Dental injuries are common in kids—which should come as no surprise given how much running, climbing, and exploring they do! In fact, about 1 in 5 children under age six will experience dental trauma.
Paediatric dentists are uniquely trained to handle these situations, addressing both immediate needs and long-term concerns. Our team has years of experience managing dental trauma, understanding developing mouths, and working with young patients who may feel scared or upset.
If your child has suffered a dental injury or is dealing with complications afterward, you’re in the right place.
If your child has just injured themselves, they may need urgent care.
Contact us straight away if your child:
A rough fall can injure more than just teeth—it may also lead to serious head injury. Call your GP or take your child to the nearest emergency department immediately if they:
For less severe injuries, we advise following our three-step action plan:
Bumped teeth can be unpredictable in the long term, even if the initial bump appears harmless. Even small bumps can leave your child with complications down the track like grey teeth or infection. An appointment is required if:
Fractured teeth can seem quite alarming and they’re another common form of dental trauma.
The fracture can range from a tiny chip in the outer layer of the tooth to a deeper fracture that hits the nerve or the root.
Any fracture—big or small—will require a call and likely a trip to see us.
We all know baby teeth fall out, but there can be a lot of pain and tears if a baby tooth is knocked out before it starts to wiggle.
If your child knocks out a baby tooth (and you know for certain it’s a baby tooth), DO NOT reinsert it.
It’s best to call us so we can organise an appointment to see your child.
Be sure to bring the tooth with you so we can make sure there are no fragments still in the gum.
If your child knocks out an adult tooth, it’s considered a dental emergency. In this instance, you should act quickly to reinsert the tooth in the socket by following these step-by-step instructions.
Once you have the tooth held in position, call us or your local children’s hospital immediately for further help.
When you arrive at the clinic, we focus on calming your child and supporting you as the caregiver. We will use child-friendly language to explain the injury and treatment. If necessary, we can utilise sedation to make the process smoother and less stressful.
For baby teeth injuries, we consider the impact on the permanent teeth growing underneath, choosing between intervention and a conservative approach. For permanent teeth, we address immediate concerns like reimplanting knocked-out teeth, repositioning and stabilising displaced ones, and planning for potential long-term needs like root canal treatments.
Follow-up is a crucial part of the process and we’re here to provide you with support throughout. We will monitor how the injury is healing, check for signs of issues like discolouration or nerve damage, and adapt treatment as needed. We also track how the injury affects nearby teeth over time to ensure the best outcomes.
Most children handle the recovery process exceptionally well, proving far more resilient than we often anticipate.
Our priority is restoring normal eating, speaking, and playing while safeguarding the injured tooth.
Thanks to modern dental techniques, even severely injured teeth can often be saved and fully restored.
It’s natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions when your child experiences a dental injury. Mouths bleed a surprising amount—even the tiniest of cuts can produce a lot of blood, so it’s normal to feel some shock.
You may also worry about long-term effects, feel guilt about the accident, or feel anxious about your child’s pain.
Remember, dental injuries are incredibly common and often unavoidable. Our experienced team has seen it all and we’re here to provide reassurance, a clear treatment plan, and practical advice for care at home.
Together, we’ll help your child heal and get back to their vibrant self.
Our team of paediatric dental specialists, oral surgeon, and oral health therapists work together to deliver expert care for dental emergencies. With specialised training in children’s developing mouths, we focus on immediate treatment and long-term outcomes.
Our goal is to create a calm, positive experience—offering options like happy gas and distractions, such as watching an iPad. Our team will ensure your appointment runs quickly, smoothly and with minimal discomfort for your child.
If your child has suffered a dental injury, please call our reception team to discuss the timing for an appointment. We will take detailed information and may ask you to send photos so that we can triage the urgency of the injury and put your mind at ease wherever possible.
We’re here to guide you and your child with care and compassion at every step. We’ll explain what’s happening and the procedure thoroughly to you, help your child feel at ease and prepared and collaborate with other specialists for you.
