{"id":412,"date":"2022-09-07T21:11:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-07T21:11:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=412"},"modified":"2022-10-05T21:16:36","modified_gmt":"2022-10-05T21:16:36","slug":"child-knocked-out-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.longmontcompletedentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/07\/child-knocked-out-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"My Child Knocked Out a Tooth \u2013 What Should I Do?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental emergencies<\/a> are difficult enough to deal with when they involve you, but when it\u2019s your child, they can be even more stressful. It\u2019s hard to know what to do when you\u2019re faced with a situation like a knocked-out tooth. By remaining calm and seeing your child\u2019s dentist as soon as possible, they can work to restore your child\u2019s smile to health. Continue reading to learn which steps you should take in the meantime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to Do If a Primary (Baby) Tooth Is Knocked Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Primary teeth don\u2019t have roots that are as long as permanent teeth, so they tend to come out much easier in the event of an injury. Typically, baby teeth are not replaced because doing so can cause damage to the underlying permanent tooth that\u2019s still developing, but this doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that your child\u2019s in the clear. Have them bite down on a clean washcloth soaked in cold water to compress the area. This will help to reduce swelling and stop the bleeding. Afterward, give their dentist a call. This way, they can give you further instructions and let you know if you should go to the dental office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Do Is a Permanent (Adult) Tooth Is Knocked Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a permanent tooth is lost, this is generally a more serious situation. Here are some steps that you should take if this happens to your child:<\/p>\n\n\n\n