What is the best way to treat toothache in children? our five year old chipped her tooth after tripping and is complaining about pain in that tooth. what's the best way to help her with that pain until we get to the dentist?

Typically, : Typically, an antibiotic in conjunction with pain medicine will help initially in many causes. However, definitive treatment will be necessary to eliminate the problem. The sooner the better.

I : I am sorry to hear that. Give your daughter nothing and take her to the pediatric dentist right away. This its an emergency. You need to establish a base line and make sure that the adult tooth underneath is not damaged.

I : I agree with the above. Don't fool with this-get an emergency appointment today.

See dentist NOW: The best way for you to treat this is to get your child to the dentist now. If you were in severe pain would you go looking for a home remedy or seek treatment in the hands of a professional? Use cold compresses, and otc analgesics (following the package directions exactly), but first call your dentist and request emergency care.