Knocked-Out Tooth Treatment
A knocked-out tooth can feel stressful, especially when it happens suddenly during sports, a fall, an accident, or a bite-related injury. At Burlington Dental Studio, we provide knocked-out tooth treatment in Burlington for patients who need prompt dental guidance and an emergency assessment after dental trauma.
Our clinic is located at 3537 Fairview St, Burlington, ON, making us accessible for patients from Tansley Woods, Palmer, Headon Forest, The Orchard, Millcroft, Alton Village, Brant Hills, Roseland, Shoreacres, Pinedale, Appleby, and nearby Burlington communities. We are also convenient for patients near Fairview Street, Walkers Line, Guelph Line, Appleby Line, Burlington Centre Mall, Burlington GO Station, Appleby GO Station, and Tansley Woods Community Centre.
If a tooth has been knocked out, call the clinic as soon as possible for guidance. The next steps may depend on whether the tooth is an adult tooth or a baby tooth, how long it has been out of the mouth, whether the tooth is damaged, and whether there are other injuries.
Call us today or request your appointment online.
What Is a Knocked-Out Tooth?
A knocked-out tooth, also called an avulsed tooth, is a tooth that has been completely displaced from its socket. This can happen from sports injuries, falls, accidents, or direct impact to the mouth.
A knocked-out tooth should be assessed by a dentist promptly. In some cases, an adult tooth may be replanted, but this depends on several factors, including timing, tooth condition, storage, and the surrounding injury. Baby teeth are handled differently and should not be reinserted without professional direction. At Burlington Dental Studio, our dentist can assess the injury, review what happened, examine the mouth, and discuss appropriate next steps.
What Should You Do If an Adult Tooth Is Knocked Out?
If an adult tooth is knocked out, careful handling matters. Try to stay calm and call the dental clinic for instructions.
General steps may include:
- Hold the tooth by the crown, not the root
- Avoid scrubbing or scraping the root
- If visibly dirty, gently rinse the tooth with milk or saline if available
- Do not let the tooth dry out
- Keep the tooth moist during transport
- Call the dental clinic right away
- Seek urgent assessment, especially if there is pain, bleeding, swelling, or other injury
If you are unsure whether the tooth is an adult tooth or baby tooth, call for guidance before trying to reinsert it. The dentist or dental team can help you determine the next step.
What Should You Do If a Baby Tooth Is Knocked Out?
A knocked-out baby tooth is managed differently than a knocked-out adult tooth. In most cases, a baby tooth should not be placed back into the socket because it may affect the developing adult tooth underneath.
If your child knocks out a baby tooth, call Burlington Dental Studio for guidance. Our dentist can assess the area, check for injury to the gums or surrounding teeth, and monitor the developing adult tooth if needed.
Parents should also watch for swelling, ongoing bleeding, pain, changes in bite, or signs that another tooth was injured. If there was a head injury, facial injury, or other medical concern, appropriate medical assessment may also be needed.
When Should You Call an Emergency Dentist?
You should call an emergency dentist right away if a tooth has been knocked out. Timing can be important, especially for adult teeth. Calling quickly allows the dental team to provide guidance before your appointment.
You should also call if:
- A tooth is completely knocked out
- A tooth feels loose after an injury
- A tooth has shifted position
- There is bleeding around the gums
- A sports or fall injury affected the mouth
- A tooth looks cracked or broken
- There is swelling or pain
- A child has injured a baby tooth
- You are unsure whether the tooth is adult or baby
If there are serious injuries, heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, or signs of a head injury, seek emergency medical care.
What to Expect During a Knocked-Out Tooth Appointment
During your emergency dental appointment, our dentist will assess the injury and ask what happened, when the tooth came out, how it was stored, and whether there are other symptoms or injuries.
Your visit may include:
- Review of the injury and symptoms
- Examination of the socket and surrounding gums
- Assessment of nearby teeth
- Digital X-rays when appropriate
- Evaluation of tooth condition if you brought it in
- Discussion of whether replantation may be possible
- Stabilization or treatment planning when appropriate
- Follow-up recommendations
Treatment Options After a Knocked-Out Tooth
Treatment depends on whether the tooth is adult or baby, the condition of the tooth, timing, and the injury site. Possible next steps may include replanting the adult tooth when appropriate, stabilizing the area, monitoring healing, root canal therapy later if needed, or planning tooth replacement if the tooth cannot be saved.
