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What To Do If You Knock Your Tooth Out

Tuesday, September 20th, 2016

2143132_blogEven the most careful among us suffer accidents from time to time. Oral injuries can be incredibly painful, and if left untreated can go on to cause further problems – decay, disease and eventually loss of speech function or the ability to eat normally. It goes without saying that damage to teeth must be treated quickly and effectively.

Evulsed teeth

Serious damage can result in a tooth being completed knocked out. This is called evulsion. The first thing to do is to make a dental appointment as soon as possible, preferably immediately. If you can find the tooth that has been evulsed, gently clean it by rinsing it, but do not remove dirt by scrubbing it. When you are cleaning the tooth, hold it by the crown. Never hold the root of the tooth, as this may damage the delicate cells still attached, which are needed to re-implant the tooth. After the tooth has been cleaned, put it in your mouth between the cheek and gum. If the tooth cannot be stored in the patient’s mouth – for example, as would be the case with a small child, store it in some milk. If you are able to see the dentist within half an hour of the damage being done, it is possible that the tooth could be re-implanted, which is why you should endeavour to see the dentist as quickly as possible.

Extruded teeth

When a tooth has suffered slightly less severe damage and merely been knocked out of place, so it is protruding inward or outwards, try to re-position it to normal position using very gentle pressure. Above all, do not force the tooth into position. Attempt to hold the tooth in position with dampened tissue and again, try to see a dentist as soon as possible, ideally within thirty minutes.

How to Deal with a Knocked Out Tooth

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015

3534882_blogDental injuries are fairly common and it is estimated around a quarter of UK children will damage a front tooth. If you have a tooth knocked out playing sport or you fall and lose a tooth, there is a possibility of saving the tooth. Here are some simple steps you can follow:

Dealing with a knocked-out tooth

If you’ve lost a tooth, try to find it and then wipe it clean. Be very gentle, avoid scrubbing and hold the tooth by the crown (the white glossy part) to avoid touching the delicate root. If you can, try to reinsert the tooth into the socket and then call your dentist. If you have somebody with you, it may be easier for them to re-implant the tooth for you.

If you can’t reinsert the tooth, place it in a glass of milk or saline solution or hold it carefully between the inside of you cheek and your gums. This helps to keep the tooth moist.

If you are able to see a dentist very quickly after the incident, it may be possible to save the tooth. Your dentist will place the tooth back in its socket.

Advice for children

The milk teeth are designed to fall out from the age of around 6 years old. If a child loses a tooth before this age in an accident or fall, don’t attempt to re-insert the tooth. Reinserting the tooth may damage the adult tooth growing underneath.

If you need urgent dental attention, our team is ready and waiting to help. Call our friendly receptionists and explain the situation and your symptoms and they will work quickly to get you an appointment as early as possible. We can also offer advice about dental injuries and dealing with tooth pain over the telephone.

Popping a Knocked-out Tooth back in place in Leeds

Thursday, January 16th, 2014

318711_blogIt may or may not happen, but if you have a tooth knocked out at any time, it’s best you are aware of what to do should it happen, because what a lot of people may not be aware of is that if is popped back in within around 12 hours, it will naturally bed-in again and you’ll be as right as rain. If this happens to you, and this is easier said than done, try not to panic. If you can, you can put it back in yourself, but normally you need to get somewhere in Leeds- like a dentist or hospital, where it can be done for you. It is imperative you do not touch the root when you pick it up; if possible put the tooth in milk. If you can’t do this, then simply slip it under the tongue or between your cheek and gums, as the saliva in your mouth will naturally protect it. Time is of the essence here; by having your tooth placed back into place again means you will be saving yourself money from getting it replaced by a bridge or a partial denture in the future. Find out as much as you can about this- the more you know, the better it will be for you to make an informed decision should you find yourself in this shock of a situation.

Benefits of having a dental implant as a restorative procedure at Central Leeds dentist

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

Having a tooth knocked out is not only unpleasant and painful at the time but can also cause many months of anxiety and further suffering, especially if it has ruined your cosmetic appearance. There are many health and dental health reasons to replace lost teeth as soon as possible but in many cases it is the appearance of the teeth that causes patients to worry the most.

