Get Directions(828) 277-6788Request AppointmentCOVID-19 Update .. Emergencies If your child has an accident, please call us as soon as possible 24 hours a day: (828) 277-6788 We will see your child immediately. The first 30 minutes after an accident are the most critical to treating dental trauma. Scenarios KNOCKED OUT PERMANENT TOOTH Find the tooth. Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root portion. You may briefly rinse the tooth with saline or milk, but DO NOT clean or handle the tooth unnecessarily. Inspect the tooth for fractures. If it is not broken, try to reinsert it in its socket. Have the patient keep the tooth in place by biting on gauze. If you cannot reinsert the tooth, transport the tooth in a cup containing milk. Time is critical. Seek immediate dental care! Note: Primary (baby) teeth are not generally replaced in the socket as this can damage the permanent tooth underneath, however, prompt care by a dentist is recommended. BROKEN TOOTH Rinse dirt from the injured area with warm water. Place a cold compress over the area of the injury. Locate and save any broken tooth fragments. Immediate dental attention is necessary. BROKEN BRACES AND WIRES If a broken appliance can be removed easily, take it out. If it cannot, cover the sharp or protruding portion with wax. If a wire is stuck in the gum, cheek or tongue, do not remove it. Take the patient to a dentist immediately. Asymptomatic loose or broken appliances do not usually require emergency attention. CUT OR BITTEN TONGUE, LIP OR CHEEK Rinse the mouth or area of injury with warm salt water or hydrogen peroxide diluted with water (50% water & 50% hydrogen peroxide). If the patient's lip or cheek is swollen, apply cold compresses. Take the patient to a dentist. TOOTHACHE Clean the area of the affected tooth thoroughly. Rinse the mouth vigorously with warm water or use dental floss to dislodge impacted food or debris. DO NOT place aspirin on the gum or on the aching tooth. If the patient's face is swollen, apply cold compresses. Take the patient to a dentist. Read more on Oral Care After Trauma Our schedule may be delayed in order to accommodate an injured child. Please accept our apologies in advance should this occur during your appointment. We would do the same if your child were in need of emergency treatment. © 2019 ASHEVILLE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 76 Peachtree Rd, Suite 100 Asheville, NC 28803 Phone: (828) 277-6788 Fax: (828) 277-6798 Contact Us SERVICES Solea Laser (“Healing Light”) Age One Dental Visit Cleaning & Prevention Digital X-Rays Fluoride Frenectomies Sealants Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Restorative Dentistry Extra Care for Anxious Children Other Specialty Services ABOUT US Smile With Us! Our Doctors Our Team CONNECT WITH US PAYMENT INFORMATION | PATIENT SAFETY & PRIVACY | PRIVACY POLICY | ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT HAPPINESS DELIVERED BY LEGWORK