Tooth Knocked Out

Getting a tooth knocked out is an unwelcome and usually painful surprise caused by some form of facial trauma. Our Placerville urgent care dentist provides the professional help you need in order to quickly save or restore your tooth. So if your tooth is avulsed (the dental term for a tooth that is loosened or knocked out), contact us immediately to determine your next steps.

Avulsed Tooth First Aid

If your tooth is knocked out, it is vital that you do the following:

  • Locate the tooth and gently rinse it off with water.
  • Avoid touching the root.
  • Reposition the tooth into its original socket if at all possible.
  • Hold the tooth in place with your fingers or with a firm, gentle bite for at least five minutes.
  • Place gauze or a teabag on the tooth to cushion it.

If you are unable to reposition the tooth in its socket, then take the following steps:

  • Place the tooth in your mouth between your tongue and cheek OR
  • Place the tooth in a plastic bag or small container with cold milk (not water).
  • If the socket is bleeding, place gauze, a tea bag, or other clean material in the area of the lost tooth.
  • Contact the Placerville Dental Group at (530) 444-5322.

By following these steps, you give our dentist the best chance of restoring your tooth to its socket.

Fixing Knocked Out and Loose Teeth

Emergency dental care for a knocked out or loose tooth is essential! The sooner that you see our dentist, the more likely it is that they can save your original tooth. We are available 24/7 to provide treatment options as soon as possible, based on the circumstances. Contact us at (530) 444-5322 for urgent dental care in Placerville.

Immediate Dental Care in Placerville, CA

Your Quick Click to Relief Starts Here! Suffering from a dental emergency? There’s no need to wait in discomfort. Our dedicated team in Placerville stands ready to offer immediate, gentle care for any dental issue.

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