Knocked Out Tooth in Dogdyke

A knocked out tooth can result from an accident, or a hit to the face. Knocked out teeth can commonly occurs during contact sports, for example. If you still have your tooth, it may be able to be saved, but it depends on urgent action.

Help! I'm bleeding

Hold a clean cloth or handkerchief over the socket and bite down. You need to hold your jaws together to maintain pressure. If you are in pain, feel free to take over-the-counter painkillers. Do not take any medication containing aspirin, however, as this will make the bleeding worse.

What should I do with the tooth?

• Don't touch the root. Pick up the tooth by the crown (the bottom part).
• If the tooth is dirty, rinse it with water. It's important the remaining tissues fragments are left in tact.
• If you can, place the tooth back in the socket, root first.
• Alternatively, place the tooth in a cup of warm water with a pinch of salt.

Book an emergency appointment with your dentist, and bring your tooth with you. The complete tooth needs to be put back in the socket as soon as possible, at least within 30 to 60 minutes of it being knocked out.

What if I don't have the whole tooth?

Don't attempt to put a broken tooth back in the socket. Your dentist in Dogdyke will do all they can to restore your knocked out tooth at your emergency appointment.

I may have swallowed the tooth? What should I do?

Your dentist will have to take an X-ray to be sure of this.

Where should I go for emergency dental treatment?

If you have a knocked out tooth, use Dentists Near Me to find your nearest emergency dentist in Dogdyke area:

• Simply search for emergency dentists in your area.
• Choose the perfect dentist for you.
• Book an appointment -- remember, you don’t have to be registered with a practice to receive emergency treatment from them.

Do you want more guidance? Then just call up our friendly operators for a chat. Our team are dedicated to protecting your oral health and happiness; they will ask you about your symptoms, find the perfect emergency dentist for you, and offer professional advice on pain management before your appointment.

What will happen at my emergency appointment?

Your dentist will examine your face and mouth, and may have to treat facial injury. Any bleeding and/or bruising may have to heal before you can be fully treated. Your dentist will take X-rays to determine if the tooth has been successfully put back into the socket. Your dentist will also talk to you about any follow-up appointments you may need to restore your tooth.