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• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #220, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Loving Pediatric Dentistry - 7800 N Mopac Expy #110, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Austin Pediatric Dentistry, PLLC - 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd Ste b102, Austin, TX 78730, United States
• Kids Tooth Team - 1217 W Slaughter Ln Ste 140, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry - 5656 Bee Caves Rd Ste B104, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin - 1139 W Braker Ln Ste 201, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Green Apple Pediatric Dentistry - Austin Laser Frenectomy - 11601 US-290 B105, Austin, TX 78737, United States
• Austin Kids Teeth - 6012 W William Cannon Dr Ste B102, Austin, TX 78749, United States
• New Roots Pediatric Dentistry - 102 Westlake Dr #104, West Lake Hills, TX 78746, United States
• Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd #1430, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry - 11200 Menchaca Rd Bldg 4 Ste 1, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Dentalsaurus - 2500 W William Cannon Dr Ste 507, Austin, TX 78745, United States

I’m sorry that happened — a cracked front tooth from a playground fall is a good reason to have a pediatric dentist look at it as soon as possible, even if your toddler seems comfortable. A dentist will want to check whether the crack reaches the nerve, whether the tooth is loose, and whether there is injury to the root or surrounding bone. Austin Kids Teeth Central Park Pediatric Dentistry

Since you’re near the UT campus area, I’d prioritize a pediatric office that can handle dental trauma and is reasonably close:

My top picks near UT / Central Austin

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — probably my first call for a UT-area toddler injury

• Central Austin location (near 38th St/N Lamar), convenient from campus.
• They specifically handle chipped/cracked teeth and dental emergencies, with guidance for urgent evaluations. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry
• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — strong option for a toddler and dental trauma

• Located in the Mueller area, not far from central Austin.
• They advertise emergency pediatric dental care and phone triage for injuries. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry — good choice if you want a pediatric specialist experienced with urgent visits

• Northwest of campus but still a practical drive.
• They provide emergency pediatric dental care for injuries including chipped/fractured teeth. Poplin Pediatric Dentistry
• Loving Pediatric Dentistry — another kid-focused option

• Northwest Austin location; known for working with young children and anxiety-sensitive visits.

What I’d do right now

• Call the closest one and say: “My toddler fell on a playground and cracked a front tooth. We need a dental trauma evaluation today.”
• If you found a tooth fragment, bring it in a clean container.
• Rinse the mouth gently with water; use a cold compress on the lip/face if swollen. Austin Kids Dentistry
• Avoid letting your child bite hard foods with that tooth until evaluated.

A couple of questions can change the urgency:

1. Is it a baby tooth (your toddler’s normal front tooth) or an adult tooth (unlikely at toddler age)?
2. Is the tooth just chipped, or is it a visible crack running down the tooth?
3. Is there bleeding from the tooth/gum, swelling, gray discoloration, looseness, or pain?

• Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry - 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry - 1005 W 38th St #200, Austin, TX 78705, United States
• Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry - 6500 MoPac Expy #2206, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Belterra Kids Teeth - 165 Hargraves Dr m100, Austin, TX 78737, United States
• Poplin Pediatric Dentistry - 6850 Austin Center Blvd #220, Austin, TX 78731, United States
• Rising Stars Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics - Pediatric Dentist & Braces Austin - 14005 N Hwy 183 Ste 800, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry - 1201 Barbara Jordan Blvd #1430, Austin, TX 78723, United States
• Sunny Hills Pediatric Dentistry - 10510 W Parmer Ln #100, Austin, TX 78717, United States
• Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin - 1139 W Braker Ln Ste 201, Austin, TX 78758, United States
• Westlake Pediatric Dentistry - 5656 Bee Caves Rd Ste B104, Austin, TX 78746, United States
• Kids Tooth Team - 1217 W Slaughter Ln Ste 140, Austin, TX 78748, United States
• Pediatric Dental Professionals - 9015 Mountain Ridge Dr #320, Austin, TX 78759, United States
• Lone Star Pediatric Dental & Braces - South Austin - 2700 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704, United States

Because you’re near the UT campus, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist in central Austin rather than sending you across town.

