Knocked Out Tooth
Unfortunately, both children and adults have accidents, and many times these accidents can injure teeth or involve facial or head areas.
In this circumstance, contact your dentist as soon as possible. Baby teeth are usually not put back in the mouth, but the child should be seen by a dentist to determine if any roots remain or other teeth have been injured.
If a 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 rinse with water.
If possible, replace the tooth in the socket and hold in place there with a clean gauze or handkerchief. If you cannot put the tooth back in the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with milk, saliva or water.
Get to the dentist as soon as possible, or call your dentist's emergency number if it is after working hours.
The faster you act, the better the chances of saving the tooth.
If a tooth is chipped or fractured, contact your dentist.
Quick action can save the tooth, prevent infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment. Rinse the mouth with water and apply cold compresses to reduce the swelling. If you can find the broken tooth fragment, bring it with you to the dentist.
If the injury involves a severe blow to the head or jaw call my hotline immediately!