To improve your chances of a successful reattachment, you must act soon if you have a knocked-out tooth. Handle the tooth by its crown or chewing surface, and avoid coming into touch with its roots. Instead of using chemicals or scraping, gently wash your teeth with milk or water. Replace the tooth in its socket if at all possible, then bite down carefully to firmly anchor it. Keep the tooth moist by submerging it in milk or saliva if it is too damaged to be repaired. It is not advisable to use tap water since it might damage the roots.

Contact a dentist immediately. Even if more than an hour has passed since the tooth was knocked out, there is still a chance for successful reattachment. The sooner you can see a dentist, the better the chances of saving the tooth. For those in Arlington, our practice offers prompt and effective care for such emergencies.