You’re minding your own business when, suddenly, from the depths of the house, you hear your teen call your name. They’ve lost part of their tooth. Not their entire tooth, and not an organic fragment, but their dental crown! What should you do?

This is a good question. Crowns and natural teeth are very different, after all. Fortunately, a lost dental crown isn’t as serious as a lost tooth. Still, if the crown fell out, the natural part of your kid’s tooth is now exposed. It’ll require a gentle hand and some meticulous care, but there are a few things you can do after calling your emergency pediatric dentist. Keep reading to learn more.

Your child (or teen) is scheduled to receive a full set of traditional braces, and you’re both a little stressed. This orthodontic treatment has a reputation for being difficult to adjust to, after all.

Not to worry. These four tips for getting through the first week should help your child get the hang of their new dental appliance. With some mindfulness and consistent habits, they’ll be a braces pro in no time!