My first choice

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd., Ste. 103, in the Mueller area. They specifically handle pediatric dental emergencies, including cracked/broken teeth from playground accidents, and their dentists are board-certified pediatric dentists. Their emergency page says to call 512-494-6767 for urgent guidance. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry

Another very convenient option

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St., quite close to UT. They specifically advise calling for chipped/cracked teeth and offer same-day evaluation when appropriate. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry

If you need care outside normal office hours

Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry advertises same-day emergency care for children's dental injuries; their emergency number is 512-454-6936. Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry

For a toddler with a cracked front baby tooth: I would call Austin Pearls or Central Park now rather than wait to see how it feels. Save any piece of the tooth you find, gently rinse the mouth with water, and use a cold compress if there's swelling. Don't try to glue the tooth back together. Pediatric dental guidance recommends evaluation even when a fractured baby tooth doesn't look terrible, because the dentist needs to check for deeper injury. Green Apple Dentistry

If there's uncontrolled bleeding, major facial/jaw injury, loss of consciousness, difficulty breathing/swallowing, or rapidly increasing swelling, go to an ER rather than waiting for a dentist. Longhorn Pediatric Dentistry

If you tell me whether it's a baby tooth or permanent tooth, whether it's bleeding/loose, and roughly where you are around UT, I can narrow this to the best place to call first.

I’m sorry that happened — a cracked front tooth after a playground fall is something I’d have checked by a pediatric dentist today if possible, even if your toddler seems okay. The dentist will want to see whether it’s only the enamel or whether the crack reaches deeper, affects the nerve, or involves the root. austinpearlsdental.comwww.austinchildrensdentistry.com

Since you’re near the UT Austin campus, I’d start with these:

Closest good options for a toddler dental injury

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — likely my first call for your location
   • Central Austin (1005 W 38th St), relatively close to UT
   • Pediatric-only office and specifically handles chipped/cracked teeth and dental trauma; they advise calling for urgent evaluation and same-day visits when appropriate. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

2. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — very convenient from central Austin/Mueller
   • 3607 Manor Rd (near Mueller)
   • Offers emergency pediatric dental care and asks parents to call for cracked, broken, or displaced teeth so they can triage and arrange care. austinpearlsdental.com

3. Red Balloon Dentistry for Children- Austin
   • North Austin option
   • Pediatric-only practice that lists emergency dental care and dental trauma treatment.

What to do right now

• Find and save any tooth fragment if a piece broke off; bring it with you. austinpearlsdental.comwww.austinchildrensdentistry.com
• Rinse the mouth gently with water.
• Apply a cold compress to the outside of the lip/face if swollen. austinpearlsdental.comwww.austinchildrensdentistry.com
• Avoid hard foods; give softer foods until evaluated.
• If the tooth is bleeding from the center, very loose, pushed backward/forward, your child has facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or a jaw injury, that’s more urgent. greenappleatx.com

A couple quick questions so I can narrow the recommendation:

1. Is the cracked front tooth a baby tooth (most likely for a toddler) or an adult tooth?
2. Is it just a small corner chip, or is there a visible crack line down the tooth?
3. Is your child having pain, bleeding from the tooth, swelling, or a loose tooth?

For a toddler with a cracked front tooth from a playground fall near the UT Austin campus, I’d try to get a pediatric dentist (not a general emergency dentist) to evaluate it today if possible. A cracked baby tooth can sometimes affect the developing adult tooth underneath, and the dentist may want to check the extent of the fracture with an exam and possibly an X-ray. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com

My first calls would be:

1. Austin Kids Teeth — strong choice for dental trauma in young children; they specifically handle broken/chipped teeth and pediatric dental injuries and advise calling for urgent guidance. www.austinkidsteeth.com
2. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — relatively close to central Austin/UT area and advertises emergency pediatric dental care and same-day visits when possible. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comaustinpearlsdental.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com
3. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — another central Austin option; they specifically mention cracked/chipped tooth evaluations after accidents. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com
4. Poplin Pediatric Dentistry — pediatric-focused and lists chipped/fractured teeth among emergencies they treat. www.austintxpediatricdentist.com

