Pediatric Dental Emergencies in Midland TX: Crucial Steps to Protect Your Smile
When dental emergencies in Midland TX happen, West Texas Pediatric Dentistry is here to provide swift, compassionate care for your child.
- Swift, compassionate emergency care
- Treat dental & sports injuries
- Assess teeth and soft-tissue damage
- Use digital imaging for quick diagnosis
- Prioritize emergencies to relieve pain & protect teeth
Recognizing Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies in Midland TX

Common Dental Emergencies
Toothache
- Rinse with warm water & gently floss.
- Use a cold compress for swelling.
- Never place aspirin directly on the tooth or gums.
Knocked-Out Tooth
- Permanent tooth: Hold by the crown, gently rinse, and reinsert if possible.
- If unable to reinsert, place in milk or tooth-saving solution.
- Baby tooth: Do not reinsert.
Chipped or Broken Tooth
- Rinse with warm water.
- Save any broken pieces.
- Use a cold compress for swelling.
Dental Abscess
- May appear as a swollen, painful bump on the gums.
- Rinse with warm saltwater.
- Do not pop or squeeze.
Soft-Tissue Injury
- Apply gentle pressure with clean gauze.
- Use a cold compress for swelling.
Your Trusted Pediatric Emergency Dental Care
- We provide prompt, expert care for pediatric dental emergencies.
- Our team creates a calm, reassuring experience for your child.
- Contact our Pediatric office immediately for dental emergencies.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Closed
West Texas Pediatric Dentistry
3306 Andrews Hwy
Midland, TX 79703