If the tooth is not reinserted or cannot be preserved, replacement options may be discussed after healing. These may include a dental implant, dental bridge, or partial denture depending on your age, oral health, bone support, and treatment goals.
Call us today or request your appointment online.
Knocked-Out Teeth from Sports Injuries
Sports injuries are a common reason for knocked-out or damaged teeth. If you or your child plays contact sports, a sports mouth guard may help reduce the risk of dental injury. A mouth guard does not prevent every injury, but it can be an important protective tool.
If a sports-related injury knocks out a tooth, call for dental guidance promptly. If there are other injuries, especially to the head, face, or jaw, medical assessment may be needed as well.
Call us today or request your appointment online.
Knocked-Out Tooth Treatment Near Tansley Woods, Palmer, and Central Burlington
Burlington Dental Studio is located on Fairview Street, making our clinic accessible for knocked-out tooth treatment across East Burlington and nearby communities. We welcome patients from Tansley Woods, Palmer, Headon Forest, The Orchard, Millcroft, Alton Village, Brant Hills, Roseland, Shoreacres, Pinedale, Appleby, Longmoor, Dynes, and Central Burlington.
Our clinic is convenient from Fairview Street, Walkers Line, Guelph Line, Appleby Line, Burlington Centre Mall, Appleby GO Station, Burlington GO Station, Tansley Woods Community Centre, and areas near Joseph Brant Hospital.
Why Choose Burlington Dental Studio for Knocked-Out Tooth Treatment?
Patients choose Burlington Dental Studio for knocked-out tooth treatment because our team focuses on prompt assessment, calm communication, and clear next steps. Dental injuries can feel overwhelming, so we explain what we see, what options may be available, and what follow-up may be needed.
Our Burlington clinic also provides comprehensive dental care under one roof, including emergency dentistry, broken or chipped tooth repair, root canal therapy, tooth extractions, dental implants, dental bridges, dentures, restorative dentistry, family dentistry, children’s dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, oral surgery, sedation dentistry, and specialty dental services.
We offer flexible evening and Saturday hours, direct insurance billing, and CDCP support.
Dental Care Near Tansley Woods, Palmer, and Central Burlington
Burlington Dental Studio is located on Fairview Street, making our clinic convenient for patients throughout Burlington. We welcome patients from
- Alton Village
- Tansley Woods
- Mountainside
- Appleby Line Corridor
- Orchard
- Brant Hills
- Palmer
- Central Burlington
- Millcroft
- Tyandaga
- Headon Forest
Our clinic is conveniently accessible from the following landmarks
- Fairview Street
- Walkers Line
- Guelph Line
- Appleby Line
- Burlington Centre Mall
- Burlington GO Station
- Tansley Woods Community Centre
- Areas near Joseph Brant Hospital
Patient Testimonials
Frequently Ask Questions
Do you offer knocked-out tooth treatment in Burlington?
Yes, Burlington Dental Studio offers knocked-out tooth treatment in Burlington. Our dentist can assess the injury, review whether the tooth is adult or baby, and explain appropriate next steps.
What should I do if an adult tooth is knocked out?
Should I put a knocked-out baby tooth back in?
Can a knocked-out tooth be saved?
Sometimes an adult knocked-out tooth may be replanted, but this depends on timing, storage, tooth condition, and injury details. A dental exam is needed to determine what may be possible.
What if the knocked-out tooth cannot be saved?
If the tooth cannot be saved, our dentist can discuss replacement options after assessment and healing. Options may include a dental implant, dental bridge, or partial denture depending on your needs.
Book Knocked-Out Tooth Treatment in Burlington
If a tooth has been knocked out, contact Burlington Dental Studio as soon as possible for guidance and an emergency dental assessment.
- Call (647) 800-6747
- Book Your Appointment Today
- 3537 Fairview St, Burlington, ON, L7N 2R4