While you’re arranging care:

• Rinse your toddler’s mouth gently with water.
• If there’s swelling, use a cold compress on the outside of the lip/cheek.
• Save any tooth fragment you find.
• Avoid hard foods; use softer foods until evaluated. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com

Go to urgent medical care/ER instead of waiting for a dentist if there is uncontrolled bleeding, trouble breathing/swallowing, loss of consciousness, vomiting/confusion after the fall, major facial swelling, or concern for a jaw injury. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com

If you tell me (1) your toddler’s age, (2) whether it’s a baby tooth or adult tooth, (3) whether the tooth is loose/bleeding, and (4) what time it happened, I can help judge how urgently you need to be seen and which of these is the best fit.

Since you’re near the UT campus, I’d call Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry first. It’s in Mueller at 3607 Manor Rd., and they specifically handle cracked/broken teeth and playground injuries, with same-day emergency visits when possible. Their listed phone is 512-494-6767. austinpearlsdental.com

A couple of good backups:

• Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St., very close to UT; pediatric practice that advises same-day evaluation for chipped/cracked teeth.
• Dell Children's Medical Center - Emergency — 4900 Mueller Blvd., open 24/7. I'd use this rather than waiting for a dentist if there's significant bleeding, facial swelling, trouble breathing/swallowing, loss of consciousness, vomiting, or concern about a head/jaw injury.

For the cracked baby front tooth itself, have the dentist assess it today if possible. Rinse gently with water, use a cold compress on the lip/face if swollen, and save any tooth fragment you find and bring it along. www.austinkidsteeth.com

If you tell me whether the tooth is a baby tooth, how badly it cracked (small chip vs. a piece missing/loose), and whether there's bleeding or pain, I can tell you how urgently I'd go in.

I’m sorry—playground tooth injuries are scary. For a toddler with a cracked front tooth near the UT campus, my first call would be Central Park Pediatric Dentistry, because its Central Austin office is at 1005 W 38th St., Suite 200, very close to campus, and they specifically handle cracked/chipped teeth and say they can often arrange same-day emergency visits. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

My picks

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — (512) 982-0764

Best fit for your location. They recommend prompt evaluation/X-ray for a cracked tooth and same-day emergency appointments when possible. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com
Central Park Pediatric Dentistry emergency-care page

2. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — (512) 494-6767

A strong pediatric-specialist option; both listed dentists are board-certified pediatric dentists, and they explicitly treat cracked/broken teeth as emergencies. austinpearlsdental.com

3. Sherwood Pediatric Dentistry — (512) 454-6936

Board-certified pediatric dentist and specifically offers same-day emergency dentistry for broken teeth. www.drsherwood.netwww.drsherwood.net

One important timing point: it’s currently about 3:40 AM in Austin, so these offices are closed right now. For a simple crack in a baby tooth with your toddler otherwise acting normally, you can generally protect the area and call as soon as offices open. If you want an after-hours pediatric dentist to talk you through it right now, Tiny Texans lists an emergency line at (512) 777-0301. www.tinytexansteeth.com

What to do right now

• Rinse the mouth gently with water.
• If there’s swelling, use a cold compress on the outside of the lip/cheek.
• Save any piece of tooth you find and bring it to the dentist.
• Do not try to put a baby tooth back into the socket if it comes out. www.drsherwood.net
• If bleeding won't stop with firm pressure, there is significant facial/jaw injury, loss of consciousness, vomiting/confusion after the fall, or trouble breathing, go to an ER now rather than waiting for a dentist. www.drsherwood.net

If you tell me whether it's a baby tooth or a newly erupted permanent tooth, whether the tooth is loose, and whether there's bleeding/swelling, I can tell you how urgently I'd have your toddler seen.

Yes. Since you’re around the UT campus, my first call would be:

My pick: Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
Web
Address: 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
Phone: +1 512-763-5762
3607 Manor Rd., Suite 103 — Mueller/East Austin
(512) 494-6767

They’re a pediatric-only practice with board-certified pediatric dentists, and they specifically handle cracked/broken teeth and playground injuries. They say they try to accommodate same-day emergency visits and can assess the tooth by phone while preparing for the visit. austinpearlsdental.com

Their regular Monday hours are 8 AM–5 PM, so if this happened overnight, I'd call as soon as they open. austinpearlsdental.com

Another very good nearby option

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W. 38th St., very convenient to UT. Their practice provides emergency guidance for chipped/cracked teeth and encourages same-day evaluation when appropriate.

