{"id":56,"date":"2025-06-12T16:33:29","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:33:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/?p=56"},"modified":"2025-11-03T21:53:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T21:53:52","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-knock-out-a-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/what-to-do-if-you-knock-out-a-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Do If You Knock Out a Tooth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_273496039.jpg\" alt=\"An AI image of a tooth holding a help sign\" class=\"wp-image-57\" style=\"width:320px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_273496039.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_273496039-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_273496039-768x492.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accidentally knocking your tooth out can be a very scary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>, but what you may not know is that if you act quickly, it may still be possible to save it. Here\u2019s what you should do if you unexpectedly lose a tooth, and why you shouldn\u2019t waste a moment getting help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cHelp, I knocked out my tooth! Now what?\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you accidentally knock your tooth either completely out or loose, the first step you should take is to try to stay calm. Then, rinse your mouth gently with water to clear away any blood or debris. If the tooth is still whole, it may still be possible to save it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If it\u2019s in good condition, you\u2019ll need to keep the tooth safe. There are several ways to do this, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place it back in the socket it came from and hold it there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep it in your mouth between your cheek and gums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store it in a container of milk, saliva, or the fluid in a tooth preservation kit (available at some pharmacies).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Never store a tooth in water, as this will kill it and make it impossible to reimplant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, call your emergency dentist for an immediate appointment. A tooth can survive for about one hour before it begins to deteriorate, so the faster you reimplant it, the better its odds of survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Steps\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your dentist is successfully able to reimplant your tooth, you\u2019ll need to be extremely careful with it in the coming weeks. It will need to be splinted in place until it can survive without support. Your dentist will provide you with a list of care guidelines. Be sure to follow them as closely as possible. Also, be aware that even if it <em>can<\/em> be reimplanted, there is still a chance it will fail. If this occurs, your dentist will be happy to discuss tooth replacement options with you, including dental implants, a bridge, or a denture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember, while you can\u2019t prevent every accident, a knocked-out tooth doesn\u2019t have to mean it\u2019s lost forever. If you act quickly, it may still be possible to save it, so don\u2019t waste a moment. Contact your emergency dentist as soon as possible for the best chance of saving your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/dr-fred-fox.html\">Dr. Fred Fox<\/a> has always been a forward-thinker, which is a skill he finds particularly helpful during treatment planning. If you\u2019re frustrated with the stains tarnishing your smile, Dr. Fox won\u2019t just consider your immediate needs, but also how he can help you feel satisfied with your teeth for years to come. To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seasidedentaljax.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">schedule your cosmetic dentistry consultation<\/a> with Dr. Fox, contact his office at <a href=\"tel:+19045959005\">904-595-9005<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Accidentally knocking your tooth out can be a very scary dental emergency, but what you may not know is that if you act quickly, it may still be possible to save it. 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