{"id":145,"date":"2021-08-31T14:23:33","date_gmt":"2021-08-31T14:23:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/?p=145"},"modified":"2025-04-08T18:50:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T18:50:29","slug":"what-to-do-if-your-child-knocked-out-a-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/what-to-do-if-your-child-knocked-out-a-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"Did Your Child Knock-Out a Tooth? Here\u2019s What to Do Next"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Young_girl_covering_her_mouth_in_shock_.jpg\" alt=\"Young girl covering her mouth in shock\" class=\"wp-image-146\" style=\"width:325px;height:217px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Young_girl_covering_her_mouth_in_shock_.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Young_girl_covering_her_mouth_in_shock_-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Young_girl_covering_her_mouth_in_shock_-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, all it takes is one rogue football or one accidental bump in the schoolyard for your child to lose a tooth. While your initial reaction may be to panic, do your best to stay calm. This will help you think clearly and act quickly. Whether your child lost a baby or permanent tooth will determine how to properly handle this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>. With this in mind, keep reading for what to do next when your child has knocked out a tooth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do If a Baby Tooth Is Knocked Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Primary teeth (also known as \u201cbaby\u201d teeth) don\u2019t have the same long roots that adult teeth do. As a result, they are more vulnerable to being knocked out. If this happens, here are a few steps you should follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do your best to make your child feel calm, reassuring them that you\u2019re there to help.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a look inside their mouth to make sure there are no other injuries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop the bleeding with a clean piece of gauze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have them bite down on a clean washcloth to reduce swelling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call their dentist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do If a Permanent Tooth Is Knocked Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child\u2019s permanent teeth are meant to last a lifetime. If one gets knocked out, it\u2019s of the utmost importance that you act quickly to save it (typically, you have about 30 to 60 minutes to get to their dentist\u2019s office). Therefore, follow the below steps promptly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Locate their tooth, picking it up by the crown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If it\u2019s dirty, rinse it gently with clean, running water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Place it back in the socket. If it doesn\u2019t easily glide in, don\u2019t force it. Instead, keep it in a glass of cold milk or a cup of your child\u2019s saliva.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have your child bite down on a clean washcloth to keep the tooth in place or minimize swelling and bleeding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call their dentist for an urgent visit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting a tooth knocked out can be a scary experience for any child, whether they are in pre-school or preparing for college. That\u2019s why it\u2019s of the utmost importance that you stay calm, act quickly, and call their dentist. This will ensure they get the fast, effective treatment they need when they need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s time for your six-month checkup or your little one needs last-minute treatment from our emergency dentist, our philosophy at Pinnacle Dental is the same: provide quality-based, patient-driven dentistry. Both Dr. Clark Ingoldsby and Dr. James Zonghetti both have decades of experience, are highly trained, and believe in compassionate, personalized care. If you\u2019d like to learn more about handling a knocked-out tooth or need to schedule an appointment, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinnacle-dental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give us a call at <strong>781-843-7905<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unfortunately, all it takes is one rogue football or one accidental bump in the schoolyard for your child to lose a tooth. 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