For a toddler with a cracked baby front tooth: don't try to glue or otherwise repair it yourself. Rinse gently, save any tooth fragment, and use a cold compress if there's swelling. A cracked baby tooth should be evaluated promptly because the dentist needs to determine whether the nerve/root was affected. Austin Pearls specifically notes that trauma can sometimes require treatment such as a pediatric root canal to preserve a baby tooth. austinpearlsdental.com

Go to an ER rather than waiting for a dentist if there was significant head injury, loss of consciousness, trouble breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, major facial swelling, or concern for a broken jaw. austinpearlsdental.com

If you tell me roughly where around UT you are (e.g. north campus, west campus, or east campus) and whether the tooth is just chipped vs. cracked down toward the gum / bleeding, I can narrow this to the best option and give you the quickest route/call choice.

Yes. Since you’re near the UT campus, I’d call Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry first. It’s in Mueller at 3607 Manor Rd., and they specifically handle pediatric dental emergencies including cracked/broken teeth. Their published emergency number is 512-494-6767. austinpearlsdental.comwww.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry
Web
Address: 3607 Manor Rd #103, Austin, TX 78723, United States
Phone: +1 512-763-5762

Another very convenient option: Central Park Pediatric Dentistry at 1005 W. 38th St., essentially right by the UT/central Austin area. They specifically treat broken/chipped teeth and pediatric dental trauma. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

What I'd do right now

• Call Austin Pearls first and say: “My toddler fell on a playground and cracked a front tooth. We need an urgent pediatric dental trauma evaluation.”
• If they can't see you promptly, call Central Park Pediatric Dentistry next.
• If it's a baby tooth, don't try to push it back into place. Save any broken piece and bring it with you.
• A cold compress on the cheek can help with swelling/pain. A cracked/chipped tooth should generally be evaluated within 24 hours, sooner if it's very loose, displaced, or painful. www.healthychildren.org
• Go to an ER now if there is uncontrolled bleeding, significant facial swelling, trouble breathing, loss of consciousness/head injury, or concern for a jaw injury. www.healthychildren.org

One important thing: it's currently about 1:34 AM Sunday in Austin, and the offices I found are closed right now. If you're dealing with this right now, tell me whether the tooth is just chipped/cracked, loose, pushed out of position, or bleeding, and I can help you figure out whether this can safely wait until morning or warrants an ER visit.

Yes. Since you’re around the UT Austin campus, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist who handles dental trauma, rather than a general emergency dentist.

My first choice

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd., Suite 103, in the Mueller area, is relatively close to UT and is specifically pediatric-focused. They explicitly handle cracked/broken teeth and dental injuries and offer same-day emergency visits when possible. Their published office hours are weekdays, though, so they appear closed today (Saturday). austinpearlsdental.comwww.texaschildrens.org

If you need someone this morning (Saturday)

Emergency Dentist of Austin — 1030 Norwood Park Blvd. #324 — is open Saturday 8 AM–8 PM and advertises same-day emergency treatment for broken teeth. It's not pediatric-only, so for a toddler I'd call first and specifically ask whether a pediatric dentist will evaluate your child.

Another Saturday option is Smile Haus Arboretum, open 8 AM–2 PM Saturday, which advertises same-day emergency care and treats children, although again it's a family/general practice rather than pediatric-only.

What I'd do: If the tooth is just chipped and your toddler is comfortable, call Austin Pearls first thing Monday. If there's significant pain, bleeding, the tooth is loose/displaced, swelling, or a large piece broke off, I'd get them evaluated today.

