Children are adventurous by nature — bumps, falls, and tumbles are part of growing up. But when a dental emergency strikes, staying calm and knowing what to do can make all the difference.
🚨Dental Trauma (Tooth Injury)
We classify dental injuries in two major age groups:
👶 A. Trauma in Primary (Baby) Teeth – Usually Below 6 Years
DO NOT try to reinsert a baby tooth if it’s knocked out. Attempting to push it back may harm the developing permanent tooth underneath.
✅ What to do:
- Stay calm and comfort your child
- Gently check for any bleeding — apply pressure with clean gauze or cloth
- Look for signs of concussion, vomiting, or head injury. If absent, contact your pediatric dentist immediately
- If the tooth is chipped, bring the piece if found
- Avoid letting the child bite on the injured area
- Maintain soft diet and good hygiene till you visit
📍Most primary tooth injuries are managed conservatively — your dentist will assess whether to monitor, smooth, or remove the tooth if needed.
🧒 B. Trauma in Permanent Teeth – Usually Above 6 Years
🦷 If a permanent tooth is completely knocked out (Avulsion):
⏱️ Act fast — every minute matters!
✅ Do:
- Hold the tooth by the crown (top part), not the root
- Do NOT scrub or handle the root
- If dirty, gently rinse with milk or coconut water (preferred) — not tap water
- If the child is conscious and cooperative, gently place it back in the socket
- If not possible, store the tooth in:
- Cold milk 🥛 (best option)
- Tender coconut water 🥥
- Inside the child’s cheek (if they’re old enough to hold it without swallowing)
- Reach the dental clinic within 30 minutes ideally
❌ Don’t:
- Don’t use plain water for storage
- Don’t wrap it in tissue or cloth
- Don’t delay — the sooner we replant it, the better the chances of saving it
🦷 If a piece of the tooth is broken:
- Retrieve the broken fragment if possible and store it in milk or saline
- Rinse the child’s mouth with water
- Apply cold compress if swollen
- Visit us at the earliest — many broken teeth can be rebuilt beautifully using bonding or crowns
📞 Keep Our Emergency Number Handy
Our team at KidznTeenz is trained to handle pediatric dental emergencies with skill and compassion. Whether it’s trauma, pain, or swelling — we’re here to help your child feel better, fast.
