Knocked-out Tooth
When it comes to dental emergencies, one of the most serious cases is a knocked-out permanent tooth. If your tooth has been knocked out, the first thing you need to do is to stay calm and act promptly. With quick and proper emergency action, an avulsed tooth can be successfully replanted and last for years.
Basic knowledge and quick actions when performing dental first aid for a knocked-out tooth will increase the chances of saving the tooth. A knocked-out tooth is a serious dental emergency, so make sure to perform first aid and visit the nearest dentist or emergency room within 30 minutes of the injury.
How to Save a Knocked-out Tooth
- Locate the tooth right away and don’t leave it at the location of the accident.
- Handle the tooth carefully. Do this by picking up the tooth by the crown and not the root. Touching only the crown reduces injury to the root.
- If the tooth is dirty, rinse it with clean water. Avoid using soap or chemicals. Don’t scrub it and never dry it out by wrapping the tooth in a tissue or cloth.
- If possible, reposition the tooth in the socket quickly. Reinsert the tooth by pushing it carefully into the socket with your fingers and close your mouth slowly.
- Keep the tooth moist. If the tooth is impossible to replace in the socket, put it in an emergency tooth preservation kit or a container with milk.
- See a dentist as quickly as possible for immediate dental treatment. Bring the tooth with you within 30 minutes or less than an hour.
What your Emergency Dentist in Kallangur Will Do
To put the tooth back in place can be either a simple or complicated task. It won’t be an easy repair when the tooth or bone is broken. Your emergency dentist Kallangur will start the treatment by flushing the debris from the socket with water. Afterwards, they will slip the tooth back into place. Re-implanting the tooth is crucial and this must be done as soon as possible.
Your dentist will take the best course depending on how long the tooth was out of your mouth and other considerations. In any case, your dentist will splint the knocked-out, tooth on either side using a soft wire or composite material. This holds the tooth securely for several days. Your dentist will be the one to decide how many days or weeks the splint should remain.
If the area has more damage, you may need 6 to 8 weeks of repair time. If there are no signs of infections, your next appointment will take place at your yearly dental visit. To make sure the tooth re-implanted successfully. Your dentist will follow up for the next 2 to 3 years
Knocked-Out Tooth in Kallangur
If you’re suffering from acute pain and require immediate treatment, call our Kallangur clinic for an emergency appointment. Don’t put off seeing the dentist if you are facing even a mild toothache. If untreated, the condition can escalate and may cause further nerve damage, abscesses, and spreading of the infection into the body.
Preventive Dentistry in Kallangur
We are a family-friendly dentist serving patients of all ages in Kallangur, Warner, Murrumba Downs, North Lakes, Petrie, Strathpine, Griffin, Mango Hill, Lawnton and surrounding areas in Brisbane northside.
FAQ's
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are designed to cover the front surface of teeth. Veneers are an option for patients who want to improve the appearance of their smile.
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Depending on the type of veneers you choose, it can cost anywhere between $1500 - $2500
Implants replace the missing tooth and are bonded on a titanium post
Porcelain veneers go over the edge of your tooth and are commonly used to enhance the smile.
Crowns are designed to be placed on top of the tooth that’s decaying
While dental veneers are not permanent, they can last for many years with proper care. However, they can become damaged or stained over time and may need to be replaced. Ultimately, whether you choose to get dental veneers is a personal decision. However, it is important to discuss any concerns you have with your dentist before making a decision.
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