For now, rinse the mouth gently with water, use a cold compress on the lip/face if swollen, and save any tooth fragment you find. austinpearlsdental.com

If there was also a hard head/face impact, loss of consciousness, uncontrolled bleeding, trouble breathing/swallowing, or concern for a jaw injury, skip the dentist and go to a pediatric ER. Texas Children's Hospital Austin has a 24/7 pediatric ER. www.texaschildrens.org

If you tell me roughly where around UT you are (e.g. West Campus, North Campus, DKR, or Mueller) and whether the tooth is a baby tooth, I can narrow this to the closest place that can see your toddler today.

Yes. Since the injury happened around the UT campus, my first choice for a toddler with a cracked front tooth is Central Park Pediatric Dentistry in Central Austin, at 1005 W 38th St. They specifically handle cracked/chipped teeth and recommend prompt evaluation and an X-ray after trauma. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

Important: it’s currently very early Saturday morning, and their office is closed until Monday. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

What I'd do now

• If your toddler is otherwise okay (no significant bleeding, facial swelling, severe pain, trouble breathing/swallowing, or head injury): rinse the mouth gently with water, use a cold compress, save any tooth fragment, and arrange a pediatric-dentist evaluation as soon as possible. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com
• If there was a significant blow to the head, uncontrolled bleeding, jaw injury, loss of consciousness, vomiting, unusual sleepiness, or breathing/swallowing difficulty: go to a pediatric ER rather than waiting for a dentist. www.austintxpediatricdentist.comwww.austinchildrensdentistry.com
• For a baby tooth: don't try to push it back into place if it becomes displaced or comes out.

For a Saturday/after-hours option, I'd call the child's existing pediatric dentist if they have one and check the emergency voicemail/on-call instructions. Some Austin pediatric dental practices specifically provide after-hours instructions. www.austintxpediatricdentist.comwww.austinchildrensdentistry.com

If you tell me whether it's a baby tooth or permanent tooth, whether it's bleeding/loose, and roughly how much of the tooth broke, I can tell you how urgently I'd seek care and which Austin option I'd try first.

If you mean the UT Austin campus area, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist who specifically handles dental trauma rather than a general emergency dentist.

My top picks near UT

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St

My first call. It’s very close to campus, pediatric-only, and specifically provides guidance/evaluation for chipped and cracked teeth. Their listed number is 512-330-4624.

2. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd

Another strong choice, especially for a toddler. They explicitly advertise emergency pediatric dentistry for cracked/broken teeth and have pediatric dentists on staff. Call 512-494-6767. austinpearlsdental.com

3. Poplin Pediatric Dentistry — 6850 Austin Center Blvd

A little farther north, but they specifically handle pediatric dental emergencies and tooth injuries, including fractured baby teeth. austintxpediatricdentist.com

If this happened today (Saturday): the offices I found generally list weekday hours, so I would call the practices' emergency numbers/voicemails rather than simply driving over. If you can't get a pediatric dentist promptly, or there's significant bleeding, facial swelling, trouble breathing/swallowing, jaw injury, loss of consciousness, or significant head trauma, go to a pediatric ER. www.healthychildren.org

For a cracked baby front tooth, don't try to pull it or put it back into the socket. Rinse the mouth gently, use a cold compress on the cheek, and save any broken tooth fragment to bring to the dentist. A chip/crack should generally be evaluated, even if your toddler seems okay. www.healthychildren.org

If you tell me exactly where around UT you are (e.g., UT Tower, DKR, West Campus, etc.) and whether the tooth is a baby tooth or permanent, I can narrow this to the closest option that's open right now.

Yes. Since you’re around the UT campus, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist in central/east Austin that specifically handles dental trauma.

My first choice

Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — 3607 Manor Rd., Suite 103, near Mueller. They specifically advertise emergency pediatric care for cracked/broken teeth, and say they try to accommodate same-day emergency visits. They’re pediatric specialists, which is especially important for a toddler. austinpearlsdental.comwww.longhornpediatricdentist.com

Call: (512) 494-6767. I would call rather than book online and say: “My toddler fell on a playground and cracked a front tooth. We need an urgent pediatric dental trauma evaluation.”

Also very convenient to UT

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St. This is very close to the UT/central Austin area, and the practice provides emergency guidance/evaluations for chipped and cracked teeth.

If you can't get in

Smiles of Austin — 1910 W 35th St. They have a pediatric dental team and advertise same-day emergency exams.

