When your toddler complains of mouth pain, you want to relieve it as soon as possible. Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry – Dr. Adolfo J Barrera, DDS is a leading pediatric practice serving San Jose that emphasizes baby and toddler teeth and how to care for them
Possible Causes of Toddler Oral Pain
- Tooth decay
- Emerging teeth
- Chipped or cracked tooth
- Mouth sore or cut
- Sinus pain or earache
- Large fragment of food between two teeth
Examine Your Child’s Mouth
First, take a look in their mouth. If you see swollen gums, it indicates the general area of the issue. A large red bump near the tooth root could indicate an abscess.
If there is swelling in the gums, take your toddler to a pediatric dentist immediately.
You may see a piece of food caught between two teeth. Use a string of floss or a floss pick to remove it. The pain may not go away immediately, but if this was the source, it should go away within a couple hours.
If your youngster has a cavity, you may or may not be able to see it. Our team at Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Adolfo J Barrera, DDS can locate small cavities or those hidden between two teeth.
Make an appointment with us in the unlikely event that your child has a cracked or chipped tooth.
If The Pain Is Caused By Teething
If your child has a runny nose and seems unusually irritable, they might be teething. A cold (not frozen) teething ring can help relieve the pain. You can also gently rub their gums with your finger. You can also let your youngster gnaw on a cold carrot or other hard vegetable. Make sure you monitor closely so they don’t bite off a chunk they can choke on.
Note that teething only causes a low-grade fever. If your youngster has a fever over 100 F or diarrhea, take them to a pediatrician right away.
Pediatric Dentist or Pediatrician?
To recap:
If you suspect the child’s tooth pain is caused by a cavity, abscess, or broken tooth, call us at Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry - Dr. Adolfo J Barrera, DDS to set up an appointment.
If you can’t see the source of the pain but your little one has a high fever, diarrhea, or swelling in the cheek, take them to your pediatrician ASAP.
At Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry, we take special care of our youngest patients and their parents. Scheduling twice-yearly exams at Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry in Campbell will ensure your child’s dental health.
Contact Dr. B Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Adolfo J Barrera, DDS:
408-871-2885
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
40 Jeffers Way
Campbell, California
95008