Dental Trauma in Belmont and Lexington, MA

Eagle Endodontics provides dental trauma treatment in Lexington and Belmont, MA. Call our dental office to learn more and schedule your appointment.

After a traumatic dental injury, Dr. Sarraf can work together with your dentist to restore your oral health. Endodontists are experts when it comes to saving natural teeth; we treat your tooth from the inside, while your dentist can repair the external structure of your tooth with restorative dental treatments.

Common dental emergencies often include accidents and sports injuries. When a tooth is broken or cracked, the pulp at the center of the tooth can become inflamed or infected without emergency dental care. Even a tooth that has no visible damage may have suffered internal injury that requires endodontic treatment.

Endodontists also use their expertise to save teeth after they’ve been knocked out. Your tooth has the best chance of successful replantation if you’re able to visit our office within 30 minutes of your injury. Once the tooth is back in the socket, splints can be used to stabilize it, allowing the gums to reattach. Eventually, root canal treatment is usually needed in a tooth that has been knocked out.

There is no one-size-fits all treatment for traumatic dental injuries. No two injuries are the same and every patient has their own unique circumstances and dental history. No matter what kind of dental trauma you’re dealing with, getting prompt emergency care treatment is key for saving your injured tooth.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Trauma and Emergency Care

First, don’t panic. Although a knocked out tooth is serious, with prompt treatment, it’s often possible to save the tooth and successfully replant it.

Holding the tooth by the crown (the portion normally visible above the gum line), examine it for dirt or debris. If you notice visible dirt, rinse it in water. Place the tooth back into your socket, if possible, then bite down on a sterile piece of gauze to hold it in place. If you can’t put the tooth back in, place it in a small container of milk—whole, skim, or even almond milk can all be used for this. Call our office right away so we can begin preparing to see you for an emergency appointment.

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