For right now: rinse the mouth gently with water, use a cold compress on the lip/face if swollen, and save any piece of the tooth you find and bring it with you. If it's a baby tooth, don't try to put it back into the socket. austintxpediatricdentist.com

If there's uncontrolled bleeding, major facial swelling, trouble breathing, loss of consciousness, vomiting, or a significant head injury, go to an ER rather than waiting for the dentist. www.longhornpediatricdentist.com

If you tell me roughly where you are around UT (e.g. 40 Acres, West Campus, Hyde Park) and whether it's a baby tooth or permanent tooth, I can narrow this to the closest option and check who's open right now.

Since this happened at the UT campus area, I’d prioritize a pediatric dentist in Central Austin rather than sending you across town.

My first choice

Austin Institute of Dental Medicine — 1401 Philomena St, Mueller. They have pediatric dentistry and emergency dental care under one roof, and their listed Saturday hours are 7 AM–7 PM. That makes them the most practical option today (Saturday). Call 737-434-2436 and tell them your toddler has a playground-related cracked front tooth. austinpearlsdental.com

If you can wait until Monday

Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — 1005 W 38th St, very close to UT. They're pediatric-only and specifically handle chipped/cracked teeth and dental trauma.

Another excellent nearby pediatric option is Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry on Manor Rd. They explicitly offer emergency care for cracked/broken teeth and same-day appointments when possible, although their listed hours are Monday–Friday. austinpearlsdental.com

For a toddler with a cracked baby tooth: rinse the mouth gently, save any tooth fragment, use a cold compress if swollen, and have the tooth evaluated promptly. Don't try to glue or reposition the tooth yourself. www.lonestarpediatricdental.com

Go to a pediatric ER rather than a dentist if there was significant head trauma, loss of consciousness, uncontrolled bleeding, major facial injury, or trouble breathing/swallowing. Texas Children's Austin has a 24/7 pediatric ER, though it's in North Austin rather than near UT. www.texaschildrens.org

If you tell me your toddler's age and whether the tooth is just chipped vs. cracked into the gum/bleeding/loose, I can tell you how urgent this is and which option I'd choose.

A cracked front tooth after a playground fall is something I’d have a pediatric dentist evaluate today if possible, especially for a toddler, because the dentist needs to check whether the crack reaches the nerve or whether the tooth was pushed inward/loosened. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com

Since you’re near the UT campus area, I’d prioritize these Austin pediatric options:

1. Central Park Pediatric Dentistry — probably my first call for your location
   • Central Austin (near W. 38th St/North Lamar), relatively close to UT
   • Pediatric-only office and specifically handles chipped/cracked teeth and dental trauma; they advise calling for urgent evaluation and same-day visits when appropriate. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com

2. Austin Pearls Pediatric Dentistry — good option for a toddler who may be scared
   • Mueller area (east/central Austin)
   • They advertise emergency pediatric dental care and phone triage for injuries like cracked or broken teeth. austinpearlsdental.com

3. Central Texas Pediatric Dentistry — also convenient from central Austin
   • Mueller area
   • Pediatric-focused care.

4. Austin Kids Teeth — farther south, but experienced with dental trauma
   • They specifically list broken teeth and dental injuries among emergencies they treat. www.austinkidsteeth.com

What I’d do right now:

• Call the closest office and say: “My toddler fell on a playground and cracked a front tooth. Do you have an emergency slot today?”
• Bring any tooth fragment if you found one.
• If there’s bleeding: hold clean gauze/cloth with gentle pressure.
• Use a cold compress on the lip/face if swollen. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.com
• Avoid hard foods until evaluated.

Go to urgent medical care/ER instead of a dentist if there is heavy bleeding that won’t stop, facial swelling affecting breathing, loss of consciousness, vomiting/confusion after the fall, or concern for a jaw injury. www.myaustinpediatricdentist.comwww.tinytexansteeth.com

If you tell me (1) how old your toddler is, (2) whether it’s a baby tooth, (3) whether the tooth is loose or pushed backward, and (4) what day/time it happened, I can help you decide how urgent it is and which office is the best fit.