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Dental emergencies can be scary — especially for children and their parents. Whether it’s a broken tooth, a sudden toothache, or a dental injury from sports or play, our team is here to help you act quickly and calmly.
At Harrison Pediatric Dentistry, we offer same-day appointments for urgent dental needs whenever possible. If your child is in pain, we want to help right away.
We provide emergency pediatric dental care for families in Ross, Brookville, Okeana, and Bright, helping children get fast, compassionate treatment when it matters most. We also welcome families throughout the wider west-side Cincinnati area, where access to prompt emergency pediatric dental care can be limited.
Call us immediately if your child experiences:
Knocked-out tooth (baby or permanent)
Cracked, chipped, or broken tooth
Swelling in the mouth or signs of an abscess
Trauma to the mouth, lips, or gums
Broken or lost dental fillings or crowns
Toothache or sensitivity
Even if you’re unsure whether it’s an emergency, we encourage you to call. We’ll talk you through the situation and let you know the best next steps.
When your child is hurt or in pain, a few quick steps can make a real difference. Here is what to do for the most common emergencies, and remember, you can always call us first and we will talk you through it.
Here are a few tips for managing dental emergencies at home:
Toothache: Rinse with warm water and use a cold compress. Do not place aspirin on the gums.
Knocked-out tooth: Keep the tooth moist (in milk or saliva) and bring it with you. Act quickly.
Chipped tooth: Save the fragment, rinse the mouth, and apply a cold compress.
Swelling or abscess: Rinse with salt water and call us right away.
Dental emergencies are tough — especially when your child is in pain. That's why our team is trained to handle urgent situations with a calm, comforting approach. We’ll explain everything in kid-friendly language, ease your child’s fears, and work efficiently to relieve discomfort.
While not all dental injuries can be avoided, we offer preventive guidance to help protect your child’s smile, including:
Custom mouthguards for sports
Routine checkups to catch issues early
Patient education on oral hygiene and habits
Depending on the situation, follow-up treatment may be needed, including options like restorative care.
A: Anything involving a knocked-out tooth, a broken tooth, ongoing pain, swelling, or a mouth injury. If you are unsure, call us. We would rather help you decide than have you wait and worry.
A: For an adult tooth, handle it by the crown, keep it moist in milk or back in the socket, and call us immediately. For a baby tooth, do not reinsert it, and call us to check the area.
A: Yes. We keep room for urgent needs and offer same-day visits whenever possible. If your child is in pain, call us and we will get you in fast.
A: Call the office line for guidance. For severe injuries, heavy bleeding, or facial swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest emergency room.
Our team is here to provide the care and support your child needs.