Tooth Gets Knocked Out?

What Do I Do If My Tooth Gets Knocked Out?

This is a common question that is often asked by those who experience some type of traumatic oral health-related event. Statistics show that several million teeth are knocked out each year in both children and adults. The good news is that prompt emergency treatment can help to save a tooth that has been knocked out of its socket. In many cases a tooth that has been replanted in the socket can last for many years while providing full functionality.

Handle The Tooth By Its Crown

Having a good understanding of what to do when a tooth is knocked out can greatly increase the chances of saving a tooth that would otherwise be lost. Getting to your dental care provider or endodontist as quickly as possible is always advised. In most cases it is recommended to seek treatment in as soon as 30 minutes. Here are a few simple steps to consider if a tooth has become knocked out. Always handle the tooth by its crown as opposed to touching the root. The tooth should be treated with care and handled only in this way.

Help The Tooth To Survive

If the knocked out tooth has become dirty it is important to rinse it in water in a gentle and careful fashion. Avoid drying the tooth, scrubbing the tooth or applying any type of soap or chemicals. It is also important to never wrap a fallen tooth in any type of cloth or tissue that may dry the tooth out. Those who have experienced a knocked out tooth should attempt to reposition the tooth directly back into its socket as quickly as possible. This will help the tooth to survive until medical attention has actively begun.

Container Of Milk

While en route for medical attention it is important to hold the tooth in place with the fingers or by gently biting down. Conversely, a tooth that is kept outside of the mouth en route to emergency medical care should be placed in either a container of milk or held in the mouth next to the cheek. Those who have experienced this type of emergency can also make use of an emergency tooth kit. It is best to avoid using tap water to store a tooth while en route seeking medical care. Acting quickly and getting to an endodontist as soon as possible is perhaps the most important element of saving a tooth. Contact South Houston Endodontics today to learn more.

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Dr. Kevin K. Sameti

Dr. Sameti received his bachelor of science in Biology from the University of Houston, his dental degree from the University of Texas Dental Branch (Houston), and his Certificate in Endodontics from the Temple University. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston, where he volunteers to teach soontobedentists art and science of endodontics. He is a specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists. He also maintains membership in the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and the Greater Houston Dental Society. Last but not least, He loves saving teeth and takes great pride in his work!

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