Fast, Gentle Care When Your Child Needs It Most
Same-day care. Calm environment. Help you can trust.
“We went in for a toothache… they were wonderful with my son who was scared of the dentist.” – Trisha J.
When Something Goes Wrong, You Need Help-Fast
Dental emergencies with kids can be stressful and unexpected.
Tooth pain that won’t go away
A loose or infected tooth
A broken or knocked-out tooth
Swelling or signs of infection
When your child is hurting, you don’t want to wait – and you shouldn’t have to.
We’re Here for You – Right When You Need Us
At Shelby Pediatric Dentistry, we provide emergency pediatric dental care that focuses on:
Relieving pain quickly
Fixing the problem the right way
Keeping your child calm and comfortable
If you’re searching for an emergency pediatric dentist near me, our team is ready to help.
Same-Day Appointments Available
We prioritize urgent pediatric dental care and do everything we can to see your child as quickly as possible - often the same day during office hours.
Our Hours & After-Hours Emergencies
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
We do not see new emergency patients after hours or on weekends.
If your child’s situation can safely wait until the next day:
- Call and leave a message
- Send us a message through our website
👉 We will contact you first thing the next business morning to help you.
When to Go to the ER
- Bleeding that will not stop
- Trouble breathing
- Swelling near the eye
- Swelling that makes it hard to swallow or breathe
In these cases, go directly to the emergency room at Children’s of Alabama.
Comfort Options When Needed
Most visits are handled gently without extra support. When needed, we offer:
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)
Oral sedation
IV sedation
General anesthesia at Children’s of Alabama
We’ll guide you through every option clearly.
Common Pediatric Dental Emergencies We Treat
Toothache or Infection
We provide fast care for child tooth pain emergencies and relieve discomfort quickly
Loose or Stuck Baby Teeth
Sometimes a loose tooth won’t come out on its own and can become painful.
Broken or Damaged Teeth
We treat chipped, cracked, or injured teeth with gentle care.
Dental Infections or Swelling
Swelling or infection needs prompt attention to prevent worsening.
What Parents Are Saying
- Families trust Shelby Pediatric Dentistry for children who need extra patience and care:
You’re Not Alone-We Make This Easier
Our team is trained to help both kids and parents stay calm:.
We move quickly, but never rush your child
We explain everything clearly
We meet your child where they are emotionally
Parents Stay With Their Children
You’re always welcome to stay with your child during treatment.
Your presence helps them feel safe-especially during emergencies.
Comfort Options When Needed
Most visits are handled gently without extra support. When needed, we offer:
IV sedation
Oral sedation
General anesthesia at Children’s of Alabama
We’ll guide you through every option clearly.
A Simple Plan for Emergency Care
- ✓ Call our office immediately
- ✓ Get guidance on what to do right away
- ✓ Same-day appointment during office hours
- ✓ Gentle treatment to fix the problem
Serving Families Across Our Community
We provide emergency pediatric dentistry in Pelham and care for families from:
- Birmingham
- Hoover
- Alabaster
If you’ve searched for:
- Emergency pediatric dentist in Birmingham
- Urgent dental care for children near Hoover
- Same-day emergency dentist for kids
- Child toothache emergency treatment
- Broken tooth treatment for children
- Knocked-out tooth emergency care
- Pediatric dental trauma treatment
- Children’s emergency dentist near me
– you’re in the right place.
Meet Your Dentist
A talented group of professionals dedicated to building amazing experiences.
Richard Baxter DMD, MS
Dr. Baxter is passionate about
helping children feel comfortable
during every visit. He focuses on
creating positive dental experiences
while providing expert pediatric care.
Julie Jones, DMD
Dr. Jones believes every child
deserves a healthy, confident
smile. She combines advanced
dental expertise with a warm
and caring approach to
treatment.
Laura Adams, DMD
Dr. Adams enjoys building
long-term relationships with
families and helping children
develop healthy oral habits
that last a lifetime.
Brigitte trego, DMD
Dr. Trego is dedicated to making
dental visits fun and stress-free.
Her goal is to help every child
feel safe, supported, and
cared for.