
What is a dental emergency?
A dental emergency is any situation that requires immediate attention to relieve severe pain, save a tooth, or stop ongoing tissue bleeding. At The Little Smile Loft, we're equipped to handle pediatric dental emergencies with same-day care and expertise.
Severe toothache or dental pain
Knocked-out or loosened tooth
Cracked or broken tooth

The Emergency Dentistry Process
Here’s what you can expect.
Immediate Response
When you contact us with an emergency, our team provides immediate guidance over the phone and arranges for prompt in-office care. We'll walk you through steps to take before arriving and prepare our team for your child's specific needs.
Thorough Assessment
Upon arrival, we quickly assess your child's condition using advanced imaging if necessary. Our kid-friendly approach helps keep your child calm while we determine the best course of action.
Gentle Treatment
Our team explains each step to both you and your child, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and informed throughout the process.
What Makes Us Different
Your child should feel safe and empowered at the dentist, so we take a gentle approach everywhere we can. This method eases your child's immediate concerns but also helps build positive associations with dental care for the future.
Dental emergencies can't wait, which is why we offer same-day in-person or virtual appointments for urgent cases. You can expect our team to calmly and efficiently address emergencies with problem-focused exams, so your child can get back to smiling. Don't let dental issues escalate – reach out to us immediately for swift, expert care tailored to your child's needs.
For children who are anxious, require special needs care, or have a complex emergency procedure, we offer safe sedation options. From nitrous oxide to oral conscious sedation, we tailor our approach to your child's specific needs and comfort level and medical complexity. The highest safety standards are always our top priority, and a stress-free experience comes closely after. Let's discuss how our sedation options can make your child's emergency dental visit as comfortable as possible.

See If We Accept Your Insurance
We're in-network with most PPO plans and want to make your child's care as accessible as possible. Take a quick moment to check your coverage – it's the first step towards a healthier smile!
Frequently Asked Questions
If your child knocks out a tooth, stay calm and follow these steps:
- Locate the tooth and pick it up by the crown (not the root).
- If it's a permanent tooth, gently rinse it with milk or saline solution (don't scrub or use water).
- If permanent, and if possible, try to reinsert the tooth into the socket. If not, place it in a container of milk or saliva.
- Contact us immediately for an emergency appointment. Time is crucial in saving a knocked-out tooth, so aim to see us within 30 minutes if possible.
This advice is primarily for permanent teeth; for baby teeth that fall out from trauma, it's best to not attempt reinsertion but still contact us promptly for guidance.
Preparing your child for a potential dental emergency can help reduce anxiety and ensure better outcomes. Here are some tips:
- Keep our emergency contact information easily accessible. We recommend saving our phone number: (206) 452-2200
- Maintain regular dental check-ups to prevent emergencies and help your child feel comfortable in the dental office.
- Create a small dental first-aid kit with gauze, a small container, and our contact information. Teach older children basic first-aid for dental issues.
Dr. Tiffany and our team at The Little Smile Loft are always here to guide you through any dental emergency with our child-friendly, technologically advanced approach.

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Your child deserves the very best. From their teeth to their confidence in every smile, we’re here to give your child a bright beginning to dental care. Get in touch with us today – we can’t wait to show you how fun and easy dentistry can be!