With all of the pressing matters we address pertaining to our children day-to-day, most of us as parents do not stop to think about the importance of a comprehensive eye exam for our children. We recommend that your child receive his/her first comprehensive eye exam between three and four years of age. Vision problems can begin early in life. Untreated problems can worsen and lead to permanent vision loss and delayed development. A comprehensive eye exam is necessary to detect problems that a simple vision screening can miss, such as eye coordination, lazy eye and near and farsightedness. Without healthy vision, our little ones may face unnecessary challenges not only in the classroom, but also with their mental, physical, social, and emotional well-being. Early detection and treatment of vision disorders provides the very best opportunity to treat and correct problems to help children see clearly.

Erica V. Lukasko, O.D. | Lafayette Family Eye Care | 4906 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy | 337.989.2600

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY CHILD’S BABY TOOTH IS KNOCKED OUT?
Contact your pediatric dentist as soon as possible

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY CHILD’S PERMANENT TOOTH IS KNOCKED OUT?
Find the tooth and rinse it gently in cool water
Do not scrub it or clean it with soap-just water
If possible, replace the tooth in the socket and hold it there with clean guaze or
a wash cloth. If you can’t put it in the socket, place the tooth in a clean
container with milk, saliva, or water.
Get to the pediatric dentist immediately (call the emergency number if its after
hours).
The faster you act, the better your chances of saving the tooth.

WHAT IF A TOOTH IS CHIPPED OR FRACTURED?
Contact your pediatric dentist immediately. Quick action can save the tooth,
prevent infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment.

WHAT ABOUT A SEVERE BLOW TO THE HEAD OR JAW FRACTURE?
Go immediately to the emergency room of your local hospital.
A blow to the head can be life threatening.

WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS A TOOTHACHE?
Call your pediatric dentist and visit the office promptly. Ibuprofen may help to
relieve the discomfort in the meantime.

Regular dental visits and preventive care can prevent unnecessary
toothaches

References: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Guidelines
Dr. Leslie Jacobs
Dr. Leslie Jacobs
Pediatric Dentist
OFFICE
185 S Beadle Rd
Lafayette, LA 70508
PHONE
337-234-2349
FAX
337-261-1785
EMAIL
stemarie@cox.net
WEB
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