean?
Did your child share that they are experiencing a throbbing toothache? If so, you might be wondering what the root of the problem is. Although we can’t provide you with an answer without conducting an exam, we can tell you that the three common culprits are decay, a crack, or an infection. For that reason, scheduling an appointment with our Newark dental team is of the utmost importance. The sooner your child gets to our office, the sooner we can pinpoint the problem and alleviate their pain.
Will a Toothache Go Away on Its Own?
You might be surprised to hear that a toothache can subside. However, that’s not the good news you think it is. If an infection is left alone, it will eventually “kill” the nerve of your child’s tooth, rendering it unable to register pain. While their pain may be gone, the root of the problem is still there; it’s only a matter of time until their surrounding teeth and gums are negatively impacted too. For all of those reasons, we recommend scheduling an emergency appointment for your child when their symptoms first surface.
Should I Visit the Emergency Room First for Dental Emergencies?
The ER shouldn’t be where you go for toothaches, dental sensitivity, and the like. If, however, your child has fractured their jaw, they are bleeding uncontrollably, or they are having trouble breathing, then you should absolutely take them to the hospital. Once they’ve received medical attention, you can bring them to our office for the necessary dental care.
Should I Worry About a Chipped Tooth If It Doesn’t Hurt?
A chipped tooth warrants a visit to our office, even if your child isn’t in pain. That’s because the tooth cannot regenerate on its own. Plus, depending on how significant the damage is, the tooth may be at risk of breaking further or developing an infection, and we want to prevent both from happening.
What If I Can’t Afford Emergency Dentistry?
For many patients, the thought of receiving a large, unexpected bill incites anxiety. To prevent that from happening to our patients and their families, we provide transparent pricing and offer two financial solutions: dental insurance and flexible financing. A helpful member of our team will help you navigate the ins and outs of each so you can find the solution that works best for you and your budget.
Important note: Tooth decay, damaged restorations, and other common dental injuries will only get worse with time. That’s why we recommend bringing your child in for an emergency exam when you first notice abnormal symptoms, like pain when biting down. The sooner we see them, the sooner we can catch and treat the root of the problem, which will save you money in the long run.
What Does Chronic Bad Breath Mean?
If your child is struggling with chronic bad breath, it may be the result of their oral hygiene regimen. So, make sure that they are brushing and flossing consistently. It’s also important that they clean their tongue and avoid pungent foods, like pickled onions. If you’ve tried everything and the odor persists, then schedule an appointment with us so we can make sure tooth decay or something similar isn’t the root of the problem.
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