Having a missing tooth in your smile is not the most flattering look at any age but there are ways to replace lost teeth. You may choose to have a dental bridge or partial denture but by far the most natural and sturdy is a dental implant. This takes the form of a small titanium screw that is anchored directly into the jawbone. This acts as a base for an artificial tooth that is screwed on top.

This can be used to replace one or more missing teeth and is the closest thing to actually having a real tooth. Other benefits of having a dental implant as a restorative procedure include the fact that no sacrifices have to be made as to what you can eat. Unlike dental bridges and dentures, implants are sturdy and less likely to break. Denture wearers often resort to using dental adhesives, which can prevent you from eating certain foods. Dental bridges are prone to breaking, especially if they come into contact with hard food.

A dental implant from a central Leeds dentist will go a long way to restoring the appearance of a smile that has been spoiled by missing teeth. In most cases it is almost impossible to tell the difference between real teeth and implants.

Dental emergencies treated by Central Leeds dentist

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Dental emergencies can be very unpleasant and also extremely painful. Even at their best they are very inconvenient and stressful. The first thing you should do in any dental emergency is to make an appointment to see your dentist. They will be able to see you almost immediately if the problem is a genuine emergency. If it is out of hours, your dentist’s answering service will provide you with information about what to do and how to contact the on-call dentist.

However, it is still important that you know what to do in case of a dental emergency, so here is some advice about a few common problems.

Toothaches – Rinse you mouth with warm water and floss to remove lodged food. You can also apply a cold compress to the area to offer some relief. Over-the-counter pain relief may work but never put aspirin or painkillers next tot the painful area as this may burn the tissue. Contact a dentist as soon as possible.

Chipped, cracked or broken tooth – Save any broken pieces as they could be reattached. Rinse your mouth and apply gauze to any bleeding until it stops. Apply a cold compress and contact a dentist.

Knocked out tooth – Find the tooth as soon as possible and try to replace it. If won’t slot back in easily, don’t force it. Cover the tooth in saliva or milk and get to a dentist as soon as possible. This could preserve the tooth long enough for it to be replaced. The highest chance of saving your tooth comes in the first hour of it being knocked out.

Lost crown or filling – Keep hold of the crown or filling and try to see a Central Leeds dentist straight away. A swab with some olive oil applied to the area will give you some relief in the short term.

There are many other dental emergencies that can occur so it is worthwhile knowing what is the best course of action to protect your teeth from any further damage.

Leeds dentist repairs cracked tooth from sporting injury

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

All dentists have a keen interest in sports. Not necessarily because they enjoy them but because so many of their patients damage their teeth while playing them. Knocked out, cracked and chipped tooth have been the result of sporting injuries as long as there have been sporting injuries and all dentists are very familiar with the prop forward, or opening batsman coming into surgery clutching a knocked out tooth.

When playing any physical activity, particularly anything that involves physical contact or a ball, the first line of dental defence is a mouth guard. Dentists advise wearing a mouth guard when playing any physical sport as a preventative measure. They may be uncomfortable and embarrassing but not nearly so much as a knocked out tooth. A Leeds dentist will be able to fit a mouth guard that will help to prevent dental injury. Although mouth guards are available in the shops, it is always advisable to have one fitted by a dentist. Shop-bought guards are often poorly fitting which limits their effectiveness.

If you do happen to suffer a sporting dental injury, even one as nasty as a knocked out tooth or teeth, there are several options to repair the damage. With a knocked out tooth, it may be possible to replace it immediately, without forcing it. If the tooth slots back in, support it with wet gauze and see a dentist immediately, who will be able to complete the replacement. If the tooth won’t slot back in, cover it in milk or saliva and see a dentist as soon as possible. This will keep the tooth alive for a possible replacement.

If a tooth cannot be saved or is cracked or broken, there are plenty of procedures available to restore the cosmetic appearance. Dental bonding can repair minor cracks and breaks and the latest computer manufactured and designed veneers can be a lifelike substitute for a real tooth. Whatever the injury, a Leeds dentist will be able to repair the damage with stunning results.