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\"ShockedYou only get one set of adult teeth, which means losing one can be a very traumatic experience. Contrary to what you might have heard, not all knocked-out teeth are gone for good. If you get to an emergency dentist<\/a> within the next 30 minutes, they might be able to save your tooth. You can increase the odds by taking 5 steps at home until you see your dentist.<\/p>\n

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1. Pick Up Your Tooth By the Crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find your tooth and pick it up by the root. Be careful not to touch the root, and only handle it by the chewing surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Rinse It With Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Gently rinse your tooth with cool water. Don\u2019t use any soaps or cleaners. Don\u2019t scrub or rub your tooth. Once it is clean, don\u2019t dry it off or wrap it up because it must be kept moist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Put Your Tooth In the Socket<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The sooner your tooth is put back into its socket, the better. Although it might make you nervous, hold your tooth by the crown and push it back into the socket. Close your mouth slowly and hold it in place by biting on a piece of gauze. However, if your tooth isn\u2019t in one piece, don\u2019t try to put it back in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Keep Your Tooth Moist at All Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your tooth cannot dry out. If you weren\u2019t able to get it back into the socket, place it in milk. Don\u2019t use regular tap water because it can damage the root surface cells. If you don\u2019t have any milk handy, place it in your mouth next to your cheek. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Contact Your Dentist Right Away<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Time is of the utmost importance. If you don\u2019t receive dental care within 30 minutes of the injury, it becomes less likely your tooth can be saved. Contact your emergency dentist right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve swallowed the tooth or can\u2019t find it, don\u2019t panic. Place a piece of gauze over the socket to control any bleeding and head to your dentist. They\u2019ll examine your mouth and discuss your replacement options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treating Knocked-Out Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If a tooth has been re-implanted successfully, your dentist can splint it using the teeth next to it. The temporary device will keep your tooth stable, allowing the ligaments, bone, and other vital tissues to reattach to it. If a tooth can\u2019t be saved, you don\u2019t have to worry about a gap in your smile. You have more options than ever before to replace a lost tooth, like a bridge or dental implant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No matter the outcome, your dentist will restore your smile to before your accident using a personalized treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Thomas G. Peters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Peters<\/a> earned his dental degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and has completed extensive continuing education in advanced specialties, like dental implants and emergency dentistry. If you need a dentist in a hurry, request an appointment<\/a> through our website or call (860) 677-8500.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You only get one set of adult teeth, which means losing one can be a very traumatic experience. Contrary to what you might have heard, not all knocked-out teeth are gone for good. If you get to an emergency dentist within the next 30 minutes, they might be able to save your tooth. You can […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n5 Steps to Take for a Knocked-Out Tooth<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you\u2019ve knocked-out a tooth, don\u2019t panic. 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