Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

            Your child falling can be scary. While it is normal for a toddler to fall as they learn to walk, if they have hit their front tooth it may bleed. You may also notice they have hit hard enough to knock the tooth loose.   A low-sugar popsicle is a great way to help reduce swelling and to keep your little ones’ mind off of having fallen.             Take them to the dentist to make sure they have not caused any major damage to the tooth or mouth. If they do not have any pain, or it does not appear damaged, a regular check-up is fine. If your child is unusually fussy, or if the tooth is cracked or chipped, you’ll want to take them in right away. Dr. Fuller states, “Their fall may have caused nerve damage to the tooth requiring more extensive treatment.”               ...

If your child has fallen and chipped their tooth, it can be scary. Learn what your options are in order to improve their smile. Today’s technology allows for multiple options and ultimately it will depend upon where the chipped tooth is located. Here are three suggestions from pediatric dentist, Dr. Cameron Fuller.  If it is a baby tooth that is chipped it is usually recommended that it be left alone until it falls out. Another option is to have the dentist smooth the tooth and afterwards polish it. This is a viable option if the child feels sensitivity when eating and drinking. A filling can be utilized if the chip is too big to smooth. Dr. Fuller recommends using this option for permanent teeth where the chip is large. A crown may be done if the cracked portion of the tooth is larger and there is a risk of bacteria entering the pulp. A root canal may need to be done in order to clean out the infected area, and after a...