What You Need to Know?
Tooth avulsion is when a tooth gets knocked out of mouth. This can happen due to accidents, sports injuries, or even falls. When it happens, it’s important to act fast to give the tooth the best chance of.
What to Do If a Tooth Is Knocked Out??
- Find the Tooth: Pick it up by the crown (top part), not the root. Avoid touching the root to protect the cells needed for reattachment of tooth
- Clean the Tooth: If the tooth is dirty, rinse it gently with water, but don’t scrub it. You can also try to put the tooth back in its place, but do it carefully. If this isn’t possible, place the tooth in a glass of milk or coconut water.
- Get to a Dentist Quickly: Time is key! The sooner you get to a dentist, the better the chances of saving the tooth. Ideally, you should see a dentist within 30 minutes to 1 hour after the tooth is knocked out.
- Reinsert the Tooth: If possible, place it back into its place, facing the right way. Bite gently on a clean cloth to hold it in place.
Treatment for Tooth Avulsion
The dentist will try to put the tooth back in its place. If the tooth can’t be saved, the dentist might suggest options like a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture
Preventing Tooth Avulsion
- Wearing a mouthguard during sports or activities can reduce the risk of tooth avulsion.
- Pay attention to your surroundings and avoiding risky situations can help protect your teeth.
- Avoid chewing on hard objects like ice or pens
- Tooth avulsion can be a scary experience, but quick action and a visit to the dentist can help save your tooth!
Dr. Medha Kulkarni Lecturer,
Department of Conservative dentistry and Endodontics KLEVKIDS, Belagavi
Email id: medhakulkarni897@gmail.com
