TOOTHACHE

 

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

 

WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR TOOTHACHE

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • Your child looks or acts very sick.
  • Fever is present.
  • Face is swollen.  
  • Severe pain.

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think your child needs to be seen.
  • Toothache present for more than 24 hours.
  • Brown cavity visible in the painful tooth.
  • Red or yellow lump present at the gumline of the painful tooth.

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

  • You have other questions or concerns.

Parent Care at Home If

  • Mild toothache present less than 24 hours and you don't think your child needs to be seen.

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Pediatric SelfCareNavigator. Copyright © 2000-2004 Barton Schmitt, M.D. FAAP

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 7/2002

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