Whether it is play time or extreme sports, tooth trauma can happen at any age. If you have lost consciousness, experience nausea, or feel dizzy, please call emergency services or present to an emergency department immediately.
If trauma has occurred to the mouth, teeth, or jaw, please call us at 226.791.9168 as soon as possible. Certain types of dental treatments following trauma are time-sensitive. The following may or may not be applicable to your situation, but may be useful in the event of a trauma emergency.
- TOOTH CAME OUT: If the tooth has come out, place it in milk immediately and bring it to our clinic. Do not rinse or store the tooth in water. If you can call us and let us know that you are on your way, this will help us to assist you better. Do not place the tooth back in yourself unless advised by a dentist. Click here for label.
- CHIPPED TOOTH If the tooth is chipped, please do not wiggle the tooth. If you can find the part of the tooth that broke off, please save it and bring it to our clinic. Check the area for swelling or soreness and come to the dental office immediately. If you can call us and let us know that you are on your way, this will help us to assist you better.
- TOOTH MOVED: If the tooth is in a position that is different than normal, please do not try to reposition it. Check the area for swelling or soreness and come to the dental office immediately. If you can call us and let us know that you are on your way, this will help us to assist you better.
- TEETH MISALIGNED: If multiple teeth are out of alignment / moving together, please do not try to reposition it. Check the area for swelling or soreness and come to the dental office immediately. If you can call us and let us know that you are on your way, this will help us to assist you better.
DIY Trauma Kit
It is easy to make a trauma kit using household items. All you need is:
- Small leak proof jar
- Milk or Pedialyte
- Printer (optional)
Download our label with easy to follow instructions. Prepare this kit to be ready in case of emergencies. If you would like a pre-made label, you can stop in during our opening hours to pick one up!