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What is emergency dental care?

Dental emergencies can be scary, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether your child has a knocked-out tooth, facial trauma, a chipped tooth, or sudden pain, we’re here to help with same-day appointments and compassionate care. At Shiny Happy Smiles, we act quickly and calmly to assess injuries, ease discomfort, and guide you through the next steps. We also take the time to explain what’s happening and how to prevent future issues, so you can feel confident in your child’s care. Our team is trained in trauma management and child-specific sedation options, making even stressful situations feel more manageable.

Why choose us for emergency dental care?

Same-day relief when it matters most

We offer same-day appointments for urgent dental concerns, helping your child feel better fast and reducing long-term complications.

Child-focused trauma care

Our team is experienced in managing dental trauma in young patients using calm communication, kid-friendly tools, and a space designed to ease fear.

Clear answers and guidance

You’ll know what’s going on, what to do next, and what to watch for. No guesswork or rushed decisions.

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What you can expect
from start to finish

1

Call us right away

If your child has an injury or is in pain, call our office immediately. We’ll talk you through what to do in the moment, let you know if a same-day visit is needed, and prep the team for your arrival.

2

Gentle exam and diagnosis

Once you arrive, we’ll assess your child’s injury in a calm, supportive way. Whether it’s a knocked-out tooth, chipped enamel, or an abscess, we’ll gather all the information we need to make a plan using digital X-rays and gentle visual exams.

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Personalized treatment

We’ll address the issue promptly, whether that means placing the tooth back, cleaning a wound, applying silver diamine fluoride, or planning a follow-up. If your child is anxious or in pain, we’ll talk through sedation options to keep things comfortable.

4

Follow-up care and prevention

We won’t just fix the issue and send you on your way. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of the next steps and personalized guidance for avoiding future injuries, like how to handle sports protection or when to schedule a re-check.

Have questions? We've got answers.

Stay calm. If it’s a permanent tooth, gently rinse it with water (don’t scrub) and try to place it back in the socket, or store it in milk. Call us right away so we can see you the same day. If it’s a baby tooth, do not try to reinsert it. Just call our office and we’ll guide you from there.

Common emergencies include knocked-out teeth, cracked or chipped teeth, abscesses or facial swelling, oral trauma from a fall or injury, and severe or unexplained pain. If you're unsure whether something is urgent, call us and we’re happy to advise.

Yes. We offer a range of comfort-first approaches and only use sedation when needed. If your child is calm and cooperative, we may not need sedation at all. If anxiety or pain are present, we’ll walk you through safe and gentle options, including nitrous oxide or general anesthesia if necessary.

Still have questions? Give us a call!

Call (727) 610-7530

Stories from parents like you

Love this dentist! My kids always look forward to their appointments. Honestly would not take them anywhere else!!

Raizel T.

The entire staff is so friendly and professional.  I have an anxious child and they do a great job at calming her down to get her teeth clean and cared for!

Jennifer B.

Our experience is always good. Dr Josh, Ashley, and the entire staff are excellent with children. They even went the extra mile to accommodate us during our visit.  It's hard to get good service in any field these days. So, I am happy to leave this review.

Cornelius B.

Dr Josh and his team are A+! We’re honored to be able to be a part of this practice family and are so grateful for the care that they share with our kids. Finding a dentist that you trust is important— you won’t go wrong with this great practice!

Clay M.

The entire team here is amazing! Tiffany gave me great advice that completely changed the way we floss for my 5 year old. Flossing is now easy! Dr. Joshua has also been great . He is so gentle and knowledgeable. I feel so blessed to have my children here.

Ashley P.

From scheduling to check out was so smooth and stress free! All the staff were super sweet and you can tell they love kids. Thank Alexandria, Catrina and Dr Josh for being gentle, patient and compassionate to my daughter and a 1st time mom❤️

Dahmaris D.

Dr. Josh and Ashley were AMAZING!! Extremely patient and they talked my daughter through the whole procedure. In and out and she left with a huge smile because it was painless. Hands down A+ and highly recommended!!

Michelle G.

"Dr. Josh doesn't treat you like just another person in his chair. We've developed a nice relationship and it's just really important to be able to know that we're being taken care of really well."

Anna
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