Health emergencies are always scary. When a health emergency occurs involving your teeth or gums, you may wonder what to do and who to call. At Jerger Pediatric Dentistry, we are here to help you during your child’s dental emergency.
Common dental emergencies include severe tooth pain, loss of a tooth, a cracked or broken tooth, trauma, swelling, bleeding, infection, and more.
With pediatric dentistry, dental emergencies often occur due to accidents or falls. Children are active and energetic. Children are also sometimes engaged in outdoor sports activities, which can raise their risk of dental injuries. Fortunately, our emergency dentist in Decatur, Illinois, Dr. Bret Jerger, is experienced in helping children and parents through dental emergencies calmly and safely.
What Should I Do If I Have A Dental Emergency in Decatur, IL?
If your child experiences what you believe to be a dental emergency, you should take the following steps:
- Contact our office for assistance.
We will be happy to talk with you over the phone to help you decide whether your child needs emergency dental care. We will ask you questions and try to ascertain whether it is 
an actual dental emergency. If it is a dental emergency, we will let you know how soon you can and should be seen by a dentist.
- Follow any instructions we give you on how to care for your child until you can reach the dentist.
We may provide you with instructions on how to best care for your child’s problem until you reach our dental office. Instructions may include using warm water to wash out your child’s mouth or applying gauze to severe bleeding.
Some issues, like a cavity or teething pain, may be painful but will not be considered an emergency situation.
Contact Your Dentist in Decatur, IL To Learn More
For dental emergencies in Decatur, IL, contact Jerger Pediatric Dentist. As a 62526 dentist, we are within easy driving distance of Decatur and surrounding areas for your convenience. Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment or with any questions.
If you call us after hours with a dental emergency, you can reach us using the emergency number provided on our voicemail.