A tooth can be broken by a blow to the mouth or an accident to the face. This can happen for example while participating in sports activities. The tooth can be successfully replaced if you take the right action as soon as possible.

I'm bleeding, what can I do?

Don't panic. Take a clean handkerchief and fold it, then place it on the tooth and bite it. Keep your jaws closed to apply pressure. If you need something to deal with the pain, don't take any medicine containing aspirin as this can make the bleeding worse. 

What should I do with the tooth?

Do not touch the root. If the tooth is very dirty, rinse it with milk or tap water. Do not clean it with disinfectant and do not let it dry.

Do I need emergency dental treatment?

It is important to get emergency dental treatment. Contact (+30) 2310 436 052 as soon as possible and explain what has happened. You should be able to contact the dentist for emergency treatment, even if the incident occurred outside of dental office hours.

What can happen on my emergency visit?

Your dentist will evaluate you and can treat any facial injuries. However, treatment may be limited if there is bruising or bleeding. You may need to have x-rays to check the tooth. You will probably need more appointments for follow-up treatment.

What other treatment might I need?

If the tooth was successfully reimplanted, you may not need any further treatment, as long as you continue your regular check-ups with your dentist. If the tooth becomes loose, you may need a "splint" on the teeth next to it. This means that it will be temporarily fixed to keep it stable until your dentist can tell if it has been successfully re-implanted.

If the tooth is lost or not successfully re-implanted, it can be replaced with a denture. You can then have a bridge or dental implant.

Is there anything I can do to avoid hitting a tooth?

If you play a sport, you should always wear a mouthguard.

This is a rubber cover that fits your teeth and protects you from a blow to the mouth. Your dentist can create one for you so that it fits your mouth exactly.

For more information about tooth breakage, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone at (+30) 2310 436 052 or visit us in person at 7 Alamanas in Kalamaria to discuss your problem and possible ways of dealing with it.

*The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health care providers with questions you may have about medical conditions.