Knocked-Out Teeth

A knocked-out tooth might seem like the end of the world yet there is no reason to panic.  If one or several teeth are knocked out of their sockets, contact our Carol Stream dental practice right away at (630) 665-7350 to schedule an emergency dental appointment.  Our dentist accommodates dental emergencies, even at odd hours, helping patients return to normal life as quickly as possible.  A knocked-out tooth resulting from an accident on the field of play, a car crash, assault or another forceful impact can be rectified if you act quickly.  Lean on our dentist in Carol Stream during your time of need and we will reinsert the tooth into the socket, helping to preserve the ligament. 

Time is of the essence.  Contact our office as soon as possible, put the tooth in a bag or a cup of milk, handle it gently and we will do our best to reconnect the small fibers to the socket for continued functionality.  Our dentist advises picking up the knocked-out tooth by the crown as opposed to the root.  It will also help to remove dirt from the tooth before putting it back into the socket, a cup of milk or a bag.  However, if the tooth is lost as a result of disease, you should know that our dentist cannot save it. 

When in doubt, ask for guidance from our Carol Stream dentist to determine if the tooth loss stems from impact or if the actual underlying cause is disease.  Above all, continue to schedule six-month checkups so we can gauge your tooth health, identify early signs of gum disease and take the steps necessary to fortify your teeth against threats including potential loss resulting from exterior forces.