Dental Injuries in Children
Young children have accidents fairly often – the lips, gums, and oral mucosa are frequently affected, and occasionally the baby teeth themselves.
Our concern is to prevent damage to the permanent teeth and to preserve the baby tooth wherever possible. If you're unsure after a dental accident, contact us at any time – we'll advise you quickly and competently on how to proceed.
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Key Facts at a Glance
- In young children, falls often affect the lips, gums, and oral mucosa, and occasionally the baby teeth themselves.
- The goal is to prevent damage to the permanent teeth and to preserve the baby tooth wherever possible.
- If you're unsure after a dental accident, quick advice on how to proceed is available at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
My child fell and a baby tooth is wobbly, what should I do?
It is best to contact us as soon as possible so that we can assess the extent of the injury. The goal is to prevent damage to the developing permanent teeth and to preserve the baby tooth where possible.
What should I do if a knocked-out baby tooth needs to be put back in?
Unlike permanent teeth, a knocked-out baby tooth is generally not put back in, as this could damage the permanent tooth developing underneath. Even so, please bring your child to us as soon as possible so that we can carefully assess the situation.
How do I know whether a dental visit is necessary after a fall?
In the case of bleeding, wobbly, displaced or broken teeth, as well as injuries to the lips or gums, you should contact us promptly. When in doubt, it is better to ask once too often than to take a risk.