Tooth Injury

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Dentist Within 24 Hours

Call Your Dentist Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think your child needs to be seen
  • Baby tooth knocked out by injury (Reason: can't be reimplanted but dentist will check for damage to permanent tooth)
  • Tooth is slightly pushed out of its normal position
  • Can see a chip or fracture line (crack) in the tooth
  • Tooth sensitive to cold fluids
  • Tooth feels very loose when you try to move it

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Adult HouseCalls Online - Copyright © 2007 LVM Systems - Portions Copyright 2000-2007 Self Care Decisions LLC; Copyright LMS, Inc.