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Traumatic Injuries

Dislodged Teeth

Injuries to the mouth can cause teeth to be displaced up into their sockets. Your endodontist or general dentist may reposition and stabilize your tooth. Root canal treatment is usually started within 7-14 days of the injury to prevent infection formation.

Sometimes a tooth may be pushed partially out of the socket. Again, your endodontist or general dentist may reposition and stabilize your tooth. Root canal treatment is required if the pulp becomes damaged or infected. Endodontic treatment is not necessary if the pulp remains healthy.

Avulsed Teeth

If an injury causes a tooth to be completely knocked out of your mouth, it is important that you are treated immediately! Most importantly, keep the tooth moist. If possible, put the tooth back into the socket. You can also place the tooth in cup of milk (preferred), saline, water or wet paper towel. Then seek care from a dentist or endodontist immediately. The length of time the tooth was out of your mouth and the way it was transferred may influence the treatment and prognosis of the injury. The tooth is usually repositioned and stabilized with a splint. Root canal treatment may be initiated 1-2 weeks after the injury depending on the stage of tooth development.

IMPORTANT: Traumatized teeth can develop problems for considerable periods of time after the traumatic event. It is important to have your dentist or endodontist evaluate the injured tooth at regular intervals for at least one year.