Knocked-Out Tooth? Immediate Actions to Take for Successful Replantation

 A knocked-out tooth, also known as an avulsed tooth, is one of the most serious dental emergencies. If managed promptly and correctly, there's a good chance the tooth can be saved and replanted successfully. At Smiles Creator, located at 22116 Ventura Boulevard, Woodland Hills, CA 91364, we provide immediate, expert care to give your tooth the best chance of survival.

If you or someone else has a tooth knocked out, here's what you need to do immediately:

**1. Find and Handle the Tooth Correctly**: Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root. Touching the root can damage cells that are necessary for bone reattachment.

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**2. Clean the Tooth if Necessary**: If the tooth is dirty, rinse it briefly (10 seconds) with cold tap water.

**3. Try to Reinsert the Tooth**: If possible, try to place the tooth back into the socket. Bite down gently on a soft cloth or gauze to hold it in place.

**4. Keep the Tooth Moist**: If you can't reinsert the tooth, keep it moist. Place it in a cup of milk or a tooth preservation product.

**5. Get to an Emergency Dentist ASAP**: Time is critical for saving a knocked-out tooth. The sooner you can get to a dentist, the better the chance the tooth can be saved.

At Smiles Creator, we understand the urgency of a knocked-out tooth. Dr. Nader Ahdout and his team are ready to provide immediate care to increase the chance of successful replantation.

If you're in need of an emergency dentist in the Woodland Hills area, don't hesitate to contact us at (818) 340-3062. We're here to provide the immediate, high-quality care you need when faced with dental emergencies.