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Posted on 10/25/2019 by Office |
![]() Most Common Tooth TraumaConcussion of Tooth: This is when a tooth is knocked, but is not loose. It's the most common dental injury. No dental care is needed right away. Rarely will the tooth die. A knocked out tooth: This is a dental emergency. A knocked-out tooth needs to put back in its socket by us. We should do this within minutes. Do not wait over 2 hours. Crown fracture complication: This can be a cracked tooth with pulp exposure. There is usually a large piece of the tooth that has broken off. There may be a small red dot in the fractured area. This is the root pulp. It is painful.To help the pain and prevent further damage, these fractures need to have a root canal performed by our staff immediately. An intruded Tooth: The tooth has jammed deeper into the gum and the socket. We should see this in 24-72 hours. Loosened and displaced teeth: See our dentist. Displaced teeth that impede biting, chewing or closing the mouth need to be moved back. We should see this within 4 hours. If it's a mild pain, then see our office within 24 hours. Our dentists and team of dental professionals are committed to addressing any dental trauma you may have. Whether you simply need a dental cleaning to a root canal procedure, our staff is always here to provide you with excellent care and compassion. To schedule an appointment, give us a call today. |
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