It may sound like a catastrophe to many Lolo or Missoula area dental patients, but having a tooth knocked out doesn’t always mean you’ll need cosmetic dentistry to fix your smile. If you can keep a cool head and remember a few simple instructions, chances are your tooth can be saved.
The most important things for patients to do if they’ve had a tooth knocked out is to find the tooth, handle it carefully and keep it in the best condition possible so Felton Dental Care can reinsert it properly.
Do not handle the tooth by the root, be careful to only touch the crown. It’s okay to gently rinse the tooth in water, but don’t scrub it or remove any tissue fragments from the tooth.
If it is possible, the best place for the tooth to be held is back in the socket (placed there gently, of course). Holding the tooth between the lip and gum or under the tongue is good too, just be careful not to swallow. If neither of these is an option, place the tooth in a cup of milk.
Next, you’ll want to get to us as soon as possible. Most teeth that can be reinserted by a dentist within an hour can be saved. Call Felton Dental Care in Missoula for your dental emergencies. You can also schedule your exam and cleaning, as well as teeth whitening.
Contact Felton Dental Care – Dr. Brett R. Felton, DMD:
406-206-4185
Location (Tap To Open In Google Maps):
1750 Brooks St
Missoula, Montana
59801
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