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Emergency Dentistry
for Kids and Teens in Aventura, FL

When accidents or toothaches happen, Seal It with a Smile is here to provide quick, compassionate care that helps children feel better fast.

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What is Emergency Dentistry?

Dental emergencies can be scary—but you don't have to face them alone.

Whether your child has a severe toothache, chipped or broken tooth, dental injury after a fall, or another urgent dental concern, prompt treatment can relieve pain, prevent further damage, and protect their smile.

At Seal It with a Smile, we provide compassionate pediatric emergency dentistry to help your child feel comfortable, safe, and back to smiling as quickly as possible.

We're here for your dental emergencies

Prompt emergency treatment relieves pain, prevents complications, and helps your child return to normal activities with confidence. At Seal It with a Smile, we combine gentle care with advanced training to make emergencies less stressful for parents and kids alike.

Immediate pain relief

With same-day, after-hours, and even weekend appointments available for true emergencies, we quickly address discomfort so your child feels better right away.

Prevents further damage

Early treatment can save teeth, reduce infection risk, and protect your child’s long-term oral health.

Calms fear & anxiety

Our child-friendly environment and gentle approach help kids feel safe and supported during stressful situations.

Did you know...

If your child knocks out a permanent tooth, place it in milk (not water!) and call your dentist immediately.

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What to do in a dental emergency

1

Evaluate your child

If your child experiences a dental injury, it is important to first check for any signs of a concussion or head injury—including loss of consciousness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, or unusual behavior. If your child experiences any of these signs or symptoms, we recommend bringing them to the ER for further evaluation.

2

Try to control bleeding and take steps to reduce swelling and pain

Have your child bite on a gauze or paper towel to control bleeding. Tylenol and Motrin can be helpful to alleviate any pain following an injury.

3

Stay calm and call us

Children take their cues from parents – staying calm helps them feel safe. Call our office right away to explain the situation. We’ll let you know if your child needs to be seen immediately and give instructions to manage pain or bleeding at home.

4

Visit our office for an evaluation

Same-day appointments are often available, so your family gets the help without delay.

Common dental emergencies

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Toothaches

Persistent tooth pain may signal decay or infection that requires kids preventive dentistry treatment. We provide gentle exams, take X-rays if needed, and offer fast relief to ease your child’s discomfort. For discomfort, we recommend eating soft foods and avoiding anything spicy/acidic/crunchy that may exacerbate your child's symptoms. For pain relief, we recommend alternating between Tylenol and Motrin every 4-6 hours.

Broken or chipped teeth

Active kids are prone to falls and bumps that can crack or chip teeth. We use conservative restorative solutions like fillings and crowns to protect the tooth and restore function.

Knocked-out teeth

If a baby tooth is knocked out, do not attempt to reinsert it, as this can damage the developing adult tooth—contact our office for guidance.

If a permanent tooth is knocked out, try to gently place it back in the socket as soon as possible or keep it in milk or saliva and seek emergency dental care immediately.

Most importantly, stay calm—children take emotional cues from their parents, and your reassurance helps them feel safe while we guide the next steps.

Swelling or infection

If your child has swelling or signs of infection, please call our office right away so we can provide guidance and determine next steps. Swelling involving the eye, or any difficulty breathing or swallowing, requires immediate evaluation in the Emergency Department. When speaking with our team or another provider, be sure to share any medication allergies, including penicillin.

Sports or accident injuries

From a ball to the face to a playground fall, dental injuries can be scary. We treat trauma with gentle, effective solutions that help kids heal quickly and return to their favorite activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to some of the most common questions parents have about pediatric dental emergencies.

Yes! We prioritize dental emergencies and do our best to provide same-day evaluations whenever possible.

Most dental insurance plans provide coverage for emergency exams and treatments. Our team will verify benefits and explain costs clearly before proceeding.

Severe toothaches, broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, swelling, or facial trauma should all be considered emergencies and treated promptly.

For most dental emergencies, a pediatric dentist is the best option. Go to the ER if there is uncontrolled bleeding, difficulty breathing or swallowing, a head injury, or a life-threatening condition.

In baby teeth, it is not uncommon to see some discoloration following an injury, and this may resolve over time without treatment. However, parents should be alert for additional warning signs such as persistent nighttime dental pain, pimples on the gums, facial swelling, or difficulty breathing or swallowing. These symptoms may indicate a dental infection and should be evaluated promptly.

Still Have Questions?

Give us a call to speak with one of our friendly, knowledgeable team members.

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What parents are saying

See what families say about their experience at Seal It with a Smile!

Couldn’t have asked for a better experience for our 18 month old daughter. Shes super scared of the dentist and seal it with a smile dental made it so easy!!! Dr. Riley is so gentle and empathetic and thorough! He gave us the best advice on dental hygiene for our little one and was so patient! Wouldn’t recommend anyone but him. Thank you so much!!!

Michelle B.

My first impression of Seal it With a Smile, was that it was very children centered. The decor was amazing and inviting….made me want to be a kid. Lol. They had premium COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS for the adults!! On top of that, The staff was very warm, welcoming, and friendly. Dr. Riley explained everything with the treatment plan. He also made my granddaughter very comfortable. I would highly recommend this office.

Shironda J.

I had an excellent experience with the dentistry service. Everything was professional, comfortable, and high-quality. I’m very happy with the results and highly recommend them

Elizaveta L.

Amazing experience! First dentist my daughter actually enjoyed. Highly recommend!

Marina K.

Dr Riley and Maybel was very pleasant. Took great care of Logan and was very informative. Highly recommend Seal it with a smile!

Charlie

Great kids clinic, doctors are very professional and nice. I definitely recommend this clinic for all parents

Janna T.

It was such an amazing experienceThe place was so clean they were so friendlyThank you for everything

Mroog B.

An amazing experience, 100% recommend!

Rebecca S.

We just did cleaning my son tooth’s, it was great experience, definitely come back

Mariya D.

What an amazing experience! My daughter felt comfortable at the dentist for the first time! 10/10 recommend!

Ana

We had an amazing experience at Seal it with a smile today. It was my daughter’s first visit and Maibel was so good with her! She took her time and sang to her to get her to warm up. Dr Riley was very patient and friendly. We are so happy to have found this office and will recommend to family and friends!!

Carolina T.

Amazing thank you

Genesis P.

My almost 1 year old has such an amazing experience with Tamara and Dr. Riley! The Space is so beautiful clean and beyond kid friendly !

Yanna A.

Great experience, my daughter’s first time , she is 2 years old and they made her feel so comfortable. We will definitely be coming back !

Sophia B.

I had such an amazing experience here! Everyone was super friendly and catered to my little brother who felt super comfortable and safe. He is so excited to see Dr. Riley, and his assistant Tamara. The entire staff has been nothing but very professional, sweet and friendly. We had a great time and Dr. Riley explained everything to me in a way I understood. Thank you so much I am definitely returning here. My brother is looking forward to returning. Such a beautiful and clean office

Alondra A.
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