After the softball hit you in the face, you had no idea your tooth was knocked out until you saw the horrified faces around you. That's how a sunny afternoon of league softball for your work team turned into a full-fledged dental emergency! And what are you supposed to do on a Saturday afternoon?
This scenario is terrifying and can quickly become a panicked and overwhelming situation unless you know what to do.
Step #1 Contact Your Emergency Dentist
The first step is to remain calm. You'll need your wits about you to be able to save your tooth.
Next, contact your Aurora, CO, emergency dentist right away. Your dentist has the best chance of saving your tooth, and the quicker they can examine you, the faster they can determine the best way to manage the situation. If your emergency does happen on a Saturday, your team at Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics has instructions over the phone on how to contact our on-call emergency dentist.
Step #2 Transport Your Tooth Carefully to the Dentist
Once your dentist expects you, it's time to transport the tooth. Be careful to handle it as little as possible, and never touch the roots.
If possible, carefully place the tooth back into its socket while you get to the dentist. If that's not possible, use milk or saliva to keep the tooth's cells moist and alive while you wait.
Step #3 Determine the Right Treatment
Your Aurora dentist will do everything possible to save your tooth. At Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics, Dr. John Chen is a prosthodontist who specializes in tooth replacement and restoration. He can help you determine the best way to restore your smile and dental health.
Don't Wait to Contact Uptown Comprehensive Dentistry and Prosthodontics
If you or a loved one has a knocked-out tooth, don't hesitate to contact your trusted dentist in Aurora for prompt emergency care.