Accidents happen—and when they involve your child’s teeth, it can be both scary and confusing. Dental trauma refers to any injury to the teeth, gums, lips, or surrounding oral structures, usually caused by falls, sports injuries, or sudden impact to the face.
At Giggles & Grins Kids Dental Clinic, we specialize in handling pediatric dental emergencies with calm, kid-friendly care. Whether it’s a chipped tooth, a knocked-out baby tooth, or a fractured permanent tooth, timely evaluation and treatment can make a big difference.
We understand that children’s dental injuries are unique. Their teeth, jaw growth, and bite need special attention—not just a quick fix. Our airway-focused, function-first approach ensures not only recovery, but long-term oral health, aesthetics, and function.
Mother of Aathirai
My son had a fall in school and his tooth broke irregularly. We were very worried. Once we visited Giggles & Grins, The dentist gave the right options to choose from. His alignment and broken tooth both are fixed restoring his confidence too!!
Mother of Adhyant
My son fractured his front tooth and was in pain. Timely intervention by the dentist at Giggles & Grins saved his tooth from a root canal and also restored his smile and confidence
Mother of Abhijai
My daughter had injured her lips and teeth in a fall. We were panicked and tensed. the dentist reassured us and guided on phone the first aid care immediately. when we visited Giggles & grins, my daughter loved the play area and also was very comfortable through out the check up. We are on routine follow ups with them!
Father of Bindumalini
we are very happy with the services of Giggles & Grins. The dentist's empathetic and kind nature is commendable. We love their holistic approach and is our go to kids dentist!!
Father of Devisri
Dental trauma in children can happen suddenly — during sports, playtime, falls, or accidents. Knowing what to do in the first few minutes can make a big difference in saving your child’s tooth and preventing long-term problems.
1. Stay Calm and Comfort Your Child
Your calm presence will help your child feel reassured. Check for other injuries first, especially if there was a head impact, before focusing on the mouth.
2. Stop the Bleeding
If there’s bleeding, gently rinse the mouth with clean water. Apply gentle pressure with a clean gauze or soft cloth to the affected area until bleeding stops.
3. Locate the Tooth or Fragment
If a permanent tooth has been completely knocked out (avulsed), pick it up by the crown (the white part), not the root. Avoid scrubbing it. If dirty, gently rinse with milk or saline — not tap water.
4. Reposition or Store the Tooth
If possible, gently place the tooth back in its socket and have your child bite down softly on a cloth to hold it in place. If that’s not possible, store it in a small container of milk, saline, or your child’s saliva. Do not wrap it in tissue or let it dry out.
5. Seek Immediate Dental Care
Contact your pediatric dentist right away. Time is critical — for knocked-out permanent teeth, replanting within 30 minutes offers the best chance of survival.
6. Manage Pain and Swelling
Use a cold compress outside the mouth to reduce swelling. Over-the-counter pain relief (as advised by your dentist or pediatrician) may be given.
At Giggles & Grins, we believe that every child deserves dental care that is gentle, respectful and rooted in understanding their overall growth—not just their teeth.
We are a pediatric dental practice dedicated exclusively to caring for babies, children and teens from 0 to 18 years, with a strong focus on comfort, prevention and long-term wellbeing.
Empower your child with a confident smile that starts with optimal breathing, jaw growth, and oral function.
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My 4 year old daughter fell face down and her tooth got chipped off. We rushed her to Giggles & Grins, the dentist handled her so patiently and was very calm throughout the process. we are so grateful for their support