Dental trauma requires quick action to improve the chance of saving the tooth.
Knocked-Out or Loose Teeth
A knocked-out or loosened tooth should be evaluated as soon as possible.
If a tooth has been completely knocked out, it is important to handle it carefully by the crown and avoid touching the root. In some cases, placing the tooth back into the socket or keeping it moist until you reach the office may help preserve it.
When a tooth is loose or displaced but still in the mouth, prompt evaluation is also important. Repositioning and stabilization may help protect the tooth.
- Seek immediate care
- Handle crown only
- Keep tooth moist
- Stabilize loose teeth
- Act quickly
