Children's Dental Emergency Care in Fairfax, VA
When your kid is in pain, you don't have time to wait. And you don't have to. We see kids same-day for dental emergencies.
Kids Have Dental Emergencies Too. We're Ready.
You Don't Need a Pediatric Dentist for a Dental Emergency
When a tooth gets knocked out at practice or a filling falls out on a Saturday, you need someone who can see your child today. We handle pediatric dental emergencies in-house, same-day, and we're open seven days a week including most holidays. Once the emergency is handled, if your child needs ongoing pediatric care, we'll point you toward a dedicated pediatric dentist for routine cleanings and checkups.
We Know How to Work With Kids
A dental emergency is already stressful. We keep things calm, move at a pace your child can handle, and explain everything before we do it, both to the parent and to the kid. Dr. Johnson and Dr. Bonner have a way of making nervous patients feel safe, and that goes double for little ones.
Here's When to Call Us Right Away
Call us immediately if your child has a knocked-out permanent tooth, severe tooth pain, a broken tooth with a sharp edge, swelling in the jaw or face, or a dental injury from a fall or accident. The sooner we see them, the better the outcome. For a knocked-out permanent tooth, the best window to save the tooth is the first 30 minutes.
What counts as a children's dental emergency?
A children's dental emergency includes a knocked-out tooth, severe tooth pain, a broken or cracked tooth, a dental abscess, swelling in the face or jaw, or any dental injury from a fall or accident. If your child is in pain or something doesn't look right, call us. We'd rather you call and find out it's minor than wait on something that needs treatment.
How much does a children's emergency visit cost in Fairfax?
Your child's emergency visit is $250, which covers the full exam and X-rays. If additional treatment is needed, we'll walk you through the cost before anything starts. No surprises. Financing options are available, and we see uninsured patients every day.
What should I do if my child knocks out a tooth?
If it's a permanent tooth, pick it up by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently with water, and try to place it back in the socket or keep it in a container of milk. Call us immediately and we'll guide you through next steps. If it's a baby tooth, don't try to put it back. Save it if you want to keep it and bring your child in same-day so we can check the gum and the permanent tooth underneath.
Do you use laughing gas for kids?
Yes. Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) is safe, effective, and takes the edge off for kids who are nervous or in pain. It wears off quickly, so your child can go back to their normal day right after the appointment.
Children's Emergency Dental Care
➔ Same-day pediatric emergency appointments
➔ Open 7 days a week, most holidays
➔ We see kids from 6 months and up
➔ Laughing gas available
➔ Calm, kid-friendly approach
➔ Phones answered 24/7
Questions Parents Ask Us
My child is terrified of the dentist. Can you still help?
Absolutely. We see anxious kids all the time (and anxious parents too). We move slowly, explain everything, and never push a child further than they're comfortable. Laughing gas is always an option, and our team has a lot of experience making nervous kids feel safe.
Do you only see kids for emergencies?
Mostly, yes. We focus on pediatric emergency care and compliant cases (kids who can cooperate with treatment). For routine pediatric checkups and cleanings, we recommend finding a dedicated pediatric dentist. But when something goes wrong and you need help today, we're here.
What if my child needs more treatment after the emergency is handled?
We'll let you know exactly what we found and what follow-up care is recommended. If it's something we can handle in-house, we'll get it scheduled at our main site, dentcarenow.com. If your child needs specialized pediatric care, we'll point you in the right direction.
